Singing Guide: Keith Urban feat. Julia Michaels
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
As one of the top country stars in the world today, Keith Urban has a unique vocal technique that has thrilled fans around the globe. From the country-infused melodies of "Blue Ain't Your Color" to the uplifting lyrics of "Only You Can Love Me This Way," Keith's music has a distinct style that singers want to emulate.
If you're looking to learn how to sing like Keith Urban, then there are a few tips and tricks that you need to keep in mind. Here are some of the essential elements to focus on:
- Improve your vocal range: One of the key aspects of Keith Urban's singing technique is his impressive vocal range. To sing like Keith, you'll need to work on expanding your vocal range and hitting the high and low notes with ease. Try taking the vocal range test on Singing Carrots to identify your vocal range and explore exercises in Pitch Training that help you enhance your range.
- Practice breathing exercises: The right breathing technique is crucial when it comes to singing like Keith Urban. Breathing properly helps you to control your voice and maintain pitch accuracy. The video on Farinelli Breathing listed in the task resources is a great place to start.
- Work on your voice registers: Keith Urban is known for his blend of chest, mixed, and head registers. Practice voice registers & vocal break exercises to achieve a smooth vocal transition and solve your vocal breaking issues.
- Develop your own authentic voice: While you may want to sing like Keith Urban, it's also important to develop your style. Learn how to unleash your own unique style by practicing with the warm-up chorus in the Singing Course on Singing Carrots.
- Learn Keith Urban's songs: Once you have a solid foundation in singing technique, it's time to learn some of Keith Urban's most famous songs. "Coming Home" featuring Julia Michaels is one of his most popular recent songs, characterized by an upbeat rhythm and vocals that range from chesty belting to softer, mixed voice lines. You can find the lyrics, chords, sheet music, and YouTube audio of the song in Song-book on Singing Carrots.
By following these tips and incorporating the Singing Carrots resources listed in this task, you'll be well on your way to singing like Keith Urban in no time.