Singing Guide: Hank Mizell
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
If you want to learn how to sing like Hank Mizell, you need to appreciate his unique style of rockabilly music. Hank Mizell is best known for his song "Jungle Rock." The song, released in 1958, became an instant hit. Its infectious beat and Mizell's deep, booming voice made it an instant classic.
To learn how to sing like Hank Mizell, start by listening to "Jungle Rock" and studying his vocal technique. One of the most distinctive features of Mizell's singing is his use of a strong, deep voice. Try to imitate this by singing from your chest and using a relaxed but powerful tone.
In addition, Mizell's singing style is characterized by his use of vibrato. One way to develop your own vibrato is to practice singing long notes with a slight wavering in pitch. You can also try exercises like the ones found in Singing Carrots' video resources: "Beggar's Bounce" and "Diaphragm Bounce".
Other important aspects of Mizell's style include his emphasis on timing and rhythm, and his use of falsetto. Also, pay attention to the energy he brings through his voice while singing.
To develop your own singing style, it's essential to practice regularly. The Singing Carrots range test can help you determine your vocal range, and the pitch accuracy test can help you improve your pitch accuracy. Once you know your range, you can search for songs that suit your voice using the song search tool.
In addition, the pitch training exercises can help you expand your range and improve your overall vocal technique. Some of the Singing Carrots articles that might be especially helpful in developing your rockabilly singing style include "Pop/Jazz vs Classical singing," "Singing with intuition, skills, emotion, and thinking," and "Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting."
To stay healthy, it's essential to take care of your voice. The vocal health article outlines healthy habits to protect your vocal cords. Proper posture, as explained in the "How posture affects your singing" video, is also important for maintaining healthy vocal cords.
In summary, to learn to sing like Hank Mizell, study his unique style, practice regularly with the Singing Carrots tools, and take care of your voice with healthy habits.