Singing Guide: The Ting Tings
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
The Ting Tings are an English duo consisting of singer/guitarist Katie White and drummer Jules de Martino. Known for their energetic and catchy songs, The Ting Tings combine elements of pop, rock, and electronic music to create a unique and dynamic sound.
If you're hoping to learn to sing like Katie White, there are a few key elements to keep in mind. Firstly, White's voice often has a powerful and raw quality to it, with a focus on belting and sustained notes. Additionally, she utilizes a lot of breathiness and vocal fry to add texture and depth to her singing.
One great example of this style is their hit song "That's Not My Name," which features White's signature belting vocals and breathy verses. To learn to sing the song, start by focusing on your breath support and practicing sustained notes and belting techniques. You can use Singing Carrots' pitch training game and vocal range test to hone your pitch accuracy and determine your vocal range, respectively.
Another key aspect of singing like The Ting Tings is incorporating rhythmic and percussive elements into your vocal delivery. This can include techniques like onsets and offsets, vocal fry, and chest voice. Check out Singing Carrots' chest voice explain video, and the onsets and offsets video to work on these techniques.
As you work on your vocal technique, keep in mind the importance of posture and breath support. Singing Carrots has articles on breathing basics and breath support, as well as one on how good posture affects your singing, which can all be helpful resources.
By incorporating these techniques and using the resources provided by Singing Carrots, you can learn to sing like The Ting Tings and develop your own unique vocal style.