Singing Guide: Razorlight
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Have you ever dreamed of singing like Johnny Borrell from Razorlight? In this article, we will explore some of the key techniques that Borrell uses to achieve his unique vocal style, and provide you with practical tips and Singing Carrots resources to help you learn and master these techniques.
One of the most distinctive features of Borrell's singing is the way he creates a sense of urgency and intensity, even in more mellow or introspective songs. He achieves this in part through his use of dynamics: shifting between quiet, contemplative moments and louder, more passionate ones. To start working on this in your own singing, try some of Singing Carrots' Pitch Training exercises to develop control over your voice.
Another key aspect of Borrell's vocal style is his use of vibrato, which adds a natural, organic quality to his singing. To start developing vibrato in your own singing, try the Singing with Vibrato article from Singing Carrots, which offers tips and exercises for adding vibrato to your singing voice.
Borrell also makes use of falsetto, particularly in higher registers, to add a sense of emotional depth and vulnerability to his singing. To work on this technique, check out Singing Carrots' Vocal Pitch Monitor, which offers a visual representation of your singing and can help you identify areas where you may need to work on your falsetto.
Finally, it's worth taking note of Borrell's use of consonant sounds in his singing, particularly in songs like "America" and "Before I Fall to Pieces." By using harder consonant sounds, Borrell is able to create a more percussive, driving quality to his vocals. To work on this, try exercises like Singing Carrots' Articulation article, which offers tips and techniques for improving your diction and enunciation.
By incorporating these techniques into your singing, and utilizing the practical resources available on Singing Carrots, you can start developing the unique and powerful vocal style of Johnny Borrell from Razorlight.