All Things Vocal Podcast

Mat Kearney went from skater kid/soccer playing/free-style rapper to multi-platinum selling pop artist with over 2.5 billion streams. One of my earliest vocal students, Mat took his voice and his messages seriously, and has become one of the best live performers out there. Listen in and be inspired to dig in deep to your own creative expression.

Find Mat at https://matkearney.com/

Find out how I can help you with YOUR voice at https://judyrodman.com/. While you're there, download my free 9-page report on vocal health!

I also invite you to join me for discussions about all things vocal at the Facebook page for this podcast.

How high or low should your larynx be when you sing? Get my nuanced answer to this controversial topic that can help you sound great without straining your voice. 

Links mentioned:

• Lisa Popiel 
• Molly Webb article
• AnatomyZone video of larynx
• Power Path & Performance vocal training courses
• Judy Rodman vocal lessons

Find me at www.JudyRodman.com. Join us for deeper discussions in the All Things Vocal Facebook Group.

In my interview with Doug Smith you'll learn how this gifted music maker working with R&B icons including Millie Jackson, Nikka Costa and Prince quit it all one night. Called to the ministry, he traded the limelight to be a flashlight working with the homeless, planting gardens in 'food deserts', and working 'the night shift' to help rescue and change lives.  And he's back with music, too! Now Doug (aka 'Truth') and fellow former Voltage Brother Paul Scott (aka 'Pjaye') write, produce and perform as 'Mercy Club'.  They let me include a little snippet for you!

Doug's Links:

• Grace Community Mission Ministries: https://www.gcmmispeople.com/
• Youtube ‘MercyClubVevo' - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX55Jtl5fx4d5HBvxQlkYlw
• Mercy Club website -  https://mercyclub.org/home   (Purchase a song and as you are led, please include your donation to support the incredible good work they're doing!) 

Find me at www.JudyRodman.com. 

Join us for deeper discussions in the All Things Vocal Facebook Group.

Salem Jones suggests a fresh, radical look at the job of an artist on the deepest and most valuable levels. Salem is one of the best female rock vocalists on the planet, and graciously allows me to share her thoughts on this podcast. Short, sweet, and utterly profound. 

• Find Salem and her band https://www.patreon.com/onesoulthrust 
• Salem & One Soul Thrust's new video 'The Fight For Love' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tq7S-sbooLc 
• Find our previous full interview episode here https://blog.judyrodman.com/2022/01/interview-with-salem-jones-empress-of.html?m=0 
• Join us on the All Things Vocal Facebook group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/721787782354743 

Want to hear stories of a Nashville-based producer from Trinidad who has worked with the likes of Take 6, Whitney Houston, and CeCe Winans just to name a few? Listen in to my chat with 8 time Dove, Grammy-nominated and Juno award-winning producer Roger Ryan.

Find Roger...

• at his website https://www.rogerryan.net/
• and Instagram https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-ryan-6603233/

Want to chat with me? Connect at...

• https://judyrodman.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/721787782354743

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Does your speaking voice ever get tired? Is the sound of your voice weak, harsh, thin, muddy, monotone or otherwise difficult to listen to? Does your mind focus like a flashlight beam (aka NOT focused!) when you talk? You may be making some of the mistakes this episode covers. Listen as I give you the audio of lesson #2 in my new course 'Speaking Voice Technique'.  If you're interested, you can find all 13 lessons at www.SpeakingVoiceTechnique.com. 

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Wonder what your voice is worth? To help you find out, I take you through a small study of Van Gogh's shoes, and other worthless pieces of art.  Join me!

After listening, I'd love to hear your thoughts and stories. Join us for some wonderful discussions in the Facebook page for this group - 'All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast'.

As always, you can find me and my products and services at www.judyrodman.com. 

One very effective type of vocal exercise is imitating character voices. In this episode, I demonstrate some of these crazy exercises and explain the why and how behind the training so you can try them, too!

Links mentioned:

• The article 'Are you a good mimic?'
• Victoria DeAnda article on mimicing vs imitating
• The video on 'Voice Breakdown' 
• All Things Vocal Blog & Podcast Group

For more or to contact me, go to www.JudyRodman.com 

What do Gladys Knight, Dolly Parton, the Oak Ridge Boys and Big Bird have in common? They've benefited from the musical genius of Ron Oates, my interview guest on this episode! Listen to some stories from a veteran pianist/arranger/producer/composer/hitmaker who understands voices and how to get absolute magic in the recording studio.  Find Ron at his website (at the moment being re-done) www.RonOates.com . Find a partial list of his credits at his All Music page. 

Join us and discuss this and other episodes at the podcast's Facebook page: All Things Vocal Blog and Podcast.

Losing your voice from vocal performance is NOT necessary IF you prepare yourself and your voice for the performance you need to do. Here's the cautionary tale about how I DIDN'T prepare for a vocal marathon, trashed my voice and what I did to get it back in time to finish the marathon strong! Listen for tips to avoid losing your own voice from overuse. 

BONUS: I mention a new vocal recovery exercise that I will be teaching in a free workshop to be held Tuesday, June 14th, 2022. Contact me and I'll send you the link! (Yes, there will be a replay if you can't attend.)