Top 5 Female Rock Vocalists

As I was talking to a friend of mine, he mentioned how he had a vast array of musical interests. During our conversation, he said, "I haven't been able to find a female vocalist whose sound I actually like." However, as I thought about what he said, I started to think of some phenomenal female rock vocalists who have amazing voices. So here are my top five female rock vocalists!

1. Hayley Williams
Hayley Williams, who is known widely for being the lead vocalist of Paramore, and more recently, the female vocals for B.O.B.'s hit Airplanes, is definitely one of my all-time favourite female vocalists in rock. Her haunting acoustic performances, fueled with such a beautiful soulful sound, really make her someone exceptional. Moreover, her hard-style can also get you pumped up, and this is what makes Hayley William a great start to my list of top five female vocalists in rock.

Tracks to check out: Use Somebody (Kings of Leon covered acoustic), Decode (acoustic), Misery Business

2. Emily Haines
Emily Haines is a phenomenal Canadian female vocalist who makes you proud to say you're Canadian. Emily is famed as the vocalist and front woman of Metric; however she also has a solo career. She has a soft and graceful voice that sucks you into the songs she sings, only to leave you wanting more when the song is over. At the same time, she has an energetic, playful voice that just makes you want to dance.

Tracks to check out: Grow Up and Blow Away, Combat Baby, The Twist

3. Kim Deal
Alternative singer/songwriter Kim Deal is definitely one to check out. Having first started as a bassist/backup vocalist to the famed band The Pixies, she has decided to form her own band called The Breeders with her twin sister Kelley Deal. Kim's voice is far from generic, with a high-pitch, sweet voice. A woman with depth, talent and something a little extra, Kim Deal isn't someone any alternative fan would want to miss!

Tracks to check out: Do You Love Me Now, No Aloha, Cannonball

4. Joan Jett
She was loud, rebellious and the epitome of rock 'n' roll! Joan Jett was the first to finally break the mold of rock 'n' roll being a man's sport. She didn't care what you thought, because she was proud, and she was gonna do it however the hell she liked! With rock in her veins, her voice also had the essence of punk. To not have this woman on the list of great female rock vocalists would be a crying shame!

Tracks to check out: I Love Rock 'n' Roll, Bad Reputation, Crimson and Clover

5. Frances McKee
Last, but certainly not least, is Frances McKee, hailing from Scotland. Vocalist and guitar player (along with Eugene Kelly) of the lesser known indie band, The Vaselines, Frances McKee is surely something else. Her high-pitch voice combined with her clearly evident Scottish accent, is just mind-blowing.

Tracks to check out: Molly's Lips, Jesus Doesn't Want Me for a Sunbeam, Son of a Gun