Friday, August 30, 2013

3 Things To Consider When Looking For The Best Vocals

By Delroy Wilkins


Hip hop beats and lyrical entertainment are two things that make hip hop the genre of choice in today's generation. However, making a break into this music genre is challenging given the population of beat producers and rap talent but this doesn't mean there's no opening because there always is. If you've got that beat that can make people groove, be sure to find the right partner who can spit charming rap lines to the rhythm of your hip hop beats. Here are some questions that can help you out in your search for an MC and in dealing with one.

Where should you look for vocal talent? Look both locally and abroad. Many kids discover their penchant for rhyming at an early age and by the time that they grow up, they are already spitting rhymes without effort. You can find these silver-tongued rhyme smiths locally by advertising for general lyrical talent. Be sure to keep make the ad attractive so that you will get great candidates for the post. However, if you are not successful in your local search, you can use the web. You don't have to see the person that you are working with to make sure that the vocals are great. With VOIP software, you can join the recording session from a remote location and online rappers can even have access to their own recording equipment.

Matching the voice to the beat should be your goal when searching for the right vocalist. Some of the things to keep in mind include the tone of voice, the sound quality and flow of the lyrics. With regards to lyrics, consider the content as well as entertainment feature. Audition different vocalists and remember that each rapper will have a unique rhythm when singing along to specific beats.

What should the vocal talent offer?ccA great hip hop track will have awesome beats. However, without the right vocal talent, the beat won't be enough to convince an audience to listen to your track. When looking for vocal talent, you should strive to find a serious person. Don't work with time wasters and ensure that the vocal talent knows the terms of the contract. Have a written agreement and ensure that the vocalist knows what is expected of them as well as what you have to offer. If you think that the lyricist can make changes to improve the track, don't be afraid to point them out. Go for more than one take even of you believe that the vocalist made the first take perfectly. You should also be prepared to deal with egos clashing during recording.

The equipment needed. The main equipment your vocalist will need is a mic and pop shield. Other complex equipment can be purchased later especially if you are starting out. Find an affordable mic since the quality of the vocals outweighs the need for high end mics as far as getting the best vocals for your track is concerned. The pop shield is another tool you will need to acquire. For lyricists, voice projection is important and a voice shield helps them improve their vocal quality. There are affordable pop shields. You can also create your own pop shield by stretching a cloth over a coat hanger or TV ariel. Setting up the mic and pop shield involves determining the perfect distance between them. You can use headphones and listen to your voice when you speak into the mic.




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