How to Sing Like David Lee Roth
Are you a die-hard fan of hard rock or heavy metal?
If “YES” then you must be aware of David Lee Roth. This multi-talented artist, who gives vocals, write lyrics, produce music and make compositions at the same time, has made his fan following not only in America but all over the world also.
David, famous for his unique texture and timbre of voice, has influenced lot of youngsters throughout his career. If you are one of those who want to sing like him then you will have to follow some singing techniques to match your idol’s level.
Instructions
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You must know that hard rock or heavy metal singing is not all about singing in strong and loud voice. It is not about shouting and making noise rather this genre of music has been introduced to express the state of emotional outburst. You must be able to understand the feel before starting to imitate David Lee Roth.
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Next thing you should do is to pick some albums of David and listen all the songs to understand the variety in his singing. Consider Van Halen I & II, Women and Children First, A different Kind of Truth, Diamond Dave etc. Keep listening to all the songs and try to notice the way he shows versatility in his singing.
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Pick a song and memorise its lyrics. Try to read between the lines and capture the feelings. Then try to deliver those lines like David did. To simplify this exercise, you should write the lyrics on a paper and then sing along with the king of rock music.
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You can make this exercise more effective by using head phones. Plug in one ear and then try to listen and sing at the same time. This will really help you in singing like David Lee Roth.
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Hard rock and metal singing revolves around high notes so you should practice scales. Try to sing with full force and hold the notes for a while. This exercise will help you to keep your vocal chords controlled and taut.
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Another technique to practice well is to use karaoke version of David Lee Roth. Play over and again to develop voice quality like your ideal singer.
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Keep evaluating yourself. Record your singing and then play time after time. Determine the flaws in your singing and try to make amends in next take. If you feel it necessary then do not hesitate in seeking help from a professional coach.
