Singing Guide: The Waterboys
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
The Waterboys are an influential Scottish-Irish folk-rock band known for their emotive and poetic songs. To sing like The Waterboys' lead vocalist, Mike Scott, you will need to focus on his passionate and unconventional technique.
Firstly, it's important to discover your vocal range. Use Singing Carrots' Vocal Range Test to determine the notes you can comfortably sing. Mike Scott has a wide-ranging voice with a distinctive timbre, often using his falsetto to create beautiful, soaring melodies.
Once you have discovered your vocal range, you can start practicing specific techniques to achieve The Waterboys' sound. One technique that Mike Scott uses frequently is vibrato. Use Singing Carrots' Vibrato video to practice this technique.
Another important element of The Waterboys' sound is their use of dynamics. They often build from a soft, intimate performance to a powerful, passionate one. To incorporate this into your singing, use Singing Carrots' exercises on breath support, proper posture, and voice projection.
The Waterboys' lyrics are often poetic and emotionally charged. To capture the essence of Mike Scott's singing style, read Singing Carrots' article on singing with intuition, skills, emotion, and thinking.
To showcase your skills and sing some of The Waterboys' hits, use Singing Carrots' Songbook to find songs that match your vocal range, difficulty, and genre preference. You can also learn more about The Waterboys' discography by exploring Singing Carrots' Artist Vocal Ranges section.
With regular practice and the help of Singing Carrots' resources, you can develop your singing skills and learn to sing like The Waterboys.