Corey Smith is a singer-songwriter known for his blend of southern rock and country music. His unique vocal technique involves a raw, throaty quality that emphasizes the emotion and authenticity of his lyrics. Here are some tips for learning to sing like Corey Smith:

Breathing

Corey's vocal style relies heavily on the use of breath-control. To achieve his signature sound, it's important to practice active breathing and develop a strong diaphragm. Check out Singing Carrots' breath support article and Farinelli breathing exercise to help improve your breathing technique.

Articulation

Corey's vocals are highly articulate, with each word being clearly enunciated. This can be achieved by practicing exercises that help to strengthen the tongue and jaw muscles, such as the finger bite exercise.

Vocal Registers

Corey's vocal range extends from a low, whiskey-soaked growl to a higher, more melodic sound. To learn how to use your chest voice and falsetto to achieve this range, check out the Singing Carrots articles on voice registers and chest voice.

Vocal Distortion

Corey's vocal style often incorporates vocal distortion, which can be achieved by adjusting the positioning of your larynx and using a combination of breath and vocal cords to create a raspy, gritty tone. To learn more about this technique, check out the Singing Carrots article on vocal distortion and growling.

Songs to Practice

To get a better sense of Corey's unique vocal style, try practicing some of his most popular songs, such as "Twenty-One," "If I Could Do It Again," and "The Good Life." You can use Singing Carrots' song search feature to find songs that match your vocal range and difficulty level.

With the help of the Singing Carrots resources such as the vocal range test, pitch accuracy test, vocal pitch monitor, and pitch training game, as well as vocal warm-ups, articulation exercises and tips from the Singing Carrots articles on pop singing, performance techniques, and vocal health, you'll be on your way to sounding like Corey Smith in no time.