THREE Ways to Use Vocal Distortion & Compression. How to Sing Like Lzzy Hale. Halestorm.

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She's spot on, aggressive and super fun to listen to. Diving into Lizzy Hale's voice reveals lots of cool ways to use compression, mixed voice and several ways to place your vocal distortion.
Many singers rely mainly on one sound or method for grit and aggressive singing, but Lizzy artfully uses three different approaches! She seamlessly stitches them together with soaring and in-your-face melodies too.
Let's experiment and come up with some cool new sounds in our own voices!

[@04m6gto]

When I first heard "Freak Like Me", I also thought that the ridiculously high and distorted "me" was digitally altered to go that high........until I heard her do it live. It's real and astonishing.

[@unapologeticallylizzy]

Yep, I've heard it live too. Absolutely astounding. She is so talented and skilled/

[@ChristyThompson1221]

"It joins forces with the heavenly guitars." I love that Chris gets as excited about Lizzy's vocals as I do! Thank you for helping me understand what this rock Goddess is doing!

[@Shallalla]

I'm with you 100%!!!

[@itsmezed]

Give a listen to Halestorm's 'Takes My Life' sometime. They've only done it live, and there's a video from 2006 where Lzzy shows some batshit crazy range. The quality of her lower register(s) there is just as impressive as the scream near the end.

[@milaroosendaal3591]

I am in love with halestorm, and i cant stop listening to takes my life, i've heard this 2010 or 2011 live version and it's so good! she can go quite low and very high. Lzzy is an awesome singer.

[@intan9108]

thank you so much for this comment, it is now on repeat

[@BenFilley]

This woman is my siren. Her screams give me chills.

[@popurm]

Lizzy Hale's belts have a nice complimenting overtone with the distortion, almost making sound very spacious, plus the doubling with the audio production makes it very satisfying

[@ThePanSmartfon]

18:00 the fact that he says "sorta works" makes me shiver even more

[@chrisliepe]

haha

[@shaaddoowwss]

Didn't know her. What a great singer!

[@jacklynland3109]

Thank you so much for covering Lizzy Hale! I have been waiting for this for a long time!

[@nickolasvieira1510]

Ooooh, I like the new video editing!

[@chrisliepe]

Thanks for noticing!!! :) I do too :)

[@bazookallamaproductions5280]

little style thing she does is shes always singing "through her teeth" upper and lower lips raised. always sounds like shes about to bite you.

[@user-wk8cm7gd6y]

Chris, thank you for female vocals videos!!!

[@ginasottile9747]

I love the beautiful tones of hers

[@scottakam]

Thanks. Lzzy is awesome. Growl for days!

[@coleG112]

You mentioning baritone vs tenor felt like you were speaking directly to me Being a baritone has been the bane of my Tenor-Vocalist-Loving existence in the world of metal, rock, and pop punk.

[@corytrees3797]

learn mix and bring it to the mask. you'll get there. some of the better tenor voices that we enjoy are actual baritones that utilize a proper mix

[@coleG112]

@@corytrees3797 I’ve been working a lot on that! Alter Bridge and Spiritbox live performances have been helping a lot in figuring out tone and vocal placement without the confusion of the studio processing. I’m getting better even if just a little bit :)

[@andrew19vato]

I dont know who lizzy hale is!! well here we go lol

[@chrisliepe]

You're in for a treat!

[@MorticiaGravesyde]

Lzzy Hale, and Halestorm as a whole, sound SIGNIFICANTLY better in live performances than on their albums (and their albums are great). If you're interested in checking them out, I want to recommend this video (it's my favorite): kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3-xqY2Cbtt1nZY

[@KainzMusic]

Scary power in her voice!

[@jacklynland3109]

Please do Maria Brink!

[@angelazapata_official]

That would be amazing ! 🙌🏼

[@aceofhearts37]

I've had the pleasure of seeing them live. She's an absolute powerhouse. Very interesting video! If you're doing some female vocalists now, you gotta do Courtney LaPlante at some point.

