If you want to sing like Mike Rutherford from Mike and the Mechanics, you need to focus on his great songwriting, guitar playing, and emotional voice. Mike's voice has a warm and raspy quality that draws listeners in, and his lyrics often touch on personal struggles and profound experiences.

To master Mike Rutherford's vocal technique, you should start by analyzing your own voice and discovering your range with our Vocal Range Test. This tool will help you identify which parts of your voice are strongest, and where you may need to focus your practice.

Once you know your vocal range, explore Mike and the Mechanics' music to find songs that showcase your strengths -- and challenge you -- as a singer. Some songs to try might include The Living Years, Silent Running, and Over My Shoulder.

As you practice, pay attention to your breathing, especially during emotional parts of a song. Take deep breaths and exhale slowly to keep your voice steady and controlled. Our Breathing Basics article can help you understand the mechanics of breathing and how it can benefit your singing.

To build your vocal endurance and range, try our Pitch Training exercises. This training uses interactive vocal warm-ups, pitch visualizations, and range/agility exercises to help you develop your voice and gain more confidence as a singer.

To improve your stage presence and performance skills, watch our Tips for Performing on Stage video. This clip shares advice from professional singers and performers to help you build confidence, connect with your audience, and deliver an unforgettable performance.

With the help of Singing Carrots resources, you'll be able to develop your own unique voice and perform with confidence and style like Mike Rutherford. Sing your heart out and always keep practicing!