Karen Carpenter is at the top of the list in my book. She had very few peers.
Also, what about Veronica Bennett (Ronettes)? Dionne Warwick?
And if Pat Benatar is on the list (rightfully so great voice), then Deborah Harry deserves a place.
>>Karen Carpenter is at the top of the list in my book. She had very few peers.<<
I agree, and I was not even a fan of her style. I never owned a record.