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X-Factor, American Idol and The Voice: Three Things You Must Know Before You Audition (05 Feb 2012) American Idol, The Voice, and X-Factor: cool shows. If you're reading this, then you want to compete on one of these very popular programs. Do you want to win your way onto the show itself? Or would you rather get your audition played as a ridiculous example of someone who shouldn't have wasted the judges' time? This article can make all the difference for you.
Mending a Break in the Voice (05 Feb 2012) Where there is an uncontrolled, frustrating break in the voice, there is a limitation of vocal ability. When a singer tenses around the upcoming "passaggio" or vocal register change, the vocal apparatus cannot work properly.
One Good Tip When Deciding To Audition For A Vocal Reality Show: An Interesting Back Story (09 Oct 2011) Improving your chances of getting on each vocal reality show should be a carefully executed endeavor. Just being able to sing well is a menial portion of what you really should consider when auditioning for American Idol, X-Factor, America's Got Talent, The Voice or any other vocal reality show.
In this article I hope to provide much helpful insight that few may not have thought-out or would even know.
Backing Tracks for Singers - Virtual Band For Song Demos, Karaoke or Auditions (09 Oct 2011) With the popularity of American Idol and America's Got Talent, there are many budding songbirds out there. Plenty of folks with hidden talents are coming out of the woodwork. So to optimize your chances, you should jump at the opportunity to create your own professional sound recordings.
How To Be On America's Got Talent (09 Oct 2011) Whether it's for American Idol, Survivor, Big Brother, America's Got Talent, or any one of the many shows out there looking for eager contestants, you can't get in without an audition. If you're a singer, pick a song within your range. If you're a magician, do a trick that's guaranteed to work. If you're a juggler, go flashy, preferably something with fire. And if you're a mime, move to France.
Getting Over the Fear and Finding Joy at the "America's Got Talent" Auditions (09 Oct 2011) After years of working in radio and television, you would think I would not be intimidated by an audition. Well, think again. I was always very shy by nature and the thought of performing in front of an audience scares the living daylights out of me. Once I am actually "performing" I'm fine, but the process leading up to the big moment is pure torture for me. That is why it was a real challenge to actually get me out the door to the open casting call of "America's Got Talent."
Know Your Voice Type (16 Aug 2011) Why is it important to know your voice type? Because to know your voice type tells you about your working range, which is a good indication of what you are able to sing, and where your limits lie. Singing outside of your natural range is not only potentially harmful but it will also most probably not be a lot of fun!
Instead of Trying to Achieve the Deepest Voice, Why Not Strive for the Best? (16 Aug 2011) Not everyone has the ability to be a bass. It just isn't possible.
What you should strive to achieve is the best voice you have. And, believe me, you have a better voice inside of you. It's been there, just waiting to come out. What I can tell you is that there is a 99% likelihood that your 'real' or true voice will be deeper in pitch than your habitual one.
Are YOU the Next American Idol? Auditioning For American Idol (07 Aug 2011) Many potential singers, young and not so young, dream about becoming the next American Idol and in the very early auditioning process you wonder what some contestants were thinking.
Your Singing Career (07 Aug 2011) Where are you looking to go in your singing career? Are you serious, just starting to think about it, or are you weary from the never endless promises with little to show in return. In the next few minutes, let's take a look at some key factors that you might try to incorporate into your singing career and maybe, just maybe you can take it one step closer to your singing goals, artist record deal or wherever your dreams are wanting to take you.
YouTube Revolution - More Than 15 Minutes of Fame (20 Jul 2011) Everybody talks about YouTube. Even Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres love talking about YouTube's finest kid sensations of today. This revolution isn't just a 15-minute of fame. It is an avenue to more than a hundred million of viewers around the world.
Music Business Begins Infecting Fans - 3 Lessons of Viral Marketing on YouTube (20 Jul 2011) In this article, we're going to look at a few examples of people who have used YouTube not only to get their name out there, but also as a tool to collaborate with other artists out there and ultimately make more money.
Watch YouTube Music Videos to Help Improve Your Singing (20 Jul 2011) Most of us watch YouTube music videos for pleasure. We enjoy seeing others do the things that we would like to do. But not too many of us watch videos with one specific goal in mind, -"What can I learn from this video that will help me to sing better?"
Why it is Important to Warm Up Vocals Before Singing (20 Jul 2011) Warming up your vocals before singing is crucial to ensure peak performance and to ensure the continued health of your vocal cords. Just as an athlete would not dream of running a marathon without warming up, so should a singer be wary or straining their vocal cords without adequate warming up.
Vocal Tips to Help You Give the Best Performance (20 Jul 2011) Have you got a concert coming up? Or maybe you're singing songs for a loved one and you really need to impress. Here are some great vocal tips to help get you to where you want to go.
COVER ME CANADA COMPETITION IS FASCINATING! (15 Jul 2011) If you're entering a competition, whether it's American Idol or Cover Me Canada or America's Got Talent, READ THE RULES ... all of them!
The X Factor - What Is It And Do You Have It? (08 Jul 2011) What exactly is the "X factor?" You hear professionals in the entertainment industry referring to it. You hear artists alluding to it, but you rarely hear anyone defining "it." If you are an aspiring music artist or an entertainer, it's important that you know what "it" is because in the mind of the most seasoned and powerful industry professionals, having "it" is what determines if you are worth the investment of endless amounts of time and money.
