Shalamar was one of the most successful R&B vocal groups. Known for their catchy and upbeat pop/dance tracks, Shalamar had major chart success in the late 70s and 80s. Their songs like "The Second Time Around," "A Night to Remember" and "Dancing in the Sheets" became instant classics and continue to be well-loved today.

When it comes to singing like Shalamar, a few tips can help you achieve their signature sound. Firstly, Shalamar songs typically feature a bright, energetic, and smooth vocal tone. Vocalists must master this smooth and chic style to accentuate the funky and groovy beats of the tracks.

Secondly, Shalamar is known for having great harmonies. To create harmonies, a singer needs to focus on blending their voice with those of their bandmates in the same vocal range. To accomplish this, vocalists can use the breathing techniques described in Singing Carrot's breathing basics article to control their pitch and support the note duration.

Lastly, confidence and stage presence play a significant role when performing Shalamar songs. To truly capture the vibe of the songs, sing with confidence and let your body move to the beat.

Here are some tips to achieve the iconic Shalamar sound:

• Practice singing with a smooth and chic vocal tone.
• Master blending your voice with others in the same vocal range to create beautiful harmonies.
• Use breathing techniques to control pitch and note duration.
• Perform with confidence and move with the groove.

To help improve your Shalamar singing, Singing Carrots has several useful resources. The vocal range test can help you find your range, specifically the lower range required for many Shalamar songs, like "Take That to the Bank." The pitch accuracy test can assist you in improving your pitch accuracy. Furthermore, the vocal pitch monitor provides visual feedback of your sung notes, assisting you in your pitch correction.

For practice and exercises to hone your singing technique, Singing Carrots has a specialized Pitch Training course. It helps improve your vocal agility, pitch recognition, and vocal range. Another recommended course for beginner singers and those looking to improve their technique is the Singing for Beginners course.

Shalamar specialized vocal techniques include the use of a chest voice. To help you perfect the use of the chest voice, Singing Carrots has a great video, "Chest Voice Explained."

To be an all-round great performer, Singing Carrots has several useful resources such as the tips for performing on stage and overcoming stage fright.

Incorporating these tips and utilizing Singing Carrot's resources can help you become a master of singing like Shalamar.