I was recently asked how I prepare for a vocal performance. I realized that there are probably other people who are also looking for tips and tricks to prepare for a vocal performance so here you go.
As my regular readers know, I play in a band in Raleigh. I play rhythm guitar and lead vocals in an alternative rock and grunge band. That being said, I have a variety of vocal styles I have to incorporate. Some noteworthy artists would be Layne Staley of Alice in Chains, Chris Cornell of Soundgarden and Audioslave, Dolores O’Riordan of The Cranberries and most recently Leigh Nash of Sixpence None The Richer. As you can see, these four people have vastly different styles. It is also worth noting that I am an alto with a smoother voice but I like to incorporate vocal fries, flips and I’m even learning to scream.
