10 Incredible Frontmen Who Don’t Get The Credit They Deserve

6. Robert Smith

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTm8SpDPO3s In a world that often idolises those who can dance, grind and run about the stage whilst singing three notes simultaneously while making it all look effortless, poor old Robert Smith tends to get pushed into the background a bit - but a distinctive style and ability to reinvent his sound should not be overlooked. Hardly the best singer there ever was, his delivery does possess an honesty and subtle emotion that is arguably rarer and more valuable than a carbon copy, pitch-perfect songbird. His humble awareness of his own limitations also makes him more engaging and less egotistical as a frontman, increasing the impact of The Cure€™s music both live and on record. Robert€™s €˜dragged-through-a-hedge-backwards€™ look has barely changed through the years. This has not only provided a constant recognisable element to accompany the ever-changing sound of The Cure, but also demonstrates his non-compliance with the conventions of fashion which has no doubt won him numerous fans. While many fashion-conscious acts have expired with their styles, Robert has been consistently popular for decades. It€™s true that you won€™t get the rock and roll circus when you see him, but Smith is a very capable ringmaster nevertheless, able to deliver a number of very different styles with a sound that remains immediately recognisable. RECOMMENDED LISTENING: €˜Disintegration€™ (The Cure)