RE: A few modern day artists-
There are not very many female bachata artists who enjoy great popularity as solo artists today. There are only two that come to mind that I know of and IMO have strong voices and a great future ahead if they continue to sing.
Valeria-
-founded/ promoted by Luis Vargas has one release. The album title is "La mujer". Usually I elaborate a bit but this time I will say just try it. The influence from Luis Vargas is notable acoustically but what really made me pay attention to her was the potential that was evident especially for a debut album.
Vanessa Gil-
-I am not sure how Vanessa came on the music scene however, I was pleased with her potential music talent especially in a genre where women don't get much recognition. Her debut album was released in 2004 on the J & N record label titled "A mi medida". I enjoy it thoroughly whenever I listen to it. It's nice background music among those who appreciate the genre.
Back up vocalists:
Suzie Espinal- already mentioned by one poster is the back up vocalist of Anthony Santos. However, I am not convinced she has the vocal talent to go solo.
Casilda Rodr?guez - she has been singing with her brother since his debut as a solo artist at the beginning of the 90's. Casilda also tried to launch a solo career with two albums but her career never took off. I think she's an excellent back up vocalist and in some songs as a duet with with Raul?n. Her voice tends to be very high pitch at times other than that they compliment each other well. One of their best albums together IMO is
Coraz?n Coraz?n. Just when the critics thought Raul?n did not have what takes he released this album in 1998 and all sudden everyone was quiet. Listen carefully to "Morena yo soy tu marido" and "Me siento triste hoy". He and Casilda shut the critics down.
-LDG.
Besides Alexandra, how many female Bachata singers are out there and how many of them still make music?