Learning to sing like Black Pumas

Black Pumas are a band known for their soul-funk music that blends vintage and contemporary sounds. The lead singer Eric Burton has a unique vocal style that draws inspiration from soul and gospel music. In this article, we will explore how to learn singing like Eric Burton and what Singing Carrots tools you can use.

Understanding Eric Burton’s singing style

Eric Burton’s vocal style is characterized by smooth soulful runs with precise pitch control. He infuses gospel-style melisma to add emphasis and emotion to the lyrics. One of the hallmarks of his style is the ability to switch between his full voice and falsetto seamlessly. His control over breath support ensures his lines are strong and emotive, yet never strained.

Learning from Black Pumas songs

To learn singing like Eric Burton, it is essential to understand his style through his music. The songs “Colors” and “Black Moon Rising” showcase Burton’s unique vocal style. Start with slow and deliberate practice of the melody, breaking them into smaller phrases when necessary to focus on pitch and rhythms. Focus on precise articulation of the lyrics, emulating Burton’s soulful stylings. Practice using his dynamics to capture the emotions conveyed by his lyrics.

Resources to help you

Use the following Singing Carrots resources to refine your skills while practicing Eric Burton's singing style:

• Vocal range test: Start by assessing your vocal range with our vocal range test. Test your voice against the ranges of famous singers and compare your range to Burton's voice.
• Pitch accuracy test: Use the pitch accuracy test to assess your pitch control, particularly your ability to master melisma.
• Vocal pitch monitor: Use the pitch monitor to improve your pitch control. Compare your notes to reference pitches from Burton's songs.
• Pitch training: Use pitch training to practice your pitch control with interactive warm-ups tailored to your level of experience.
• Song search: Use the song search function to find similar songs to Black Pumas songs that suit your vocal range and style preference.
• Artist vocal ranges: Discover other artist vocal ranges to helps you expand your vocal style repertoire.
• Singing course: Our beginner's program provides practical tips for mastering different vocal techniques like melisma and voice dynamics.

Tips for mastering your technique

To perfect your technique, combine practical exercises with relevant Singing Carrots resources.

• Work on your breath support: Burton's singing style heavily relies on good breath support. Use Singing Carrots’ breathing exercise suggestions to work on it.
• Focus on pitch control: Consistent pitch is fundamental to Eric Burton’s singing. Use the pitch control resources to master the nuances of pitch, including melisma, vibrato and falsetto.
• Develop your articulation: Eric Burton’s precision articulation ensures his lyrics are clear and easily understood. Use Singing Carrots resources on articulation, such as Lip Trills or Finger Bites exercises, to improve your diction.
• Improve your posture: Good posture ensures optimal airflow during singing and helps protect your vocal cords from injury. Use Singing Carrots' resources to master your posture, including the Good Singing Posture video.

Summary

Learning to sing like Eric Burton requires consistent practice and attention to the nuances of his singing style. Focus on emulating Burton's vocal range, pitch control, articulation, and dynamics. Practice using Singing Carrots tools and resources explicitly built to help you develop your skills and techniques. With the right approach, you can learn to sing like Eric Burton and achieve a soulful, emotive vocal style.