[@Weloz92]

I hear a very primal, "apeish" quality to her screaming, while you're notoriously the master of the "dying cat" Cornell sound. :) It's funny how similar techniques can sound quite different depending on the singer!

[@chrisliepe]

Totally!

[@GypsyRock]

A lot of it also comes naturally when you really put your emotions into it as though it’s exactly what you’re feeling at that moment. It adds so much dimension and grit to the sound experience. A perfect example would be the famous MTV UNPLUGGED live performance of Vedder singing “Black”. whoooo. The last minute or two of that performance. You fully believe that he’s reliving that feeling and moment he wrote about. That’s good singing. Making the song your own by imaging going thru exactly what the lyrics suggest the writer felt when writing it. When you let go and surrender to the true emotion (anger/betrayal/heartache whatever ) it DEFINITELY translates and makes the performance and sound ten times better. And I find when I put myself there, a lot of the grit and distortion comes naturally because it’s a way of emphasizing a word or the emotion behind a phrase because we do it subconsciously when speaking about something that we feel strongly about Idk if this makes sense but it does to me. I’ve taken years of voice lessons but I’ve found that certain techniques come naturally when you submit to the EMOTIONAL EXPERIENCE behind the lyrics and make it personal. In other words -->Reliving it. Trying to convince the listener that “xyz” happened to me and dammit it hurt! I felt “xyz” because this person did that, and it left me feeling “blah blah” don’t u see/can’t u understand the hell I’m going thru?

[@Shallalla]

Oh. My. God. 🔥🤘🔥I cannot believe this has been in the world for almost two months and I am just now seeing it. THANK YOU, Chris!!! ✨This makes me SO happy. Lzzy is a goddess 🙏🏻 I thought I knew her voice quite well but you pointed out a ton of things I wasn't aware of. Awesome video. Now I need to watch it again 💚

[@alexanderkingsley5991]

Hi great video I learn alot from this series and I was wondering if you could do an in depth tutorial on justin bieber?

[@viktoriiapospelova2578]

This is the first video of yours im watching and i love it! You explain things in a way a person like me, who's not nearly a pro singer, can understand, and that's amazing! Thank you for taking your time and creating this "tutorial/lesson"! 🤘

[@AniNightElfin]

Hey, Chris! Thank you so much for paying attention to female singers! Could you please do a video for Courtney Love and Brody Dalle singing/techniques? ❤️❤️❤️

[@Dennden]

Rare love for Brody!!!

[@HannahsMusicAndNovels]

So cool that you did this video. Thank you! Halestorm has become my favorite rock band of all time with Lzzy being my favorite lead singer. Such huge inspiration there. 💖💖💖

[@CeLillyMusic]

yess I've been waiting for it 😍❤️

[@ianwelburn7514]

Give you what you want yeah is all one live. One of the most unique and diverse vocalists out there. Any song just becomes better with a little Lzzy - I found Halestorm via the feat. Lzzy Hale songs. Just had to tack down whose pipes they were..

[@GabiBrooks]

Yessss! Was waiting for this!

[@ron_gerson]

She’s fantastic! Good call Chris!

[@CaioViniciusMaciel21]

You're amazing, Chris. You just show us all the work and love the artists put on their songs. Your work is amazing! Keep it up!

[@stephcaldow5719]

Omg hell yes!! Been waiting for this one. 🤟🏻🔥

[@rawandxyz]

Lizzy is a legend! Great exploration of her voice, thanks for making this Chris!

[@BettyTheRaccoon]

Thank you for this 💜

[@jamiegunn]

Another great video! Amazing what you can do with some compression and distortion.

[@abrahamvillarreal4004]

I absolutely love your videos Chris. You've helped me tremendously, still got a long way to go but I'm glad it's you the one to guide me through

[@jaredjohnson5976]

Love and appreciate the way you teach 💯

[@evasanchezsaez8685]

Thanks for analyzing female voices!!! I'm so happy!!!

