Roots of Frank Sinatra
The artists and genres Frank Sinatra came out of — one hop back on the influence tree.
Bing Crosbyartist
Billie Holidayartist
Goody Goodyartist
Sinéad O'ConnorartistSinéad Marie Bernadette O'Connor, also known as Shuhada' Sadaqat, was an Irish singer, songwriter, and activist. During her musical career, which encompassed several hit records and artist collaborations, O'Connor drew attention to issues such as child abuse, human rights, racism, and women's rights. She was also known for her outspoken public image, openly discussing her spiritual journey, activism, socio-political viewpoints, and struggles with mental health.
Jeff Alexanderartist
Xavier CugatartistXavier Cugat was an American musician and bandleader who was a leading figure in the spread of Latin music in the United States. Originally from Girona, Catalonia in Spain, he spent his formative years in Havana, Cuba, before arriving in New York City in 1915. A trained violinist and arranger, he was the leader of the resident orchestra at the Waldorf–Astoria hotel from 1933 to 1949 and a prolific recording artist for 40 years. He became known as the "Rumba King." A restaurateur in West Hollywood and New York, he and his band appeared in numerous motion pictures in the 1930s and 1940s. He was also a caricature artist.
Timi YuroartistRosemary Victoria Yuro, known professionally as Timi Yuro, was an American singer. Sometimes called "the little girl with the big voice", she is considered to be one of the first blue-eyed soul stylists of the rock era. Yuro possessed a contralto vocal range. According to one critic, "her deep, strident, almost masculine voice, staggered delivery and the occasional sob created a compelling musical presence".
The Brecker Brothersartist
Frankie Valli & the Four SeasonsartistThe Four Seasons were an American rock band formed in 1960 in Newark, New Jersey. Since 1970, they have also been known at times as Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. They are one of the best-selling musical groups of all time, having sold an estimated 100 million records worldwide.
Linda JonesartistLinda Jones was an American soul singer with a strong gospel-influenced style who had the 1967 top 10 R&B hit single, "Hypnotized".
Rudy Valléeartist
Harry Jamesartist
Tommy Dorseyartist
George Harrisonartist
Charles Aznavourartist
Quincy Jonesartist
Louis Primaartist
Antônio Carlos Jobimartist
Paul Ankaartist
Lena Horneartist
Hoagy Carmichaelartist
Sammy Davis Jr.artist
Violetta Villasartist
Dinah Shoreartist