Best Rockit Vocal Studios Podcasts (2024)

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118: Do You Need A Voice Coach, Singing Teacher or Mentor? 14:25

3h ago14:25

14:25

What do you need at the current stage in your journey? What is the difference between a voice coach, a singing teacher, a mentor, an Artist Development Coach? I've passed through several of these roles as my career progressed and today I'm talking about what I consider to be the differences, and what may be best for your current situation. Having w…

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117: How To Be A Successful Singer 16:43

1d ago16:43

16:43

In this episode we look at how to be a singer! This is a BIG question, that starts with YOU, your goals, your drive and your connection to music and singing. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this episode is packed with tips, stories, and practical advice to help you along the way. Join me as we explore everything f…

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116: How To Sing or Speak With Confidence Part 2 18:34

6d ago18:34

18:34

Is it a fact or a fear? In this episode we continue to break down the incredible Moneyball quote and how the mindset can affect your performance. We look at the tools to discover whether performance anxiety is based on fact or fear, and what skills and mindset approaches you can use to counteract them and balance out your voice and performance so t…

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115: How To Sing or Speak with Confidence 14:05

8d ago14:05

14:05

This quote from Moneyball blew my mind, as it is SO true when it comes to the music business as well as in sports. For signed artists this one can really hit home, for anyone wanting more confidence in their voice whether it be for speaking or singing, this quote got me really fired up to share the first step in truly opening up to your genuine sou…

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114: How To Rock A Mic 14:43

11d ago14:43

14:43

In this episode we look at proper mic technique for a gig or speaking at a public event. There are a few very basic things that you can take into your own hands immediately that will give you confidence on stage, help you make friends with the sound crew and get your audience on side immediately! Follow these tips for a successful show or speech th…

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113: Breathing Challenge with Carrie Underwood Vocal 9:12

22d ago9:12

9:12

OK this is a fun one! Thank you Carrie for this epic vocal delivery and Thank you Wendell Mobley for writing such a beautiful song. Here's some breath work for you that you can immediately apply to a really challenging vocal part and also use it towards looking at flips and breaks that add a stunning quality and tone to any vocal delivery. Check it…

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112 Breath Work with Bill Withers 11:01

24d ago11:01

11:01

Have you tried my Bill Withers Breathing Challenge? Everyone loves this song, and just recently I noticed some EXTRAAAAA long notes at the end! So here are some breathing techniques and an immediately actionable way to put them to good use thanks to the amazing music, skills and talent of the late great Bill Withers. Let me know how you get on, and…

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111: What You Can Learn From Attending A Retreat 20:03

2M ago20:03

20:03

Join us on this episode as we look at why attending a songwriting and singing retreat can entirely change your trajectory as an artist. Whether you're an aspiring musician or a seasoned songwriter, attending a retreat offers an immersive experience like no other. We explore the invaluable lessons and transformative experiences that attendees gain f…

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110: Am I Enough as JUST A Singer 14:09

2M ago14:09

14:09

This comes up a LOT with clients I work with, and sadly more with females than males. For some reason there is a feeling that JUST being the singer isn't enough to cut it as a musician, and that it is necessary to be playing an instrument as well as the front person. Don't get me wrong, learning an instrument, understanding musicality and being abl…

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109 - The Law of Rock n Roll with Kurt Dahl AKA Lawyer Drummer 36:24

3M ago36:24

36:24

In today’s episode I’m joined by Kurt Dahl aka The Lawyer Drummer. We talk about the legal side of the business as well as learn about his experience in the industry as a successful musician. Whether you are just starting out, or have established your career in the world of music, this podcast episode has a ton of valuable information about what st…

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108 Fastest Vocal Warmup For All Singers 12:28

3M ago12:28

12:28

Sometimes I'm asked, is there a quick cheat for warming up, are there ways to get my voice ready quickly?? Well, because you should never skip a warm up, I wanted to make sure the impatient singers (LIKE ME! ) have something to use instead of skipping a warm up altogether! Welcome to 'The Fastest Vocal Warm Up Ever'! In this episode we get your voi…

