Professional session singer specialising in lead and/or backing vocal stacks (harmonies, doubles, etc.) for demos or commercial release.
Hey, I’m Duriel — a singer, arranger and performer born and raised in Birmingham, England.
Over the years, I’ve toured internationally, worked with award-winning choirs and musical theatre productions, and recorded vocals for everything from TV appearances to EPs and major events.
I work remotely from my home studio to provide professional quality toplines, vocals and backing harmonies. I work with artists, producers, DJ’s and labels all over the world, in a range of genres.
I have sang for a variety of different clients, including:
- Dance/EDM producers & artists
- RnB/Pop & Gospel artists
- Dj’s looking for custom hooks for their sets
- Jingles for film, television & streaming services
I can sing lead and/or backing vocal stacks - (harmonies, doubles, etc.) for demos or commercial release.
You will receive:
- Clean, high quality dry stems in HQ WAV format (ready to drop into your DAW session)
- 1 round of revisions included
- Quick turnaround and pro-level studio sound
Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Credits
Languages
- English
Interview with Duriel Daley
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Working out the different arrangements and harmony parts that work well and compliment the song. Then finally, hearing it all come together at the end.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Laptop, sound card, headphones, microphone and a MIDI keyboard. (I’m definitely not a keyboard player but I can rustle up a quick beat if I get bored lol)
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: A mix of old school soul, smooth R&B but can take you to church with the big gospel choir-like vocals.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: JP Cooper & James Morrison. They both have great and unique tones. That mix of soul but definitely hearing the influence of gospel music also.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: I think it’s always good to double up and send more than 1 take, maybe a different variation of the chorus for example. This way, the artist is able to choose their favourite one.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: I have quite a wide range so I’m able to sing and layer all vocal parts myself. The soprano, alto & tenor.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Once I receive the track, I usually listen to it a couple times. Not coming up with any ideas but just to get a vibe of the song. I then break it down by sections and put it on loop to see what ideas come to mind.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work from a Apple Mac computer with Logic Pro X software, a sE220a microphone & Focusrite Scarlett 8i6 sound card.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Artists who take great care in arranging harmonises like Luther Vandross, Donald Lawrence and Kirk Franklin. I could name so many but I would be here all day!
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I either help producers with lead vocals on their tracks or I help enhance an artists’ song with layered background vocals.
