Singing Guide: Years & Years
Vocal technique, exercises, tips and relevant resources
Years & Years is a British synth-pop band formed in London in 2010. They have been active for over a decade, with lead vocalist Olly Alexander being a true vocal icon for many aspiring singers.
Olly Alexander's unique vocal technique is characterized by his wide vocal range and his ability to deliver a uniquely emotional performance with his voice. In order to sing like Olly Alexander, it's important to start by analyzing your own voice. Take our vocal range test to determine your vocal range and compare it with Olly's.
To perform with emotional depth, it is necessary to know your voice type to highlight your strengths. A voice type is a classification of the singer's voice by range, weight, and color. Our article on voice types explains the different classifications and can help you find your own.
Years & Years' music is heavily influenced by electro-pop and EDM sounds, so mastering pitch accuracy is essential. Practice your pitch accuracy with our pitch accuracy test and use our vocal pitch monitor to see your sung notes on a virtual piano.
For overall vocal improvement, we recommend checking our singing course. It includes 21 in-depth lessons that cover singing theory and practical tips on breathing, pitch accuracy, and vocal health.
Olly Alexander often uses his falsetto to create a sense of vulnerability, especially in ballads like "Eyes Shut" and "Memo." Our article on breath support is a great starting point for those who want to master a falsetto.
Olly Alexander also uses contemporary vocal techniques such as belting, twang, and heavy modal. To learn more about these techniques, check out our article on contemporary vocal techniques. Our videos on twang and belting can also help you master these techniques.
Years & Years' songs are characterized by their catchy melodies and unique production. To learn the songs that best showcase Olly Alexander's vocal technique, use our song search tool and adjust the filters to match your vocal range and preferred genre.
Finally, we recommend our article on how to find your own authentic voice, as it provides practical advice on how to develop your vocal style while remaining authentic.
With these resources and practical tips, you'll be well on your way to learning how to sing like Olly Alexander of Years & Years.