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107. Training, Touring and Transforming Voices with World-Class Coach Mindy Pack 54:50

3M ago54:50

54:50

In this episode I'm joined by world-class voice coach Mindy Pack. In the latest episode of the Rock Your Voice Podcast, join me as I delve into the world of voice coaching with the exceptional Mindy Pack. As one of my personal favorite coaches, Mindy's expertise extends far beyond conventional training. With a roster of chart-topping artists under …

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106 Touring, Songwriting & Growth as A Band with The Prairie States 48:51

4M ago48:51

48:51

In this episode I'm joined by my amazing friends Mike Nash & Mat Cardinal of The Prairie States. The Prairie States was born out of a desire to put a fresh touch on a classic design. As eleven time Country Music Alberta Award recipients including the 2018 Rising Star, 2020 Songwriters of the Year, and 2023 Group/Duo Of The Year as well as recent no…

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105: The Art Of Songwriting With Bonnie Baker 1:01:32

4M ago1:01:32

1:01:32

Today on the Rock Your Voice Podcast I’m joined by Grammy nominated, Nashville based songwriter, Bonnie Baker. Baker has songs with artists as diverse as Rachel Platten, Zella Day, Rascal Flatts, Hunter Hayes, Chely Wright, Reba, Brantley Gilbert, Sara Evans, Emerson Drive, Tenille Arts, Megan Davies and Raquel Cole. The top ﬁve titles from Baker’s…

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104: Voice Health Through Hydration - To Steam, Mist or Nebulize? 31:02

4M ago31:02

31:02

Today we continue a look into the world of voice health and performance. It's so important to keep your voice strong, confident and powerful, with the help of a regular vocal maintenance routine. In this episode, we have a fascinating interview with Aaron, the innovative creator behind the Vocal Mist Nebulizer. Join us as we explore the science beh…

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103: Living A Creative Life. Facing Fears and Embracing Growth as a Singer, with Jason Catron 54:17

5M ago54:17

54:17

In this episode I talk with the wonderful ⁠Jason Catron⁠, Vocal Coach, founder of The Vocal Lab Collective, and incredible performer with experience on stages worldwide from Vancouver to the Vatican. We talk about the learning journey as a singer and / or a voice coach, and how building your network is key for growth as well as why it's so importan…

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102: Simple Vocal Warm Up for All Singers. 27:11

5M ago27:11

27:11

In this episode, I revamp my most poplular episode on the podcast, Episode 35, the Easy And Effective Vocal Warm Up. For those who use the previous episode regularly, I felt it was time to mix it up a bit for you! You can also watch this episode on my Patreon page for free. This warm up includes gently waking up the voice, accessing different areas…

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101: Managing growth and being ready for opportunities with Robyn Ottolini 35:24

5M ago35:24

35:24

In this episode I'm joined by the amazingly talented, Canadian singer / songwriter, and platinum selling artist Robyn Ottolini. Robyn's writing is genuine, honest and raw and her journey in music has been very much an exciting rollercoaster that has lead her to where she is now. We talk about being prepared for exciting opportunities and honing you…

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A Singers Unique Journey - Episode 100 1:17:48

5M ago1:17:48

1:17:48

Welcome to The 100th Episode of the Rock Your Voice Podcast - A Singers Unique Journey. I decided that for this episode it would be really fun to invite some of my clients to share their vocal journeys and to talk very honestly about their experiences as they transitioned from students, to singers, songwriters and performers. The guests that joined…

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Episode 99: Are You Ready? Preparing For Your Opportunities in 2024 18:03

5M ago18:03

18:03

Join me in this episode as we unravel the secrets behind why being prepared is an absolute game-changer for singers. We'll dive deep into personal experiences and stories that highlight the pivotal role preparation plays in seizing those golden opportunities that can skyrocket your singing career. From mastering vocal techniques to cultivating a st…

