Singing Guide: Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
How to learn to sing like Joan Jett & The Blackhearts
Joan Jett is known for her gritty, powerful and emotive voice, perfect for rock and roll. Her unique singing style and powerful stage presence set her apart from other female rock artists.
Joan Jett's Unique Vocal Techniques
Joan Jett's singing is characterized by her unique vocal style, showcasing grit and rasp. One of the most important things a singer can do is understand their own unique voice. Just like Joan Jett, you need to figure out your range and singing style so you can make the most of your vocal talent.
To sing like Joan Jett, it's important to practice the heavy modal vocal technique. This is when you engage your false vocal cords to add grit and rasp to your singing. Joan Jett often incorporates this technique in her performances and it creates a signature sound that sets her apart. You can learn more about vocal techniques by exploring our resource on Contemporary Vocal Techniques.
Joan Jett's Songs and How to Sing Them
To sing like Joan Jett, it's essential to learn some of her songs that showcase her style and vocal technique. Here are some of her most popular songs to help you learn:
When learning these songs, focus on the rhythm and phrasing, not just the melody. Joan Jett's songs are all about attitude and emotion, so be sure to bring your own unique flair to each performance. If you need help with pitch accuracy, we recommend trying our Pitch Accuracy Test. This will help you identify areas where you need to improve your pitch and provide exercises to help you train.
Practical Advice for Singing Like Joan Jett
Here are some tips to keep in mind as you learn to sing like Joan Jett:
- Warm up your voice properly before each practice or performance. We recommend trying our Humming Warm-Up Exercise as an effective way to do so.
- Focus on your breath support and make sure you are engaging your diaphragm. You can learn more about breathing in our resource on Breath Support.
- Practice your posture and make sure you stand up straight with your shoulders back. Good posture has a huge impact on your singing voice, as described in our article on How Posture Affects Your Singing.
- Record yourself singing and listen back to identify areas where you need improvement. Use resources like our Vocal Pitch Monitor to visualize your pitch.
- Most importantly, don't be afraid to add your own unique twist to each performance. Joan Jett's style is all about attitude and emotion, so let your unique singing style shine through.
Singing Carrots Resources
Don't forget to take advantage of all the resources Singing Carrots has to offer. Here are some that might help you as you learn to sing like Joan Jett: