Trace Adkins has a deep and resonant baritone voice, which has become his signature sound. In order to learn how to sing like him, you need to understand the key elements of his vocal technique, which include:

Techniques

Voice type

Trace Adkins has a baritone voice which is an uncommon voice type. Baritone is the range between bass and tenor. For this reason, his vocal range lies below most tenors and above most basses.

Resonance

Trace Adkins has an emphasis on the use of low larynx positions in his low notes which creates rich and dark tones while keeping his vocal cords in a relaxed position.

Chest Voice

Adkins' distinctive chest voice is perfect for Country songs. It basically means that he sings in a range that is not too high, but not exactly low either. By using his chest voice, Adkins creates a sense of familiarity and passion pick up the audience's attention.

Songs

Honky Tonk Badonkadonk

"Your body who's-ee" is a great example of Adkins' use of chest voice. To practice this technique, Singing Carrots' Vocal Range Test can help you determine what part of your range is chest voice or head voice.

Chrome

"Chrome" has several places in which Adkins uses a significant amount of vibrato. To learn more about Vibrato, Singing Carrots' Singing with Vibrato has tutorials explaining the key elements of Vibrato and exercises for you to practice.

Songs About Me

"Songs About Me" is a great song that showcases Adkins' unique vocal style. The song features a mix of Adkins' chest and head voice, as well as his use of resonance on his low notes.

Practical Tips

Relax your throat

To reach his deep, resonant voice, Adkins relaxes his throat. You can achieve this by singing while gently placing your hand at the back of your neck. Singing Carrots' Open mouth & throat explains how this works and offers exercises as examples.

Learn how to sing in tune

It's important to practice and develop your pitch accuracy. You can use Singing Carrots' Pitch accuracy test to assess your pitch accuracy and continue practicing to improve.

Train Your Voice

Singing Carrots' Pitch Training offers interactive vocal warm-ups, pitch visualizer, and exercises for range and agility to improve your voice.

Find your vocal range

Knowing your vocal range is essential for improving your singing skills. Singing Carrots' Vocal Range Test can help you determine what work you need towards perfection.

Take care of your voice

It is important to look after your voice to maintain good vocal health. Singing Carrots' Vocal Health covers healthy habits and basic practices to keep your voice healthy and avoid straining.

Remember that, to sing like Trace Adkins, you need to practice regularly and focus on improving your chest voice, resonance, and pitch accuracy. Use Singing Carrots' tools and exercises to keep improving.