In class, we discussed the early origins of popular music. Wailers were mentioned and easily distinguishable from crooners. Typically, wailers were female singers who projected their voices, and had a similar blues/jazz sound like the crooners did as well. Artists like Billie Holiday, Doris Day, and Ella Fitzgerald come to mind when we think of these artists. I believe that this style of singing is making a come back today. New age female vocalists are starting to make popular music which sounds reminiscent to wailers of the early 20th century. Today’s modern wailers may not have the same swinging jazz sound as original wailers, but it sounds most comparable to the blues and jump blues. Artists today which remind me of this style are Billie Ellish, Lana Del Ray, and Florence Welch. These artists have many songs which feature rappers and even have some songs which have an EDM flare to them. I personally think that these songs are only put out to pander to a radio audience. For all four of the aforementioned artists, they typically have a blues style while projecting their voices in a very strong manor. To hear specific examples of this, listen to “When the Party is Over” by Billie Ellis, “Blue Jeans” by Lana Del Rey, and “Over the Love” by Florence Welch. When listening, notice how each artist has a strong voice that dominates the track. Each song has a melancholy sound as well which is very reminiscent to the blues and the style that wailers had.