Singing Guide: The O.C. Supertones
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
The O.C. Supertones are a Christian ska band that formed in Orange County, California in 1991. They gained popularity in the Christian music scene during the late '90s and early 2000s, known for their high-energy performances and upbeat, horn-heavy sound.
To learn to sing like The O.C. Supertones, it's important to first develop a strong sense of rhythm and the ability to keep a steady beat. Ska music heavily relies on the upbeat, so it's important to be able to feel and accentuate that offbeat rhythm.
Next, focus on developing a powerful and clear singing voice that can cut through the dense instrumentation that typically accompanies ska music. This can be achieved through vocal warm-ups, breath support exercises, and proper posture.
One of the defining characteristics of The O.C. Supertones' music is their use of harmonies, especially between the lead vocalist and backup singers. To incorporate harmonies into your singing, practice singing along with recordings of the band and identifying the harmonies.
When it comes to selecting songs to practice, pay special attention to tracks that showcase the band's unique vocal style, such as "Adonai," "Unite," and "Away from You."
For more vocal training and practical tips, Singing Carrots provides resources such as the vocal range test, pitch accuracy test, vocal pitch monitor, pitch training, and vocal course for beginners. You can also utilize the website's song search to find songs that match your vocal range and genre preferences, and browse the artist vocal ranges to explore the vocal stylings of other singers.