PRO VOCAL LAYERING SECRETS

There's a formula to vocal layering. Find out how to layer vocals like the pros and give your mixes the depth and progression you want.

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[jessebout]

Would love to see a video on the actual process of recording those doubles and harmonies. How many layers, panning tips, how much to tune them, etc.

[carriesolomonmusic]

This was a super helpful breakdown, thank you! I was wondering about doubling on verses; most people just say double your vocals and don’t say where or whether that’s all the way through or what😂. My confusion has been cured🙏

[totallykoolyeah]

Great content as always
Vocal doubling was a key component in nevermind's sound. Cobain gave in when butch vig told him the Beatles did it
Ears love it

[JoeyFTL]

5:26 that's interesting, the example that immediately jumped into my head was the song Translating the Name by Saosin (found on the EP of the same name). That song is a masterpiece specifically because it does some of those things. Anthony Green is a master of creating interest and keeping the listener engaged by creating parts that never return and even having multiple lead vocals simultaneously during certain sections. Translating the Name has two completely different verses yet the build of the song feels so organic.

[roee]

I stopped in 3 minutes to respond to you that you explain in your videos in the best way possible. The fact that you analyze the song together with us is simply amazing. I totally subscribed to your channel!

[omnikev]

Your Channel is by far one of the best here on YT. Your explanations are clear as your Mixes ;-) i really appreciate that!

[DuesGibGolfandLife]

since watching your videos in the last week im listening to music so much differently now and this video will make that even more

[zorbitalz]

I feel like I have learned so much from you. Thank you for all the amazing and incredibly informative videos!

[KS-ldzs]

One of the things I think Jordan hints at but doesn't directly say, but which is lost on a LOT of people in heavier genres, is that these days Rock and Metal ARE Pop music. Exceptions to be made, obviously, but a lot of the song writing, arrangement, production, and mixing tips that work in pop also work in rock and metal. Once you recognize that, some barriers get lifted that block better song writing. I think a lot of counter-culture in rock and metal is uncomfortable with that idea, but it's there nonetheless.

[sdeestar]

Your Presentation is really good, easy to follow, and makes learning easy!

[pentleyholmes]

Love the way you're jamming along to this.

[TECTONICSMASH]

Pretty cool that you mixed some of Silverstein's albums. It was one of my favorite bands growing up!

[SouhailEntertainment]

00:00:00 - Introduction and Example Song: "Roar" by Katy Perry

00:01:10 - Pre-Chorus Analysis

00:02:04 - First Chorus Analysis

00:02:54 - Verse Two Analysis

00:03:31 - Second Chorus Analysis

00:04:29 - Third Chorus Analysis and Summary of Vocal Layering Formula

00:05:28 - Common Mistakes by Amateur Producers

00:06:00 - Example Song: "Still Into You" by Paramore

00:06:34 - Pre-Chorus and First Chorus Analysis

00:07:24 - Verse Two Analysis

00:07:52 - Second Chorus Analysis

00:08:32 - Third Chorus Analysis

00:09:10 - Melody Changes and Vocal Flavor in the Last Chorus

00:10:02 - Summary and Application of the Formula

00:10:54 - Personal Production Example with Silverstein Song

00:12:20 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

00:12:49 - Additional Tips on Vocal Tonal Quality

[anthonydahl]

Thanks! It really clarified some questions and doubts I had about layering vocals and vocal arrangement. Like, should I have doubles on all vocals? Should I harmonize everywhere? I also noticed that the doubles have to be really perfect with the main track so you barely notice it. I was asking myself how far I should go in editing those doubles. Guess close to perfection is the answer. 😉Amazing video. Thanks for sharing that knowledge !

[palovibes]

Cool analysis and good tips. I love exploring layering. There are no mistakes in music, except in species counter point and you were living in the baroque and classical periods trying to compose secular music. If it sounds good, vibe with it. Break the mold!

[nooneinparticular]

I hear this all over the Burst & Bloom record you did. Which is amazing by the way

[ferienambalkon]

I think dropping the harmonies on the first line of the last chorus of the Paramore song is the best example of clever vocal production here: it cleverly simulates the "stripped down" chorus before the final chorus to make that final chorus hit even bigger, which is a common arrangement technique, but also overused af. Streamlining these vocals into one unisono line for a moment has the same effect, but feels fresh and enticing

[siddcandy]

As a recording vocalist I so appreciate this vid. Cheers, man, keep up the excellent work!!!👍👍👍

[DopeDoo]

Can you do an video mixing a full song? From stratch?

In love with your work, thanks!

[jewelthompson]

Plently of songs change the melody in the 2nd verse. Thanks for this analysis.