Singing Guide: Keith Johnson
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Keith Johnson is a renowned gospel singer with a powerful, soulful voice that can touch the hearts of many. If you want to learn how to sing like him, here are some tips and tricks you can follow:
- Master Belting. Keith Johnson is known for his belting technique, which is a powerful way of singing high notes. To belt like Keith, you need to learn how to control your breath properly and use your diaphragm to support your voice. Practice belting exercises to improve your range and develop the strength you need to hit higher notes with ease.
- Learn to Control Your Vibrato. Keith Johnson's unique vibrato adds depth and emotion to his singing. To achieve this sound, you need to have control over your voice. Practice exercises that help you develop control over your vibrato, such as the beggars bounce exercise from Singing Carrots.
- Work on Transitioning between Chest and Head Voice. Keith Johnson has a smooth transition between chest and head voice, which allows him to sing with a lot of emotion and expression. To achieve this sound, you need to practice exercises that help you switch between your chest and head voice, such as the singing comfort zone exercise from Singing Carrots.
- Experiment with Twang and Growling. Keith Johnson occasionally uses twang and growling in his singing, which adds texture and depth to his voice. To experiment with these techniques, you can try the how to twang and how to growl exercises from Singing Carrots.
- Learn some Keith Johnson songs. To get a feel for Keith Johnson's singing style, try learning some of his songs. Some good options to start with are "Lord, You're Holy," "Let Go," and "Thank You Lord for Being There for Me." You can find songs that suit your range and difficulty preference by using Singing Carrots' Song search feature.
Here are some Singing Carrots resources that will help you further enhance your singing skills:
- Vocal range test
- Pitch accuracy test
- Vocal Pitch Monitor
- Pitch Training - Educational Singing Game
- Keith Johnson Songbook
- Singing courses for beginners
With these tips and Singing Carrots' resources, you'll be on your way to singing like Keith Johnson in no time. Remember to practice regularly and experiment with different singing techniques to find your own unique sound.