The Spin Doctors were an American rock band formed in New York City in the late 1980s. They are best known for their hit song "Two Princes," which topped the charts in several countries. The Spin Doctors are a great example of a band that incorporates multiple musical styles into their work and creates an uniquely dynamic sound. To learn how to sing like the Spin Doctors, you'll need to focus on a few specific techniques.

• First, the Spin Doctors make use of a lot of vocal distortion, which can give their songs a rough-edged quality. To master this technique, try some of the exercises found in the article on Vocal Distortion & Growling linked in the resources. These exercises can help you learn how to control your voice's distortion in a way that feels comfortable and safe.
• Second, the Spin Doctors often use twang as a vocal technique. This creates a unique sound that can add character to your singing. The resource on Contemporary Vocal Techniques: Heavy Modal, Twang, Belting, has a link to a twang exercise to help you practice this technique. Try incorporating this technique into your warm ups and see how it changes the sound of your voice.
• Finally, the Spin Doctors frequently switch between chest voice and head voice, which can create a dynamic sound. You can learn more about this vocal technique in the Voice Registers & Vocal Break article in the resources. Once you've mastered the basic chest and head voice techniques, practice switching back and forth to get a feel for how it creates a unique sound.

To really get a grasp of the Spin Doctors' style, it's also important to look at some of their famous songs. "Two Princes" is a great example of the distinctive vocal techniques the band employs, from the rhythmic delivery to the use of vocal distortion and head voice. Other songs like "Little Miss Can't Be Wrong" and "Jimmy Olsen's Blues" showcase different aspects of their style as well. Try breaking down these songs and practicing on your own, then sing along to the original recordings to see how your own learning compares.

Luckily, Singing Carrots has a vast array of resources to help you learn and improve your singing skills. You can use the vocal range test to help you better understand your own vocal range and find the right approach to the Spin Doctors' songs. The Vocal Pitch Monitor and Pitch Training tools help you stay on track with your pitch accuracy and range. Use the Song search to help you find songs that match your vocal range, difficulty, and genre preference, including a range of Spin Doctors' songs. Finally, you can also consider taking the singing course to help you build more general vocal skills.

With practice and dedication, you too can learn to sing like the Spin Doctors. Use the resources provided to learn more about the techniques they employ and give yourself plenty of time to experiment and practice. Before long, you'll be belting out "Two Princes" like a pro!