Singing Guide: Carolina Liar
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Carolina Liar is a unique mix of indie rock, pop, and electronic music, with a touch of garage rock and punk. Their frontman Chad Wolf has a distinctive falsetto and energetic delivery that sets him apart from most of his peers.
To learn to sing like Chad Wolf, you need to start with developing your falsetto. This can be achieved with pitch training exercises, such as those offered by Singing Carrots' Pitch Training. You can use the Vocal Pitch Monitor to ensure that your falsetto is clear and in tune. Once you get comfortable with your falsetto, practice incorporating it into your singing style.
Wolf's vocal style is defined by his dynamic range and versatile delivery. He can convey vulnerability and raw emotion in songs like "Show Me What I'm Looking For," while also belting out catchy pop choruses in "I'm Not Over." To develop a similar style, practice singing different genres and experimenting with your range and timber.
Articulation is another key aspect of Wolf's vocal style. Singing Carrots' article on Articulation can provide guidance on how to be clear and concise in your singing. The Finger Bite exercise can help with precision and clarity.
To gain Wolf's sense of ease and confidence on stage, it's essential to work on your breathing and posture. Singing Carrots' articles on Breathing Basics and How Posture Affects Your Singing can help with this. They recommend warming up with exercises like Farinelli Breathing and following the Good Singing Posture guidelines.
To put all of these elements together, practice singing Carolina Liar's songs. Focus on "Show Me What I'm Looking For" and "I'm Not Over" to get a sense of Wolf's unique style. Singing Carrots' Song Search tool can help you find songs that match your vocal range and difficulty level.
With Singing Carrots' resources and lots of practice, you can learn to sing like Chad Wolf and develop your unique style.