vocalist

American  

[voh-kuh-list] / ˈvoʊ kə lɪst /

noun

1. a singer.

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vocalist British  

/ ˈvəʊkəlɪst /

noun

1. a singer, esp one who regularly appears with a jazz band or pop group

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Etymology

Origin of vocalist

First recorded in 1605–15; vocal + -ist

Example Sentences

One of the band’s three lead vocalists, Negron sang “One” and “Joy to the World,” among other hits.

From Los Angeles Times

“I used to be our drummer,” he told the lead vocalist of the band Candlebox in an interview.

From Los Angeles Times

Usually at songbook shows, the vocalists are the focus of our attention, with the musicians, even if they are onstage, as they are here, taking a backseat.

From The Wall Street Journal

The real singing was done by paid session vocalists John Davis, Brad Howell and Charles Shaw while Rob and Fab captivated with their charisma, athletic dance moves and eye for style.

From Los Angeles Times

This has been the place where we have been allowed to shine as vocalists.

From Los Angeles Times