Extreme & Melodic Vocals

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: They asked for my feedback after the first mix.

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: With a solid decade of experience under my belt, I have honed my skills as a lead singer.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: Most of the time, I inquire about the flexibility for potential changes or if the project should strictly adhere to the initial plan.

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: I would suggest focusing on clear communication. It's crucial to effectively convey your expectations and project requirements to the singer, ensuring they understand your vision. Additionally, providing reference tracks or demos can be incredibly valuable. By sharing examples of the desired sound and style, you can give the session singer a better understanding of your preferences and help them deliver vocals that align with your vision. These steps, coupled with open and respectful communication throughout the project, will help establish a positive working relationship and ensure that the final result meets your expectations.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: In my role as a session singer, my work process involves meticulous preparation, where I immerse myself in the song, grasping its essence and desired emotional delivery. Before recording, I prioritize warming up my vocals, ensuring they are primed for a stellar performance. Multiple takes are recorded, allowing for a range of options and ensuring the capture of the most captivating vocal delivery. Post-recording, I employ editing and processing techniques to refine the vocals, addressing any minor imperfections while enhancing the overall sound quality. Finally, the polished vocals are delivered to the client, tailored to their specific project needs. It's important to note that each project may have unique requirements, shaping the workflow accordingly.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: What I enjoy the most about my job is the multiple facets that I can embody. It's a bit like being an actress, but with my voice as the instrument of expression.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: One of the biggest misconceptions about what I do is that people believe distorted vocals are all the same and inherently unhealthy. However, the truth is that there are distinct and specific techniques involved, which require a great deal of effort and practice to master and control.

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: Laptop, sound card, microphone, headphones, and speakers

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: I would be thrilled to collaborate with either Armin van Buuren or David Guetta, as it would offer a refreshing departure from the heavy metal genre. With my very melodic singing style, I am confident that my vocals would blend seamlessly with their music, resulting in an exciting and harmonious collaboration.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Stay focused and persist until the task is completed, knowing when to stop and celebrate your accomplishment.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: My favorite gear, hands down, is the WA-87 microphone. Its exceptional quality and performance bring my vocal recordings to a whole new level of excellence.

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: My last single with my Melodic Death Metal Band Flame or Redemption

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: not yet

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: both depending of the project

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: As a session singer, I offer my clients the assurance of professionalism, versatility, and a wide vocal range, both of which depend on the specific requirements of the project. I am dedicated to interpreting their music with meticulous attention to detail, capturing the intended emotions and depth. Collaboration is paramount to me, as I actively contribute ideas and work closely with clients and fellow musicians, adapting to the unique needs of each project. Open and clear communication is maintained throughout, ensuring a seamless and successful collaboration.

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Currently, I am immersed in the process of crafting German and French interpretations of an existing English song. Additionally, I have already completed the translation of the lyrics into French and skillfully synchronized them with the melody.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: I showcase a diverse range of vocal techniques, seamlessly transitioning between bone-chilling growls, spine-tingling screams, heavenly clean vocals, and captivating operatic melodies. My performances are known for their electrifying energy and the mesmerizing blend of growls and clean singing that I bring to my music. My style embodies a powerful and dynamic expression, combining the intensity and aggression of Heavy Metal with the beauty and finesse of classical opera. My ability to masterfully incorporate these contrasting elements sets me apart and creates a captivating musical experience for my audience.

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: While my specialization lies in Melodic Metal and various genres of rock music, I also have a profound appreciation for musicals and other music genres where strong vocals take center stage and create breathtaking sounds.

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: my vocal range

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: My unique style adds a symphonic dimension to the music, providing an immersive and captivating musical experience.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: I draw strong inspiration from symphonic metal (Nightwish, Within Temptation) and specialize in delivering melodic singing with elements of distorted vocals.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: My primary work for clients involves writing and recording vocals from scratch, encompassing the creation of original vocal lines and the recording of existing ones. In addition to writing lyrics, I craft compelling compositions that blend the power of metal with the beauty of melodies.