For me, it’s Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton. I chose Cash because his is the Voice of God, and I chose Dolly because I don’t believe I’ve heard any sweeter voice in any genre of music, ever.
Close runners up for me included Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, and George Jones for the men, and Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, Emmylou Harris, and Reba McEntire for the ladies.
Don Reid (of the Statler Brothers) with Charlie Rich a close second.
Female vocalist is very difficult for me. Based on the content of my iPod, I’d say Amy Grant but I just can’t give it to her. I’d also have to give a nod towards the much under-rated Crystal Gayle but when all’s said and done, I have to give it to Reba. I’m not necessarily the biggest fan of her choice of material but she’s not afraid to get out there, loud and proud, and do them the way they need to be done.