Singing Guide: Ladyhawke

Singing Guide: Ladyhawke

Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources

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How to Learn to Sing Like Ladyhawke

Ladyhawke is a New Zealand singer-songwriter known for her electrifying synth-powered music. Her powerful pop-rock voice enchanted fans and critics alike, earning her critical acclaim and legions of fans worldwide.

If you're looking to learn how to sing like Ladyhawke, there are a few key techniques and exercises that you should focus on. Read on to learn more:

Vocal Range

One of the first things you'll need to do is determine your vocal range. Ladyhawke's singing style is characterized by her wide range and high-pitch singing, which makes her music so distinctive. To find your vocal range, you can take Singing Carrots' Vocal range test.

Unique Vocal Techniques

Ladyhawke's music incorporates electronic influences, and her singing technique reflects this. There are a few notable techniques that you should try to incorporate into your singing to emulate Ladyhawke's sound:

  • Growling - Ladyhawke often incorporates growling into her singing to add a rougher texture to her vocals. Check out this How to Growl exercise to learn how to growl effectively.
  • Twang - Another technique that Ladyhawke uses is "twang." This involves narrowing your vocal tract to create a brighter sound. If you want to learn more about twang, try this How to Twang exercise.
  • Vibrato - Ladyhawke makes use of vibrato to add an extra layer of expressiveness to her singing. Check out this Beggars Bounce video by Singing Carrots to learn how to sing with vibrato effectively.

Ladyhawke's Signature Songs

Learning Ladyhawke's signature songs can help you to understand her technique and incorporate it into your own singing. Some of her most popular songs include "My Delirium," "Paris Is Burning," and "Magic." Look up the vocal scores and pay attention to her unique vocal style and intonation.

Practice Tips

To learn to sing like Ladyhawke, it's important to work on your breathing technique and warming up your voice. One helpful resource is the Farinelli Breathing exercise. Also, practice singing with emotion and intensity like Ladyhawke by practicing with Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test and Vocal Pitch Monitor.

Singing Course

If you're serious about learning to sing like Ladyhawke, you may want to consider taking an educational singing course like the one offered by Singing Carrots. The 21-lesson singing course covers everything from breathing and posture to vocal range and song interpretation.

With these techniques and tips, you'll be well on your way to singing like Ladyhawke in no time. Remember, practice makes perfect, so keep working on your technique and incorporate Ladyhawke's unique vocal style into your singing.

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