The Psychedelic Furs have a unique sound that combines punk and post-punk elements with poetic lyrics and an unmistakable voice of Richard Butler. To learn how to sing like him, we need to explore his vocal technique and incorporate these practices into our own singing.

One essential aspect of Richard Butler's singing is his distinctive vibrato, which gives his voice its characteristic shimmering quality. To develop a similar vibrato, practice the diaphragm bounce exercise, as shown in Singing Carrots' video.

Additionally, when singing, focus on a relaxed throat and an open mouth, as discussed in our article about open mouth and throat.

Another key component of Richard Butler's singing is his use of dynamics to convey emotion. This means intentionally varying the loudness and intensity of your voice to create a more nuanced and expressive performance. Singing Carrots' tips for performing on stage can help you develop this skill.

To practice pitch accuracy, Singing Carrots' pitch accuracy test can be an excellent tool. And for working on range and agility, check out our pitch training resource.

Let's take a look at some of Richard Butler's iconic songs and how his vocal technique is showcased in them. In "Love My Way," he demonstrates his dynamic range, starting with a quiet, introspective verse and building up to a soaring and emotive chorus. In the song "Pretty in Pink," he uses his signature vibrato to add depth and emotion to the lyrics.

To sum up, to learn how to sing like Richard Butler of The Psychedelic Furs, practice developing a vibrato with the diaphragm bounce exercise, focus on a relaxed throat and an open mouth, and work on adding dynamics to your performance. Use Singing Carrots' resources, such as the pitch accuracy test and pitch training, and listen to his songs with attention to his vocal techniques.