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    Hi JonJon, I am no vocal pro, but I think you cracked because of to much pressure, your folds could not hold it any longer and just opened up quickly. Perhaps you need to push less and try to focus more on resonance, or you just need to keep building up strength. Cheers
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    Hi Elvis, great job man! I really liked it! I am sorry but your performance was so heartfelt that I could not hear those mistakes you mentioned... I liked the timbre and distortion, although IMO you could have used it a bit less. I had the feeling that you started almost every sentence with the distortion on the low notes to make them beefier. But You could also start a few lines with the fry/creaking (one of DC's trademarks)... BTW, I really liked the way you connected your vibrato to fry when ending one of the lines. Please, keep'em coming!
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    Great singing, as always, Ellise! May I humbly suggest 1 thing for your next videos: avoid having the light behind you because it creates a shadow over you (unless that is what you are going for). You are a beautiful lady who sings amazing, so have the light playing with you. This way you can add more to your performance. Another thing I would like to suggest is regarding this song, if you intend to record it, is to take a little time in pause (maybe staring down...) right before the key change, so you will build up the suspense... Cheers
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    Hi JonJon, I liked it. I could totally feel the Zeppelin vibe in the verses, but I also picked up some AIC/STP in the chorus (especially the instrumental part). Even though I'm not a big fan of the psychedelic style, I liked it, and I honestly think this song deserves to be polished and finished. I felt that the first "I call on the maker" phrase in the chorus, sounded weird (for my personal taste). You are a writing/recording machine. Keep on rocking man!
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    Hi JonJon, if you want to go for a heavier sound you could try tuning your guitar with dropped D and play those bar chords riffs.
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    Yeah, I can relate to that...
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    The accomplishment I'm talking about doesn't come from praise. If this was the case I would not have spent several "monies" on music instruments and recording equipment. I believe you feel the same, or else you would have stopped a long time ago... Yeah, you can take the "higher" path and improve your talent I think You are doing pretty good for someone who learned how to "bridge" 2 weeks ago. I "learned" how to bridge and access my higher range 1-2 years ago. Of course learning by myself, being lazy and inconsistent in the training do not help at all... Yeah! That's the spirit! I'm glad I could help! ;-)
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    JonJon, so that is the question my friend: why do you write and record songs? If it gives you pleasure and a sense of accomplishment, just do it man! You could also create a Soundcloud account and post your songs there. I bet you would get tons of followers and even collaboration requests. I am not saying that all your songs are 100% ready, pro-level, radio/consumer-ready, but man, you definitely have a lot of talent that should not go to waste. I wish I had more free time in my hands at the moment to dedicate to music (singing, playing guitar, recording, and performing), because I would ask you to collaborate with me on some compositions, as I think it would be so much fun. I think it would be a crime if you don't come back to finish this song, now that you now it kicks serious arse. Congrats man!
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    FREAKING A.W.E.S.O.M.E.!!!!! Those several hours working on just 11s worth of music really paid off. This chorus sounds great man! Hard Rock, radio-ready, compelling rhythm, good guitar riff, and great vocals! If you didn't tell me I could easily assume it was a cover song. I am so jealous of you now, but in a good way. Technical question: how did you come up with the melody? Did you sing it or play in an instrument? Did you already have the lyrics before the melody? Congrats JonJon, and I can't wait to listen to the whole song when is ready. Keep them coming!
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    I liked it Jeremy! I never heard this song before, but I thought your voice was a perfect match for it, sweet and smooth with a touch of sadness (it sounds like a wine description). I think I heard a few off-pitch moments easy to fix, but overall it was a good cover. I don't know why but I was transported to some beach watching the Sunset...
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    Sorry for the misunderstanding. Nonetheless, you mentioned it and I think it is a great idea. Yeah! Try to start with the chorus, make it very energetic. Then, you go to Verses and build them with less energy. If you create a pre-chorus you could make it at an intermediate level, and so on. I think my songs are on the more simplistic side too, although I usually make them very dynamic. I have to write a song, or at least use some lyrics I have already written and create a vocal melody using my relatively improved singing skills. I'm all about some Whitesnake/Coverdale vibe too! Maybe someday we could try to team up and collaborate on a song. Cheers
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    I find it really interesting the way you build your songs, changing the chords after vocals are recorded. I might try it someday. I know that some people start composing a song with the melody (lead vocals), than chords (accompaniment) and lyrics. This way you actually have way more freedom with the melody, without worrying about key or modes (major vs minor). However, I never been able to do this way so far. But maybe I was lacking the vocal skills, better pitch control, or who knows. Anyways, very nice work, and thank you for sharing your techniques. Cheers and keep on rocking
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    I think everyone has his own way of recording, but I do what most of people do: get a backing track (instrumental with no vocals, or with backing vocals for harmonies) load it on your DAW as a track; create a track for lead vocals; set to record; use headphones to listen to the track (and maybe your vocals); and record. After that you can go back and re-record parts that you were not happy with, record other vocals to thicken the lead vocals (double/triple tracking); use EQ and effects; mix down everything; Master the song (more effects); and convert to mp3 and upload the song. I know that some people record vocals without the headphones, using monitors, but I think the volume must be low to not be recorded with the vocals or generate feedback, which can also be avoided turning off the output signal of the vocals. There are a few nice tutorials on home recording in the General Vocal Gear page. Good luck and keep on rocking!
