In this article, we will explore how to sing like American Authors. This four-piece rock band, originating from the United States, has a unique vocal sound that combines pop, rock, and folk genres. The band's music is characterized by soaring backing vocals, harmonies, and a passionate delivery style notable for its energy and emotion. American Authors' songs are often anthemic, with a focus on uplifting, positive themes.

To learn how to sing like American Authors, it is essential to incorporate various vocal techniques, such as vibrato control, head and chest voice blend, and resonant support.

One of the best examples of the band's vocal style can be found in the song "Best Day of My Life." This song is an excellent place to start as it has a straightforward melody that doesn't have severe vocal range demands.

Before you start, consider the following tips to help you sing like American Authors:

1. Warm-up your voice to help prevent vocal damage. Try humming or singing a simple scale based on the song's key to get your vocal cords ready to perform.
2. Use proper diaphragmatic breathing techniques to support your voice and vocal range.
3. Focus on the lyrics and emotions of the song rather than just the notes. Think about the message of the lyrics and make them come alive in your voice.
4. Incorporate vibrato into the song to give it a distinct American Authors' sound. You can practice this technique by using the resources provided in the videos such as Beggars Bounce, or Diaphragm Bounce.
5. Use your chest and head voice to create a unique blend to showcase the band's unique harmonies. These techniques are explained in detail in the Singing Comfort Zone and Chest Voice Explained videos.
6. Practice onsets and offsets, such as glottal onset, to create a clear attack and release of each note. Learn more about it in the Glottal Onset video.
7. Experiment with your chest voice and twang technique to create a bright, edgy sound commonly used in American Author's music. Check out the How to Twang Exercise video for more.
8. In addition to proper singing techniques, consider improving your posture. Review the Good Singing Posture article to enhance your form.
9. Use the Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test to assess and improve your pitch accuracy.
10. Last but not least, consider taking Singing Carrots' singing course, which is an excellent resource for learning foundational singing techniques.

In conclusion, singing like American Authors requires a combination of techniques that can be learned through exercises and applied to the band's music. Take advantage of Singing Carrots' robust resources, such as the vocal exercises and singing course, to hone these techniques. Remember also to enjoy your practice, and let your emotions come alive through your voice. With time and effort, you could soon be singing like American Authors.