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Episode 98 Maintaining Your Voice Health in 2024 12:37

6M ago12:37

12:37

In this episode I look at a few things that can drastically affect your voice health and help you to maintain a strong and consistent singing voice throughout the year. We look at a few factors such as: Location. Where you are and the environment you are in can definitely affect your instrument. Stress Levels. The voice is the first thing to show s…

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Episode 97 How to Sing O Holy Night 26:21

6M ago26:21

26:21

In this episode, you'll warm up your voice specifically to train towards hitting the big note in the Christmas classic O Holy Night. Singing Christmas songs can be notoriously challenging! They are often written with lots of key changes and fast paced melodies and lyrics, so be patient when working on these types of pieces! in this episode, I'll wa…

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Episode 96: Meghan Patrick on Surviving and Overcoming Her Experience with Domestic Violence. 48:39

8M ago48:39

48:39

In this episode I’m joined by Meghan Patrick. The Canadian born, Nashville resident is a Juno and CCMAwinning singer & songwriter, who’s latest release is a song that prompted us to have a deep and meaningful conversation unlike any other I’ve had on the podcast. Her song, ‘The Boy Who Cried Drunk’ is a very personal journey through Meghan’s experi…

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Episode 95: The Journey as An Artist with Noah Derksen 31:49

8M ago31:49

31:49

I was recently introduced to Noah's music through the Sirius XM Top Of The Country Competition, and although his vibe is a little more Americana / folk, I'm so thrilled he was part of that and I got to see him perform and in turn meet him for the podcast. In this conversation Noah shares his unique views on the challenges we face as an artist comin…

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Episode 94: Songwriting, Touring & Rocking Country Music with Dan Davidson 24:52

8M ago24:52

24:52

In this episode I'm joined by the wonderful Dan Davidson. With 7 CCMA nominations, 10 ACMA awards, a platinum record, a number 1 selling Canadian song and record, top 20 charting numbers and hundreds of performances – it's easy to forget that he is still independent. This episode has a ton of motivation if you are an emerging artist or a beginner w…

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Episode 93: Aaron Goodvin 29:47

9M ago29:47

29:47

In this Episode I'm joined by Alberta born, Nashville based artist Aaron Goodvin. Some of his highlights include: Over 80 million total streams 2 x #1 singles in Canada with “Boy Like Me” and “You Are” 6 Top 10 singles in Canada Aaron is double-Platinum certified with his smash hit “Lonely Drum” He is an 11-time CCMA nominee and the 2018 CCMA Winne…

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Episode 92: The SiriusXM Top Of The Country Competition 11:56

9M ago11:56

11:56

In this episode I am thrilled to be joined by Hailey Benedict, this years winner of the SiriusXM Top of The Country competition. We have a quick chat about the experience, her vocal routines and how she keeps her instrument in check as well as what's next for this rising Canadian country music star! Thank you Hailey and to the entire team at the CC…

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3 Things You MUST do if you are in a Choir or a Band 10:26

10M ago10:26

10:26

If you sing in a choir, here are 3 things that are SO important to maintain voice health, build strength and stamina for long singing sessions. This also definitely applies if you are in a band that rehearses regularly for long periods of time.Here are the links to the vocal warm ups and cool downs I mention in the audio. Easy & Effective Warm Up: …

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90: Breath work for Performance Anxiety & Relaxation 16:03

10M ago16:03

16:03

Do not drive while listening to this episode! Be sure that you are in a relaxed environment where you can stay still and focus only on your breath. If you feel dizzy or in any way unwell while doing these, stop immediately. In this episode we look at breathing techniques singers can use to relax your body as well as your mind and voice. We look at …

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5 Mistakes Singers Make - Part 5: Relying Entirely on The Internet 14:02

10M ago14:02

14:02

My goal as a voice coach is to make sure that everyone who enjoys singing, has a healthy technique, a confident mindset and the understanding of how to get the best from your instrument. There are so many amazing learning opportunities online, but sometimes it's really important to make sure you are singing correctly and in a healthy way that will …

