Singing Guide: Erasure

Singing Guide: Erasure

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

Are you a beginner or advanced singer?

Erasure is a British synth-pop duo formed in 1985 consisting of Andy Bell and Vince Clarke. The duo has released multiple albums, and Andy Bell’s vocal range and unique singing style make him an amazing vocalist to aspire to. Here are some tips to sound more like him:

Vocal Range and Style

Erasure songs typically feature high pitched vocals along with falsetto and vibrato. Andy Bell has an impressive vocal range that spans three octaves, which is evident in songs like "Blue Savannah" and "A Little Respect". To sing like Andy Bell, you should work on developing your falsetto and vibrato and aim to increase your vocal range.

Breathing Techniques

Proper breathing techniques are important for any singer, and it’s no different for singing like Andy Bell. Learning to breathe from your diaphragm, as explained in this Singing Carrots article, can help you sing more powerfully and with more control. The Farinelli breathing exercise from the Singing Carrots video resources can be used to help achieve this.

Vocal Warm-up and Pitch Training

Andy Bell's songs require excellent pitch accuracy. The pitch accuracy test and pitch monitor are useful Singing Carrots tools to help measure your progress. The 3-minute warm-up and voice break exercises are great Singing Carrots video resources that focus on pitch and tone control, which are crucial for this.

Understanding Vocal Techniques

Contemporary vocal techniques such as heavy modal, twang, and belting can also be used to master Andy Bell's style. Learn more about these techniques from the Singing Carrots contemporary vocal techniques article.

Singing with Emotion

Finally, to truly sound like Andy Bell, you must sing with emotion. Make sure to connect with the lyrics and convey the emotion behind each song. Singing Carrots’ Singing with Intuition, Skills, Emotion, and Thinking article provides a deeper understanding of the subject.

Hopefully, these tips and resources will help you on your journey towards singing like Andy Bell. Good luck!

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