Singing Guide: Lee Kernaghan
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Lee Kernaghan is one of Australia’s biggest country music stars, known for his unique brand of country rock that combines traditional country themes with a modern sound. To learn how to sing like Lee Kernaghan, there are several key elements to focus on:
Vocal Technique
Lee Kernaghan is known for his use of twang in his singing. Twang is a bright, piercing sound created by narrowing the vocal tract. Twang is what gives Kernaghan’s voice its distinctive, country sound.
To develop twang, try the How to Twang Exercise video from Singing Carrots. You can also learn more about twang and other vocal techniques from the Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting article on Singing Carrots.
Song Selection
When you’re learning to sing like Lee Kernaghan, it’s important to choose the right songs to showcase your voice. Some of Kernaghan’s biggest hits, like Boys from the Bush and She’s My Ute, are great choices for practicing your vocal technique and developing your twang.
To find more songs that match your vocal range, difficulty, and genre preference, check out the Song search tool on Singing Carrots.
Breathing and Warm-Up
Breath support is crucial for singing with twang. To develop your breath support, try the Farinelli Breathing video from Singing Carrots.
To warm up your voice, try the 3 Minute Warm Up video on Singing Carrots. This quick and easy warm-up routine is a great way to get your voice ready to sing like Lee Kernaghan.
Performance Tips
Performing like Lee Kernaghan requires more than just good singing technique – it also requires charisma and stage presence. To learn how to perform like a pro, check out the Tips for performing on stage article on Singing Carrots.
Additional Resources
Singing Carrots has a wealth of additional resources for singers of all levels. Check out the Educational singing course for a 21-lesson program covering singing theory and practical tips. You can also use the Vocal range test tool to determine your vocal range and compare it to famous singers, or the Pitch accuracy test tool to assess your pitch accuracy.
The Song-book feature on Singing Carrots allows you to create your performance set and get linked lyrics, sheet music, chords, karaoke, and YouTube audio. You can also explore the Vocal ranges of famous singers to learn more about how other singers have developed their unique vocal sounds.
By combining these elements with plenty of practice, you can learn how to sing like Lee Kernaghan and develop your own unique country sound.