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5 Mistakes Singers Make -Part 4: Overthinking 13:06

10M ago13:06

13:06

Overthinking while singing can negatively impact your performance in several ways. Here's why you shouldn't overthink when singing: Loss of Authenticity: Singing is an expressive art form that requires a certain level of emotional connection to the lyrics and the melody. Overthinking can lead to a loss of authenticity as you become more focused on …

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5 Mistakes Singers Make Part 3: Ignoring Your Genuine Voice 7:41

11M ago7:41

7:41

The third tip can be a tough one to take on board as often we don't realize we are even doing this. Here's a metaphor for you... When you take an amazing photo and share on instagram and it needs no filter, one of the main things people like to point out is that there is NO FILTER! #nofilter This also applies to your voice. I t's really common for …

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5 Mistakes Singers Make Part 2: Practice Makes Permanent 11:09

11M ago11:09

11:09

As singers we fight a daily battle with our mind! We arealways trying to do our best and work towards being better singers. This gets tricky when we start to improve and our voices getstronger. This messes with your head because you no longer have to work as hardas you used to as singing becomes easier. Like learning anything, you’ll improve as you…

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5 Mistakes Singers Make Part 1 11:13

11M ago11:13

11:13

Part one of this series looks at the first mistake singers of all levels make. With the best of intentions and a strong desire to sing songs well, we often neglect taking the time to build a relationship with our instrument aka voice and go straight to controlling and correcting it instead of letting it flow freely and how it is meant to be used. W…

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Episode 84: What I learned from Grammy winners and number one hit song writers 26:48

11M ago26:48

26:48

What A Weekend! I've just returned from the 97 South Song Sessions, where a group of Rockit clients joined me in Penticton British Columbia for a Rockit Roadtrip! In this episode I talk about the event as well as my biggest take aways from the Song To Stage workshop where we learned from 18x CCMA music publisher of the year and 4x Grammy winningmus…

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Episode 83: Is Singing A Natural Talent - Nature Vs Nurture 29:25

1y ago29:25

29:25

This is a question I'm asked all the time, is singing something you are born with, do people just have 'it', is singing a natural gift. The opposite is worrying that you 'don't' have it, and not pursuing something you enjoy. In this episode I talk about how anyone can learn to sing, and my theory that young singers perceived to have the It Factor a…

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Weekly Vocal Workout -Episode 27: Vocal Warm Up For Singers Of All Levels 23:49

1y ago23:49

23:49

Hi There! Welcome to the weekly vocal workout! This episode is going to be available as a free trial for a short time. If you enjoyed the content and want more weekly training sessions, feel free to subscribe and get a new training session every week! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rock-your-voice-podcast/subscribe Next week we will be doi…

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Episode 82: The 97 South Song Sessions with Robert Ott 23:26

1y ago23:26

23:26

In this episode I'm joined by Robert Ott, the founder of the 5th Annual 97 South Song Sessions presented by Stingray, and music industry professional, (See episode 62 for my conversation with him about music publishing and his incredible career in the music industry) We talk about the guests who will be performing at this years event, including wri…

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Episode 81: Tips for Becoming a Confident Singer 22:09

1+ y ago22:09

22:09

Singing is a brain sport! So many singers have performance anxiety or lack confidence in their voices. No matter what level of singer you are here are some tips to help you build your confidence whether you are just building the confidence to take a voice lesson or preparing for a large scale tour. In this episode we look at various ways to reframe…

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Episode 80: How To Sing - Singing For Beginners Masterclass. 44:30

1+ y ago44:30

44:30

If you are just starting your vocal journey and want to learn more about singing and your voice, this episode is FOR YOU! PLUS if you have been singing for a while, but you are looking for some new techniques and approaches to get the best from your instrument, this is also going to help you a ton! Join me for this training where I talk about how t…