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    I liked it man! The INTRO reminds me of the Fab 4, and you are really good with the guitar parts. The general vocal melody is nice for the verses, but I think the CHORUS should sound a bit different, with more energy (or higher pitched vocals). Now that I know your creative/recording process I have even more respect for your recordings. I just think it is too bad you never go back and polish/improve your songs. I would like to know how you come up with the vocal melody. I mean, do you start with chords and then try to fit the melody? I'm asking this because that is the way I've done so far, but I would love to start with the vocal melody and then fit the chords. Keep on rocking man!
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    Hey JonJon, this is only the 2nd original song I listened from you, and I got to tell you that I really dig your songs man! I could get the Jagger feel you mentioned, but I don't think it sounded as an imitation, more like a little influence. Well done. Regarding the sung melody, I had a feeling that you were singing a mix of lead and harmony vocals. Maybe because my brain was tricked to expect higher pitched vocals when you started to go higher. But then you went back down. I understand that you just recently managed to bridge registers, and it was probably the reason why you didn't stay higher. If I may humbly suggest (or request) you to play around with higher harmonies, at least as backing vocals. Nevertheless, it sounds really good already. You just got another fan...
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    Hi Collin, I think your voice suits this song well. However, it would sound much better, and also be easier for the guys to analyze it, if you recorded with a backing track. I think there is a link to a website where you can purchase backing tracks with a great variety of songs and styles. Cheers and keep on rocking!
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    Hi JonJon, I really liked your song man! The INTRO, the guitar work, the VERSES with the low energy vibe and nice guitar arpeggios. Considering it took you one whole day to do it, I would say it is AWESOME. However, now that you had a great start you can improve it, take it to the next level. I agree with MDEW regarding the PRE-CHORUS sounding a bit out of key, BTW good job on setting the mood for the CHORUS by increasing the energy level. It could be the apparent complexity of this section that it is making us project a different melody, or just wanting a different melody. Now, in my opinion, after you done an excellent job with the dynamics of the PRE-CHORUS when you get to the most important part, the CHORUS, it lacks energy. Maybe I'm missing a stronger bass, or vocals sung a bit different, I don't know. I thought the lyrics were suitable for this style of music. Great job overall. Regarding the Coverdale sound, if I may suggest, you could try to add a bit of cry, especially in the higher parts. You already started adding the creaking/vocal fry. You just need the cry, and some lows too. Keep rocking!
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    Holly Cheese Aravind!!! I am speechless my friend! Your voice sounded so professional, that I could swear you were all this time pretending to be a vocal student, and you actually wrote this song! But the video needs to be synced with audio. Other than that, A.W.E.S.O.M.E. timbre!
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    So, if you need help to get the equipments you should check the The Vocal Gear Store http://astore.amazon.com/thevocastudin-20 And if you need more technical info (it seems that you do) on how to put everything together you should check this post about Home Recording Good luck man!
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    There is definitely a bridge there, and I think it was confirmed by Daniel in another thread. So, we just may need to "crack the code" and cross that bridge too...
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    I liked it Jeremy. You have a very nice soothing tone that matches the song. I never heard the original, but I think you did a good job. It is a work in progress, as you can still fix pitch and intonation in some areas. In some times your voice reminded me of Roy Orbinson. I think you could give this song a Roy feel if you just raised more your soft palate. How many steps did you lower the song, and why? You sound as if you could sing it higher. Additionally, I felt like you sounded a bit unsure/shy. Cheers
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    I am not sure if it is only the stretching of the folds or resonance changes because there is another bridge right there between E5-G5. I think I know what you mean. Something similar happens to me when I'm tired of singing. The range between C5-E5 is more easily accessible, but with less weight. Interesting...
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    Yeah man, gotcha! Heavy Metal songs... Same here, but my falsetto doesn't go higher than my head voice. So, for now I'm happy just being able to sing up to E5. Do you think it just takes strengthening of the voice to break this E5-G5 barrier or something else, such as changing resonance or vowels? Cheers
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    I agree on getting a solid tone and being consistent in the most used range, but still, some very popular songs have those E5-F5-G5s, such as Stairway to Heaven ands many others. What to do then? he he
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    It really sounds awesome man! I will definitely try it. I noticed that once my voice is warmed up, I can easily vary intensity and add a beefy sound to my singing. However, the E5-F5-G5 barrier is still there mocking me... ;-p
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