How to Sing Like Benjamin Burnley. Breaking Benjamin (Lower, Longer Screams, Articulate Cleans)
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- Опубликовано: 3 авг 2020
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Breaking Benjamin's "Do It All" frontman Benjamin Burnley is a fun vocalist to dig into... Style wise. One the one hand, he's a fantastic study in contrasts: Displaying a fantastic range with lots of dynamic control. He has a forward, brighter and aggressive 'clean voice' coupled with almost 'growl-like' screams. Yet he pulls it all together impeccably well both in the studio and with his band members/background vocalists live on stage. He's a perfect example of a vocalist, who's also a fantastic producer and vocal arranger.
Join me as I break down Burnley's singing and screaming in great detail using several studio excerpts from some of the best Breaking Benjamin songs! (Oh and there's a surprise, newer example in there too that's NOT from Breaking Benjamin!) 
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Benjamin is a powerhouse. Somehow he's widely appreciated and at the same time still underrated. People know he's a great singer, but they don't realise just how great he really is.
I agree
The band that started everything for me. My first song was I will not bow. I will forever remember this band in my heart
Well Ben suffers from some weird condition which affects his vocalchord when he sings, thus affects his singing performance. Most fans let alone other people don't know that so they judge is poor performance when he is suffering from that condition.
The genre he sings/play in doesn't help either to the major public.
Shame indeed.
@@Bloodark124 he has chronic pain, he described it as being hit by a baseball bat constantly
He is really good. He's always been one of my favorites to listen to
Man, last time I practiced the "NO!" scream in Diary of Jane, I got the cops called on me.
That's hilarious!
Never again! Never again! 🤣
HAHAHA
AHAAHAHAH MEEE
Still waiting for this to happen to me 😂 I usually practice in a less populated part of the Walmart parking lot
I had a pleasure to talk to him about how he learned to scream - he said he just having fun with his vocals while driving and came up with some stuff that felt comfortable and cool
That’s really dope😂
Perfect!!!
Your car is the best "safe place" to experiment while you're getting comfortable with your voice
Gotta sing in the car
Funny thing is that’s the same way I started getting into it.
Chris: He's got a lot going on...
Ben: DO YOU LIKE THAT?
I’m very ashamed to say it took me forever to realize that that was a line from diary of Jane 😅😂😅
Chris: *of course NOOOOOOOO!!!*
*NOOOOOOO!*
I think one of my favorite things about Ben is his ability to switch between aggressive and smooth vocals so fluidly. I use his songs to get a feel for the switches all the time.
I agree
Chris: "he's got a lot going on"
Ben: "I do?"
right! doesn't think probably as much about things... sings from the gut and heart!
Ben's growls are insane
agreed
@@chrisliepe Ben are underrated vocalist, but he suffer for the laug infection and alcool abuse in the past...
I specifically like "Red Cold River" when he screams "Run!" in a way that I've never heard anyone else does.
I believe that is Aaron, the bassist, whom is doing that screaming.
@@jrw247emt you are correct. Ben has Aaron doing the screams nowadays. Pretty sure he strained his cords or damaged them.
@@jrw247emt I don't know this band that much but this scream sounds layered so probably they did it both.
@Ethan, yes, Ben screams sometimes but his voice has changed. Probably did damage his cords. He let out a few little screams when I saw then in concert last summer. They still sound great though!
@@pyramidhead7780s yes, I imagine the studio recording is layered. I just know Ben is not able to scream like he used to.
I would like to see a professional explaining Wayne Static's singing, it's very peculiar
No Way! Come on here while listening to Static-X to ask the same thing! I'm so thrilled please do this Chris!
YES!!
Yesss
EVIL DISCO! ⚡
Yes
FINALLY!!! There's a how to guide for every other singer but Ben, and in my opinion he is the greatest rock singer of all time and he deserves a How To!
You missed one of Ben's most important tones that he uses like at the end of 'So Cold' when he repeats "It's alright."
That ones easy though you basically kinda half breathe in while singing it
Basically lower your Larynx and kind of get that opera sound but don’t lower to much to wear it feels uncomfortable then kind of position your in the way your mind thinks of his sound.