[@bellasoda]

Great video, this is why I follow your channel! Great explanations on gritty singing!

[@martineoppliger7819]

Thank you so much for this breakdown! I've actually been trying to sing some of her songs lately and been having trouble with the different levels of distortion.

[@F.W.E]

Hey been watching these for quite a while and have grown exponentially because of your work im not sure if im just oblivious to its existence but id love to see your take on the vocalist from Volbeat especially with something like their Maybellene I Hofteholder is very opraich and elvis like absaloute diamond in the rough. Thank You For Your Excellent Work

[@fakefluorescent4526]

Hey Chris! I Would love you to do a Amy Lee vocal analysis. I think that you are the only vocal coach on YT who can actually give a feedback to her emotional voice

[@constantteraquette7432]

Sup

[@CeLillyMusic]

the new short intro is awesome!

[@ivanleriasanchez6035]

Great video! Another one about Michael Poulsen (Volbeat) or Simon Neil (Biffy Clyro) style would be great!

[@natedude95]

Just found your channel and wanted to thank you for all of the amazing videos!

[@chrisliepe]

Welcome to the channel!

[@118bone]

Probably the best female singer in rock. Thanks for the video!

[@debstein8685]

Wow. I actually sing scream rock...not quite like Lizzy of course, but really enjoyed this education. SO much to think about, feel like I would be behind the 8 ball with this even with training. Then again....gonna check out your free course. Thanks!

[@marioCazares]

Didn't know who this was but her voice is super cool! Thanks for sharing!

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

Thanks Chris

[@Silkroadgermany2]

Really great you follow this awesome suggestion 😌👌

[@kelvinsalomonsklingenfuss5650]

Thank you very much Chris!!! Enjoyed a lot watching this video!! Even though I didn't know Halestorm that much, your excitement when breaking down some of the lines is priceless and really shows you're a big fan hahaha, that's awesome! I'll be definitely checking them out! :D I just love the vibe and how spontaneous your channel is, even though the content is amazingly polished. Thank you for that!

[@sciexp]

Thanks for this video. Very lnterestlng too, the blues comment. Thanks.

[@musicnotlyric]

you kinda sound like chris cornell in 3:35 lolll

[@theslomobroandmore2335]

id love to see you do brody dalle of the distillers sometime, shes one of my favorite female singers, also ryann donnelly of schoolyard heroes is a favorite as well

[@zedix6906]

Could you do a video like this one but about kaleo's singer?

[@s0347801]

Such a good vid! Again! Non-stop goodness from you sir. And the high notes! Please do one on Buddy Guy or someone at the lowest & most soulful end of the spectrum next! ;)

[@MishiaEatingUnicorn]

Yesss! Great analysis, thanks so much. Can you talk more about the false cord squeeze? It’s not the same technique as the vocal break grit right?

[@chrisliepe]

Yeah! Check out any of my Chris Cornell videos for more info on that. AND my videos on compression and mixed voice!

[@b0bbo_music]

Awesome, I didn't know I wanted this one so much until I got the notification. Would you consider doing a video on Hayley Williams? I think there would be a good contrast to study between older Paramore stuff and her new solo music. Thanks for making awesome videos!

[@danieller.r.m.1853]

Yes!!! Thank you so much for this! Looking forward to hearing you analyze more female vocalists! Also really appreciated the break down of how to get that deeper growl without going full Cookie Monster 😂 seriously super helpful, thank you!

[@elijahlopez4487]

Ah yes, finally a way to describe how I sound trying to figure out and feel higher notes...sometimes 👀 (Dying lamb) haha Awesome as always! I really enjoyed this one, Chris!

[@euginchristo4396]

Chris! Chris! You gotta do a how to sing like Julian Casablanca from The Strokes!!!

[@tiagorods.]

Daniel Johns from Silverchair next, please Chris!! He's so underrated.

[@ittay123]

Hey, please do PJ Harvey! She is so unique

[@chelseacristoffor]

Yesssssss!

