Since the end of May, I have been working my vocals with a group of dudes who are part of the heavy metal band, Drastic Fall. I've been studying
Melissa Cross'
Zen of Screaming DVDs and practicing my vocal warm-ups before every practice. In a little over a month now, I have a few techniques down and I continue to work on screaming that doesn't penetrate my throat too much. Along with screaming, I sing some opera, play the harmonica, and sing my heart out as an alto and soprano. Pretty soon we will be adding some vocal EFX from the vx400, especially for songs like "Freakshow," and "Conundrum."
What is most exciting is we have two shows coming up this month! One is at Gasoline Alley on the 16th of July and the other at State Theatre, July 31st. I can honestly say that I am so glad that one of the people I was jamming with in the past flaked on me so I was determined enough to find a band that is ready to jam. (And no, Peter, I am not referring to you; Bitter Paradox lives on!)
