Falco, born Johann Hölzel, was an Austrian musician and singer, known for his work in the New Wave and pop-rock genres. His most famous song "Rock Me Amadeus" topped charts worldwide in the 80s, and he had several other hits like "Der Kommissar" and "Vienna Calling". Falco had a unique way of using spoken word and rap in his music, along with catchy hooks and electronic instrumentation. To learn singing like him, you need to focus on three key aspects: rhythm, vocal delivery, and stage presence.

Rhythm

Falco's music often features a pulsating beat with syncopated rhythms that make it almost impossible to resist moving your body. To develop an ability to stay on beat with falco's music, it's crucial to practice with a metronome and study rhythmic ​subdivisions (for example, triplets and sixteenth notes). Our pitch training module offers interactive vocal exercises that cover notes syncopation, sight-reading, and accuracy. Plus, our vocal pitch monitor allows you to follow the notes of the preselected songs, including Falco's hits, and see your voice visuals and monitor your pitch accuracy.

Vocal Delivery

Falco's distinctive vocal style combines rap-like spoken voice with a pop singing sensibility. To imitate his unique delivery, you need to practice speaking and singing at the same time. To start, try speaking a song's lyrics rhythmically over the music with the correct intonation and then gradually add more melody as you get comfortable. Make sure to open your mouth and throat while singing to achieve better sound resonance. And don't forget to analyze your voice to detect if it's properly supported, and train your breathing and voice support using our exercises.

Stage Presence

Falco was a dynamic performer who knew how to command attention on stage. He used a combination of charisma, energy, and physical gestures to engage the audience. To develop your stage presence, you need to practice performing in front of people and hone your on-stage skills through watching performing tips articles, such as connecting with the audience, using different facial expressions, and playing with the dynamics of your singing. Overcoming stage fright is crucial to doing your best on stage, and Singing Carrots offers tips that can help you in this area.

Falco's Unique Vocal Techniques

Falco's most unique vocal technique was arguably his ability to seamlessly blend spoken word and sung vocals, which allowed him to create the distinctive sound that we still admire today. When you listen to his vocal delivery in "Rock me Amadeus", for example, you'll notice how he utilizes different vocal registers (from high, almost screaming notes to vibrato), synchopated rythms, and interesting accents. To help you study those techniques, another Singing Carrots blog article analyzes some of the most popular contemporary vocal techniques, including vocal distortion and growling. You can also use our range-test to compare your range with Falco's, and the tool will show you famous singers with a similar voice type.

Songs to Practice

To practice singing in Falco's style, select some of his most famous songs and study them carefully. Here are the most popular ones:

• "Rock Me Amadeus" (1985)
• "Vienna Calling" (1985)
• "Junge Römer" (1984)
• "Der Kommissar" (1981)
• "Nachtflug" (1983)

With consistent practice and guidance, you can learn to sing like Falco and develop your unique style. Our online singing course can provide you with more resources and professional help from a vocal coach.