[@Indriyal]

Hey Chris I have a suggestion for you for another female singer ! What about Tatiana Shmayluk from Jinjer ? She’s such a great screamer and often sounds like a male !

[@brunavasconcelos8069]

Great vídeo man! Nice. Can you make a video like this about David Draiman of Disturbed, pls? I love his voice and vocal technics in Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For cover, Sound of Silence cover and Inside The Fire 👊🏽

[@emanuelmusicrecords5192]

Great Video, I'd love a video about "finding back" into singing. Like when you practiced a lot, and then had exams, stress etc. so you havent found the time for a month or two and you want to go back into it. Cause sometimes it feels like you have to learn everything from the start. Is there a way to go back quicker?

[@KEPSAGAMER]

Yet another great one. You should check out Jesse Rutherford though.

[@CellarStudioProductions]

Yessss! *happy noises

[@bslsk.o]

Do a vocal breakdown on Einar Solberg. 🙏 He does a lot of flipping in his singing. Would love to listen to an analysis on that.

[@chrisliepe]

On the channel already! Search the "in the style of" playlist for all sorts of goodness :)

[@terrinpeterson9899]

Hey Chris, I was wondering if you'd be willing to look into Shawn James and demonstrate his singing style? If not I understand your busy schedule of course with all of these videos, thank you. Keep jammin' 😁🤘

[@stebolian]

the singer out of the baby animals ( Aussie 90s band ) has an similar timbre

[@rhiannonrachell5608]

I often use her songs as well as Pete Loeffler's (Chevelle) songs as inspiration for what I want for my voice. The expression they use is what I aim for. However, that is easier said than done. 🤣

[@Vintal]

Being a fan of this Series for a while now. I would LOVE something like this for how Howard Jones (former Killswitch Engage, now Light the Torch) sings and screams. I can't find anyone who explains it and I would love to learn how he does it. If you could do a series on this I would be very grateful :D

[@carlosshedden2210]

Great Tips as Always. One Question: How to practice low pitches grid resistance? After one sound I'm exhausted, but no pain.

[@chrisliepe]

You need to hone in on your AIRFLOW first. You might be ready for this: www.mymusicalvoice.com/p/the-aggressive-vocalist-s-master-plan-of-attack/

[@untoages]

You might enjoy some tracks by Silent Planet. Their vocalist does a bit of spoken word and goes in and out of speaking/screaming in most of their songs. It's pretty interesting 🤙

[@ginasottile9747]

@Lzzy Hale is it arejay singing that tv part? Or is that you as well on the recording

[@GabiBrooks]

Chris, could you do Jens Kidman next, please?

[@lilym1421]

Hay chris how u doin? I was hoping if u could do another vid on Dimash singing ogni pietra/olympico or daybreak bastau. Thatd be great. Lovin ur pro tutorial vids so much. Learnin so much watchin them. Tnx in advance. Have a nice day.

[@chrisliepe]

Ya, I think that would be a great idea!

[@lilym1421]

@@chrisliepe Awesome here are the links Daybreak m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJy9hX2ggdR3bJY Olimpico m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpyUcnuDrdZgZsk

[@legendarypace6597]

Can you do a sing like shaun morgan from seether

[@jacobnewcomb6004]

I got a question. Bob Seger next please?

[@LolaBethmusic]

I need private lessons cus I can't do this

[@patriciopomies]

10:57 "Keanu reeves WHOA meme"

[@PunkOffice1]

How are you distorting at E5? I can't bring my false chords together at that note. Highest I can do is D5.

[@juanchopolo131]

I am indeed a freak like you

[@bombestbomb149]

Hey Chris, as someone that just discovered you recently, can you recommend a video where you explain the "false cord squeeze" you say you talked about?