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Episode 79: How To Sing One Sweet Day Mariah and Boyz II Men 24:54

1+ y ago24:54

24:54

DISCLAIMER! I cannot sing like Mariah! Only Mimi can sing like Mimi so please be kind, but I wanted to share some of the techniques that are used in this song that may help you get the best vocal delivery if you enjoy singing this song! I also just recorded a warm up specifically for it over on the Weekly Vocal Workout if you are interested in subs…

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Episode 78: How To Sing How Far I'll Go 25:09

1+ y ago25:09

25:09

Musical Theatre Fun Time! In this episode I break down how to sing the song How Far I'll Go from Moana! Be sure to warm up before this one, there is some heavy lifting. If you want, you can join the weekly vocal workout, where I JUST recorded a warm up specifically for this song! Don't push or strain your voice, this song can sound really big, and …

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Episode 77: Singing When Sick 18:29

1+ y ago18:29

18:29

99% of the time I'll tell you NOT TO SING IF YOU ARE SICK! But this episode is for the rare occasions, (explained in the audio) when you may need to GENTLY work or rehab your voice. In this episode I use the Singing Straw. You can purchase them here, use the code Rockit10 for a discount. You don't need the specific straws to do these exercises, alt…

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How To Sing "That Song From Dawsons Creek"! 19:22

1+ y ago19:22

19:22

Skip through to the 5 minute mark if you don't want to hear my ode and tribute to Paula Cole, whom I consider to be one of the greatest voices on earth! Also skip this entirely if you can't handle me attempting to sing like her! hahah! But there really are some fun techniques in this song that are worth noting and enjoying! So have a listen and see…

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Episode 75: Pre-Fun Warm Up & Work Out 27:40

1+ y ago27:40

27:40

In this episode I run through a warm up and a bit of a vocal work out to prep your voice for either performing, rehearsing, jamming or writing. This afternoon I'm working on some songs for a performance as well as finishing off some songs I'm writing, so I want my instrument to be able to really dig in and have fun with the songs. I used the singin…

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Episode 74: Singers & Smoking 38:22

1+ y ago38:22

38:22

This is NOT a lecture! As a previous smoker myself I understand the challenge of quitting. In this episode I go deep into my relationship with cigarettes and alcohol, the affects they both have on your voice and how to manage your voice as a smoker and what to expect if you are able to quit. I include some vocal therapy exercises to use when you qu…

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Episode 73: Co-writing, Singing and Fire Alarms with Teigen Gayse 24:19

1+ y ago24:19

24:19

A BIG thank you to Teigen Gayse for joining me on this episode! We dig deep into co-writing in Nashville, overcoming imposter syndrome when writing with big name artists as well as how she manifested her manager! Poor Teigen had the alarms being tested in her building at the exact time we hit record, so there are a few beeps here and there but it's…

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Episode 72: How To Sing "Feels Like Home" by Chantal Kreviazuk 15:35

2y ago15:35

15:35

Yesterday a client and I decided that Dawsons Creek should be a musical genre! We worked on the song "Feels Like Home" By Chantal Kreviazuk which is featured in the show and the first of many DC vocal breakdowns that I plan on sharing here! In this episode I look at how to warm up to sing the song, ways to build the higher notes and really relax yo…

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Bonnie And The Jets - The Story Behind Wait To Cry 26:03

2y ago26:03

26:03

This story truly highlights the magic of music and how it connects people! How a song that is over 50 years old, was revived to be part of something that literally connected generations from across the world. It all started with a facebook message asking if I was Eddie Hardin's daughter! And I really wasn't sure what it could be about! But thankful…

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Episode 70: Bridge Work and Managing A Vocal Break 31:28

2y ago31:28

31:28

In this episode we look at managing your vocal break and how to strengthen your voice safely so that you have the option to choose different vocal approaches in that area of your range. Whether you chose to flip to a heady tone or stay connected in a full sounding voice, these exercises will help you strengthen the muscles required to eliminate pop…

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