From Singer To Artist

Expanding Your Vocal Range: Why Force Won’t Get You There

Many singers chase higher notes thinking they need to push harder—but real range growth doesn’t come from pressure. It comes from coordination, flexibility, and patience.
Expanding your range isn’t about singing louder or trying the same thing over and over. It’s about experimenting, adjusting, and giving your voice the chance to learn something new. Sometimes the breakthrough happens not when you try harder—but when you try differently.
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I just can’t hit that note,” consider this your permission to stop forcing—and start exploring.
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Studio Session: Polishing An Original Song with Doug Haag

Doug never set out to become a singer. He started on drums, picked up guitar to process emotions, and wrote songs just for himself—quietly, late at night, when no one could hear. But eventually, something shifted. It started to feel selfish not to share.
We explored how to release vocal tension, how tongue placement can subtly affect tone, and even making tweaks to the lyrics to make them more singable. Doug brought in an original song—one that’s deeply personal—and we focused on staying connected to the message, not just the notes.
It was a reminder that you don’t need perfection to move people. You just need to mean it.
📍Mentioned Resource: Follow Doug on Instagram @doughaagmusic
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How To Master (Or Reduce) Any Accent with Dialect Coach Will Van Moss

Have an accent you can’t seem to get rid of? Need to learn a new accent for a role you got cast in? Actor and dialect coach Will Van Moss shares how singers can approach accents with more confidence and a stronger sense of identity. We explore how rhythm, pitch, and the articulators affect the way we sound—and how language can shape emotion in the voice.
Will also breaks down why most performers freeze when working in a new dialect, and how to move past the pressure to “get it right.”
Whether you're working on a role, exploring vocal flexibility, or navigating multiple languages in your artistry, this conversation is full of insight.
📍Mentioned Resource: follow Will @willvanmoss and check out his website here https://www.willvanmoss.com/coaching
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The Vocal Cool Down Every Singer Needs And Why It Works

Most singers know that they are supposed to warm up before a gig, recording session or even practice. But many skip what comes after they’re done singing…
Vocal cool downs are one of the most overlooked habits in singing. They aren’t about expanding range or adding power—they’re about restoring balance, releasing tension, and helping your voice recover faster so it’s ready for tomorrow.
This 5-minute guided cool down walks you through simple exercises like SOVT slides, gentle sighs, and head voice resets. It’s designed to help you land softly after singing instead of crashing into vocal fatigue.
If your voice feels stiff, foggy, or slow to warm up the next day, this might be the tool you didn’t know you needed.
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Studio Session: Letting Go of Perfection & Making Art Anyway With Verne Fritz

Verne isn’t your typical musician. He doesn’t wait for perfect gear, a perfect plan, or perfect conditions—he just starts creating. In this episode, we talk about his experimental approach to music-making, how he learned to bend MIDI to his will, and why perfectionism is the enemy of progress.
He walked us through the process behind his ambient work, how he uses trial-and-error (instead of tutorials), and why art always comes before polish. Spoiler: it doesn’t matter if your setup is messy—what matters is that you’re doing the thing.
📍Mentioned Resource: @middleclassbassplayer
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How To Prepare For The Recording Studio With Sound Engineer Cam Melton

Recording music isn’t just about the gear—it’s about the space you create. Sound engineer Cam Melton shared how he helps singers feel grounded and confident in the studio.
From mic choice to mindset, we break down what actually matters when you hit record. You'll learn how to prep, what to ignore, and how to communicate without needing technical jargon. This one’s for anyone feeling nervous about getting in the booth.
📍Mentioned Resource: Follow Cam @cammeltonmusic and his studio @milkmanrecording
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Unlocking Vibrato: Why Forcing It Won’t Work

Vibrato gets overhyped, overcoached, and misunderstood. But here’s the thing… You don’t need to create vibrato—you need to release it.
This episode breaks down what vibrato actually is (and what it isn’t), why trying to “make it happen” never works, and how a little silliness might be your fastest shortcut to unlocking it. You’ll hear our favorite metaphors, the difference between natural and manufactured vibrato, and what to do if yours sounds wobbly, wide, or is nonexistent.
If you’ve ever asked, “Why don’t I have vibrato yet?” this one’s for you.
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Studio Sessions: Why Singing At 80% Should Be Your New 100% With Rachel Beasley

Rachel’s a trained singer with years of experience—but when it came to high notes, she was still working too hard. Her volume would creep from 30% to 90% before the chorus even hit, leaving her voice tired and out of room to grow.
We focused on lowering effort, reducing breath pressure, and unlocking her mix with targeted “puffer fish” and “Sisi” exercises. Once she stopped over-squeezing, her voice became clearer, mixier, yet still plenty powerful—even at 80% volume.
The big shift? Less tension, more airflow, and no “yelly” tone.
📍Mentioned Resource: follow Rachel @beasley_rachel
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Music & Medicine: The Importance Of Music For Our Health with Dr. Goyal

Music isn’t just a creative outlet—it’s a powerful tool for emotional regulation, mental health, and even brain development in children. Dr. Shreya Goyal shared how singing helps her stay grounded in a demanding career and why music is essential for processing emotion.
We covered the link between music and the brain, how creativity balances high-pressure professions, and why artistic expression can make people better caregivers, communicators, and leaders.
Shreya is also a student at VoxTape Studios, so we ended the session with a quick vocal coaching session focused on tongue tension and mix voice clarity.
📍Mentioned Resource: Follow Shreya @shreyaplaya to see her covers!
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What Singing With Support Actually Means

Contemporary singing shouldn’t constantly feel like a full-body workout—and if it does, you’re probably overdoing it. In this episode, we’re breaking down the real difference between support, control, and squeezing. You’ll learn why your diaphragm isn’t involved, and how smart engagement (not force) unlocks real vocal freedom. There’s also an air hockey table analogy you’ll never forget—because great singing is more about glide than grunt. If you’ve been working hard but still feel stuck, this is where things start to make sense.
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