Singing Guide: Mr. Hudson
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Mr. Hudson brings an interesting style of singing to any genre that he works in. His style ranges from smooth and slow to sharp and staccato, but always remains emotive and engaging. To learn how to sing like Mr. Hudson, let's look at his unique vocal technique, some of his most popular songs showcasing his style, and incorporate practical advice and relevant Singing Carrots resources.
Mr. Hudson's unique vocal technique is characterized by his emotive singing style that employs a wide vocal range to go from soft and low singing to high-pitched, intense bursts of singing. To achieve this range, you need to work on your breathing and range. To breathe properly while singing, make sure to keep your chest open and use your diaphragm, allowing you to control your breath better. You can find more information on breathing techniques in the Singing Carrots article on breathing basics and use the Farinelli Breathing exercise in the skill-related videos section.
Next, to develop your vocal range, take the vocal range test to determine your current range and practice vocal exercises and activities to expand your range. Singing Carrots' Pitch Training game can help you with exercises for range and agility.
Mr. Hudson has many songs in different genres, but some of his most popular are "Supernova," "Young Forever," and his new single "Chicago." These songs showcase his unique style of emotive and versatile singing. Studying these songs can help you learn and refine the specific vocal techniques Mr. Hudson employs.
When learning a new song, use Singing Carrots' tips on how to learn a song effectively to help you practice efficiently. When practising, avoid constrictions and work on opening your mouth and throat while singing. For more information on this, refer to the Singing Carrots article on open mouth & throat.
Lastly, if you're interested in contemporary vocal techniques, Singing Carrots offers an article on Contemporary vocal techniques: Heavy modal, Twang, Belting. This article covers Twang and Heavy Modal specifically, and includes an exercise for each. Check out the skills-related videos section for exercises on Twang, growling, and Vibrato.
We hope these resources and tips will help you learn to sing like Mr. Hudson and develop your own unique style. Keep practicing and enjoy the learning process!