Bruce Dickinson reveals his favourite female vocalist – one name immediately springs to mind

Heavy metal greats Iron Maiden’s vocalist Bruce Dickinson is known as one of the strongest and most recognisable vocalists in the genre. Dickinson is not ashamed to show off his vocal talent, even in his spoken-word shows, where he has been known to perform a cappella interpretations of Maiden songs.

But who could be Dickinson’s favourite female vocalist? The singer was asked during a question-and-answer session at his show in Ohio. Here’s how Dickinson answered:

“The one that rolls off the tip of my tongue is Ann Wilson from Heart. Although she didn’t have the kind of — not charisma; notoriety or whatever of somebody like a Janis Joplin, an equally great voice and things like that, she’s just a complete all-arounder. The most amazing voice… A beautiful folk singer, fantastic metal singer with a lovely edge to it, flawless technique. Honestly, not worthy. Amazing.”