Singing Guide: Leon Bridges feat. John Mayer
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Leon Bridges is an exceptional singer-songwriter whose style and vocal technique are heavily influenced by soul music.
To learn how to sing like Leon Bridges, one should focus on developing the following singing techniques and practices described in Singing Carrots' articles and exercises:
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Vocal style: Leon Bridges creates a soulful atmosphere with his raspy voice, emotive delivery, and heartfelt lyrics.
To emulate his vocal style, beginners can start by practicing proper breathing techniques, opening their mouth and throat while singing, and learning to articulate words correctly.
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Pitch accuracy: In order to remain pitch-perfect, it is recommended to work on pitch accuracy exercises like Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test.
This exercise provides immediate feedback on how well you are matching pitch, so you can focus your attention on specific pitches that are giving you trouble.
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Preparing for a performance: A solid warm-up is essential to getting the most out of your voice when performing.
Singing Carrots offers a variety of warm-up videos, such as Farinelli Breathing, Three Minute Warm-Up, and Humming.
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Chest voice: Chest voice is a vital technique for soulful singing.
To develop it, you should work on chest voice exercises such as Singing Comfort Zone and Chest Voice Explained.
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Articulation: Singing Carrots' Finger Bite exercise is an excellent way to practice articulation.
When trying to sing like Leon Bridges, it is essential to incorporate some of his famous songs into your practice routine. From his early hit “Coming Home” to his newer work with John Mayer like “Inside Friend,” many of Leon’s songs showcase his vocal style and technique.
Singing Carrots also offers many resources to help enhance your singing and perform at your best, including:
- finding songs that match your vocal range and vocal training including heavy modal, twang, and belting through the pitch training section
- how to analyze your voice
- voice types
- breathing basics
- voice registers
- breath support
- how to learn a song effectively
- resonance in singing
- vocal health
- posture’s impact on your performance
By using these resources and practicing techniques used by Leon Bridges, you can develop a soulful, emotional voice that resonates with your listeners.