Join us as we dive into VAHTANG’s cover of “Human” to find creative approaches to vocal distortion. What can VAHTANG’s beatboxing, throat singing, and false cord techniques teach us about pushing the limits of rock and metal singing? From exploring rhythmic textures to developing powerful low screams safely, join Chris Fox and me as we discover how to build distortion that’s flexible, authentic, and unforgettable.

In this episode:

• Discover VAHTANG’s beatbox cover of “Human” and his creative ways to use vocal distortion, grit, and screams
• Understand why great distortion starts with relaxation, not brute force
• Learn how to use false cord placement to shape rhythmic textures in vocals
• See the shared techniques between beatboxers and extreme vocalists
• Unlock brutal low tones safely with demon speech
• How jaw opening, crying, and yawning create relaxed distortion
• Develop vocal flexibility to access both high-intensity grit and deep lows
• Blend fry, false cord, and open resonance to create unique vocals
• How to build powerful low screams without hurting your voice
• Apply throat singing concepts to extreme vocals and metal styles

VAHTANG - Human (Beatbox Cover): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCnXohPhkUk

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What do you do when your singing voice gives out mid-set? Why does your vocal endurance fail, even when you feel ready? Whether you constantly lose your voice mid-performance or force yourself to keep singing no matter how exhausted your voice is, dive into what really causes vocal fatigue on stage—and how to fix it. From mastering subtle resets to balancing distortion and clean vocals, join me as we uncover practical ways to build vocal resilience, sing with power, and deliver every performance with control and longevity.

In this episode:

• Learn why you lose your singing voice during a performance—and how to stop it from happening
• Why endurance issues usually point to poor training, not just poor singing
• The difference between shaping for belt and distortion vs. pushing for it
• How yawning and sighing can reset your voice on stage
• How crying prepares your voice for the hard parts
• Why rehearsing your setlist like a real show preps your voice too
• Discover how small vocal cues (like “hey” or a soulful “mmm”) can lock in your voice placement
• Learn to balance distortion and clean singing to avoid vocal fatigue
• How to keep distortion powerful without pushing
• Why over-articulation creates intensity better than pushing
• Why consistency, awareness, and shaping—not brute force—create lasting impact

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What does it take to recover your singing voice and come back stronger? How can you rebuild vocal strength after illness, overuse, or fatigue? Whether you’ve dealt with Covid, laryngitis, or the common cold, join me as we explore targeted strategies that restore vocal health, rebuild control, and reconnect you with your voice—safely, consistently, and with lasting impact.

In this episode:

• Learn to rebuild your voice after illness, overuse, or vocal fatigue
• The vital difference between singing and training
• Why proper vocal recovery requires specific coordination and muscle memory
• How to massage and reset the vocal cords
• The benefits of straw sirens and cry phonation for healing and stretching the voice
• How to balance breath control and compression
• Discover how yawning can promote relaxation and vocal fold connection
• Recover without straining your voice using light, whimper-based octaves
• Learn to stabilize your mix and reduce flipping through cry coordination
• Develop compression safely with proper humming (tracking) SOVT
• Build back your full voice gradually by aligning with your current limits
• Why consistency, patience, and the right feedback are essential to recover fully

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