High Distortion, Over-Singing, and Staying Healthy

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➡️ 𝗪𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀!

How do you distort high notes when nothing seems to work? What do you do when your voice is worn out but you have a show in two days? How do you prevent over-singing and sustain your voice long-term? From distorting high notes to sustaining and recovering your voice, join me in exploring essential answers to student questions from the rock singing community.

In this episode:

Learn why light, comfortable sounds are key to mastering distortion
Explore how head voice supports high-note distortion
Why you should avoid forcing distortion at higher pitches
Tips to prevent over-compression and strain when adding grit
How thinning and over-crying into higher notes can unlock distortion
How to find balance between breath support and letting air through for distortion
Understand distortion as a shape supported by airflow, not forced into place
How mixing head voice and chest voice creates smoother transitions for distortion
Techniques for maintaining vocal health while singing with distortion
Why proper warm-ups are crucial before attempting any grit or distortion
Strategies for recovering your voice after over-singing
The importance of hydration and rest for sustaining your voice after heavy distortion
How to maintain energy and aggression without over-straining your vocal cords during live shows
How to adjust your set list to protect your voice during live performances
Essential strategies for recording multiple takes without wearing out your voice