I really wasn't intending to use this blog as an advice column, but I think that young bands out there might need to hear some of this.
Do you know what the biggest thing all of those HUGE bands out there have in common is?
A lead singer with an unusual, distinctive voice. I'm not talking distinctively BAD. I'm talking about swoon-worthy, voices that could melt butter. Or, in Kurt Cobain's case, voices that could boil water. Either way, musicality comes first. But an unusual timbre or interesting pronunciation is KEY.
Take, for instance, Adam Levine of Maroon5 fame. His voice is one of the most unusual I've ever heard; girls drool over and guys practice to have the kind of tone and control and musicality this guy has. It only helps that he's found a niche that really works for his voice.
Another example: Rob Thomas. Now, I'm not a huge huge fan of his solo work. However, one must admit that his voice is instantly recognizable. That is a major selling point! I honestly believe that Matchbox Twenty did some of the best adult contemporary rock of the 90's. Bar none.
1 more very recent example: you might remember that I posted a blog about a band called Barcelona. Well, their lead singer has a very controlled, powerful falsetto, and has found a style of music that sets his voice off perfectly. They recently signed with Universal Motown.
See? Unusual voice= just one more chance your band might become ridiculously famous.
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Great advice Ms. Audiophile. Its very cool to read an honest down to earth blog from an A&R gal. Especially for those of us who are just learning how to advertise ourselves as artists and get the right tools together. Can't wait for the next one!
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