Gene Chandler, nicknamed "The Duke of Earl", is a legendary soul singer known for his smooth and soulful vocals. Chandler's style incorporates elements of doo-wop, soul, and R&B, and he has a unique vocal technique that can be emulated by anyone looking to improve their singing skills.

To learn to sing like Gene Chandler, it's essential to start with understanding your voice and its strengths and weaknesses. The first step in this process is to take the vocal range test on Singing Carrots. This test will help you identify your singing range, which is essential to sing like Gene Chandler, as he had an impressive range. Next, work on developing breath support, which is necessary to control the note stamina that makes Gene Chandler’s performance so enthralling.

In addition, practicing growling and nasal resonance exercises will help you to get that unique, soulful sound like Chandler. Singers should also practice the Twang technique, which helps to bring clarity and richness to the voice while improving accuracy. When singing like Gene Chandler, it's also essential to focus on the meaning and emotions behind the song - whether it’s "Rainbow,” “Duke of Earl” or "Nothing Can Stop Me." To learn some practical tips, check out the Singing Carrots article on "Singing with Intuition, Skills, Emotion, and Thinking".

As with any performance, a warm-up is essential. I recommend using Singing Carrots's educational sing game, Pitch Training, which includes interactive vocal warm-ups and exercises for range and agility. You can also check out Singing Carrots's course on Singing for Beginners, which provides 21-lesson program covering singing theory and practical tips.

With the vocal technique and practical advice in mind, it's time to start incorporating Gene Chandler's style into your singing. Songs showcasing Chandler's vocal technique include "Rainbow,” “Duke of Earl,” and “Nothing Can Stop Me.” You can search for songs matching your vocal range, genre preference, and difficulty level using Singing Carrots' song search functionality.

One of Gene Chandler's unique vocal techniques is the use of falsetto, which you can master by practicing exercises such as the Chest Voice Explained and Glottal Onset from Singing Carrots YouTube playlist. Remember, singing like Gene Chandler requires hard work, but with consistent practice, you can achieve great results. To avoid damage to your voice, it's important to take care of your vocal health by following recommendations in this article.

Sing your heart out like the Duke of Earl!