I was not a good singer when I was young. I loved singing, but no one else loved it when I sang. And I thought it would always be that way. I was told I could never have a professional singing voice. That was false. Anyone can become a good singer. You, too, can learn to […]
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Best Karaoke Songs (Easy To Sing And Sound Like A Star)
We’ve all been there. You’re at a karaoke place with your friends and one of them (maybe even you) chooses a song that’s way too hard for them. They butcher it and it’s so painful to watch. The audience actually feels embarrassed just to witness this disaster, not to mention how the actual “singer” feels. […]
Best Singing Lessons Online: From Free Voice Classes To Vocal Coaches
Note: This article contains affiliate links to help pay for the cost of running this site. If you make a purchase through one of these links, I receive compensation, at no additional cost to you. Singing lessons come in many forms and at different prices. You can find tons of free lessons online or you […]
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Black Male Singers Of The 70s (15 Best Vocalists Of The Decade)
What do you picture when you think of black male singers of the 70s? For me it’s a soul singer like Marvin Gaye. And most people I’ve asked have said the same. But that’s far from the only genre in which black singers excelled. They dominated a number of huge genres in the 1970s. And […]
Best Female Rappers Of All Time (15 Greatest Lady Rap Stars Ever)
Female rappers are finally having a moment. There are tons of them these days. And the best female rappers are excellent and being recognized for it, too. Sadly, that was rare only a short while ago. Back in the 80s and 90s (and even the 2000s), few female rapper got much airplay. Even fewer found […]
Black Female Singers Of The 70s (15 Greatest Voices)
What image pops into your head when someone talks about a great singing voice? For most people, it is a black female. In my case, it is specifically Aretha Franklin. The point is, most see black women as having the most powerful voices. And the black female singers of the 70s may have topped them […]
Why Does My Throat Hurt When I Sing? (And How To Fix It)
Does your throat hurt when you sing? Then you’re probably doing it wrong. There are a number of issues that can cause a sore throat when singing. We’ll cover them all below. But most of the time, it is the result of incorrect technique. The only way to fix that is to learn the fundamentals […]
Why Do I Sound Bad When I Record Myself Singing?
We’ve all been there. For people my age, it was probably an answering machine message. You hear your recorded voice played back to you and you can’t believe how horrible you sound! Is that weak, pathetic voice really you? It is. I hate to tell you this, but that’s how you sound to everyone else. […]
What Is An XLR Cable? (Everything You Need To Know)
Have you been seeing the letters XLR everywhere lately? Then you must be looking into a good condenser microphone or a set of monitors. More and more home users are looking into professional audio equipment for their home. Prices have come down a lot and made it more accessible. With professional audio equipment comes the […]
Condenser Mics Vs Dynamic Mics (Which Is Right For You?)
You really have two choices. In the world of audio recording, there are two main types of microphones: condenser and dynamic. Both have a unique set of capabilities. Deciding which one is right for you can be tough. But choosing the correct mic for the job is essential if you want superb sound quality. You […]
Best Drink For Singing Voice (And What NEVER To Drink)
Your throat needs lubrication to perform at its best. This much you know. But there are so many ways to get that lubrication. Which one is best? More importantly, are there any you should avoid (hint: the VAST majority of drinks are pretty harmful and best avoided). And there are other things to consider. The […]
Why Do I Yawn When I Sing? (And How To Prevent Yawning While Singing)
You’re not alone. Yawning while singing is actually fairly common, just like sneezing or crying when singing. Of course, that does not answer the question: “Why do I yawn when I sing?” There are actually several possible reasons you might find yourself yawning involuntarily. Some indicate a problem. But other times, yawning is actually an […]
Singing Tips For Beginners Who Want To See Quick Improvement
It’s hard to know where to start. When you first start out learning to sing, you don’t know what is most important to work on. That’s why our best tip for beginners is to get a structured course to work your way through. If you have the money, get an actual vocal coach. But if […]