[@chrisliepe]

Welcome to the channel! My style of chris Cornell video covers it. Lots of my mixed voice videos talk about it too

[@chrisliepe]

Welcome to the channel! My style of chris Cornell video covers it. Lots of my mixed voice videos talk about it too

[@bombestbomb149]

@@chrisliepe Thanks! I'll watch that next. I signed up for the Discover your voice course a couple weeks ago too, but this came up suggested by youtube, and I ❤️ Lzzy. 😀

[@chrisliepe]

@@bombestbomb149 ohhh! We talk about the squeeze in the going deeper challenges starting in week 3. We also go waaay deep in my aggressive vocal course with the many ways to engage the false cords!

[@lttymoonmusic]

c'est LZZY pas LIZZY ;)

[@lucuswaytashek6071]

Do Dani filth next!!!

[@fortressdude1]

Not a female singer, but I would love to see a "sing like Chad Gray".

[@jamiemoore1351]

I have a question. I was watching another Lzzy voice analysis video and the guy had a student show the techniques. He drew attention to her open throat. As I watched I noticed that the head position was a huge part of that while also realizing I do the same thing. Regardless of the style of singing I use my resonance comes from that open throat. And my head going up and back is a huge part of that. But lately I’m noticing pain in the back of my neck at the base of my skull. This has never happened before. I know I’m doing something wrong but I can’t pin point what I’m doing wrong. How do I prevent that pain.

[@SimoneVolpin]

Is It difficult trying to "replicate" a female voice?

[@chrisliepe]

I cover this "issue" in the video... I show you how to learn from a different voice type!

[@popurm]

I sometimes use pushing poop 💩 as an analogy and technique to one type of vocal compression.

[@chrisliepe]

haha YES!

[@beehype46and2]

Comment for da algorithm Streak count: 42

[@nokhod1776]

Any songs from Chris Liepe?

[@chrisliepe]

Search my name on Spotify and Soundcloud :) ...AND check out the "covers" playlist on this channel!

[@nooneinparticular9868]

Chris can we talk? I'm looking to massively improve my vox.

[@chrisliepe]

Yes! Best place to start is by joining my free course linked in the video info

[@georgetsoyloykidis3792]

Next Taylor momsen from the pretty reckless

[@Larcona_]

You uh, you misspelled her name.

[@chrisliepe]

Good Catch!

[@Dahjonruby]

What song is 8:35

[@milaroosendaal3591]

It's called I miss the missery by Halestorm afcourse. It's such a badass song i love it!

[@stevengrantofthegiftshop1549]

Next: How to sing like FAOUZIA

[@anabellalopez.]

Everyone says it shouldn’t hurt but…. If add the false cords, isn’t going to hurt a bit? At the beginning until I get used? Sorry my English 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@chrisliepe]

As you're dialing it in, it might hurt a bit because you're trying to get the placement, but once you learn the balances, it won't hurt at all. I can help you further if you'd like. Check out this link: www.mymusicalvoice.com/p/the-aggressive-vocalist-s-master-plan-of-attack/

[@anabellalopez.]

@@chrisliepe thank you!!!!

[@anabellalopez.]

@@chrisliepe is the course like videos recorded or a face to face?

[@chrisliepe]

@@anabellalopez. the course I linked you to is recorded videos. If you are interested in face-to-face, this course would be what you are looking for: www.mymusicalvoice.com/p/sing-together-365-experience

[@anabellalopez.]

@@chrisliepe excellent…. I’m in Argentina. Is there any way to use western union to pay the course?

[@unapologeticallylizzy]

This is a little difficult for new viewers. There were quite a few techniques you mentioned that you seemed to assume people would know how to do having seen your other videos, but this was the first one of yours I've seen so I'm a little lost.

[@chrisliepe]

Right... I totally get that! I can't possibly get to the basics on every video... That's why I've created playlists of different techniques on my channel and I've created a free voice course linked in the video description that will help you better work with the content you see here!

[@unapologeticallylizzy]

@chrisliepe Oh that's really cool, thank you! I'll check those out.

[@chrisliepe]

@@unapologeticallylizzy You're very welcome! Hope you enjoy!

[@chelseacristoffor]

Oh man, what is "the vomit thing"??

[@chrisliepe]

Check out my video on Gerard Way :)