I saw BB at a live acoustic set in Connecticut a few years ago and Ben is just as good live as on the record. Love that guy
I remember going to a Breaking Benjamin acoustic show in Anaheim, CA. Burnley started talking to the people about how he took singing lessons as a kid and he'd do this funny vocal noise as for practice. It was quite funny.
Together with Adam Gontier my favourite vocalists. Gonna go through these videos multiple times for sure! Your approach really gets to me and I can finally project a "break" scream and "false chord/compression?" one. Makes my singing much more versatile and fun. Tbh I've been doing ktva for the past few months but will definetly dive deep into your courses as well (wish I discovered your channel sooner)! Great work
So glad the approach is resonating with you!
Hey, I've been having a look at KTVA aswell. Can you recommend it? Does it help more than the free stuff provided by awesome people like Chris here?
I'm really interested and would greatly appreciate any advice :D
Actually, you know what? Chris has put out such amazing content, that guy deserves support. Ima go ahead and buy his course instead :p
@@ikaros110 Thanks for your support! Here's a direct link if you want to check out my courses further: www.mymusicalvoice.com/p/discover-your-voice/
Your explanation of the Benjamin's voice is so spot on cause the man has such an effortless way of going from screaming to softer tones! By far, my favorite rock singer of the modern era and love Breaking Benjamin's stuff. Thank you for doing this video because this is stuff that is often overlooked for being too intense for people. You have such command of the vocals that it is super impressive! Love when you get into the more higher pitch parts of their songs and show you own spin on the vocals! Never stop making these videos!
Thanks for the great comment! So glad you're enjoying the videos!
Benjamin Burnley: **sings**
Chris Liepe: What's that sound? It's so loud. I'm heading for a breakdown.
hey i get it 😂
I want a how to sing like Chris Liepe episode! Lol
You've got an excellent set of pipes, and huge understanding of how to use them, obviously! Great work man!
Thanks so much! :)
I second that!
As a teenager this guy inspired me to get started making music. Not the biggest name in the game but certainly a huge inspiration to his fans. Thanks for the video
Awesome!!
The fact all these lessons are free and available to anyone is a real testament to Chris - I've learnt more from these than years of aimless vocal practice!
Thanks so much!
Chris: "DO YOU LIKE THAT?" Down-voters: "no."
ha!
I laughed!
i was always practice screaming when im driving lol
Me too :) ... As long as I'm in the car alone haha... doesn't go over so well when the kids and wife are int he car :)
good idea. 💡
I love how much time you dedicate to breaking it down to be understood, and making yourself sound silly on the way to finding the way its done makes me feel more comfortable doing the same. Thank you Chris!
I just found your videos and lessons this morning, and I wanted to let you know that between the two, just today, I've managed to not only find my voice and let it out like I never could before, it's been a huge boost to my confidence and in just a few hours I feel like I've managed to do what I couldn't in almost 20 years of trying and struggling. Thank you so much for what you do, please keep it rolling!
8:50 *when your mom forgets to put the cosmic brownie in your lunchbox before school*
🤣🤣
Everyone writing funny comments in here!
Lol
Have been so waiting for this. Master Liepe explaining the mighty Breaking Benjamin to us mortals
I just found your videos and I have been really comfortable singing harsh vocals/screams/growls. I felt really confident doing chevelle, breaking benjamin, a day to remember, etc...but man you have really helped me zone in on all the small nuances these vocalists add! Thank you so much
I've seen them a few times and his screams are just as hardcore as they are on the CDs. I haven't heard anybody that can really recreate his screams like he does them
OMG thank you. My favorite band of all time!
I'd love to watch you analyze Dustin Bates from Starset
Dustin uses two different mics. Ones more electronic in changing the sound of his voice. Hes uses it in concert for the more aggressive parts of his music.
YES DUDE
DThompson T probably just the vocoder but idk, I saw them live, either way his voice is still just his voice regardless of the mic.
he puts some high pass filter and distortion to it i believe
I really enjoy his acoustic versions, so maybe throw one or two of those in there
As usual the best singing content on youtube, hands down. I was looking forward to learn from Ben's singing style since he's one of my favorite artists along with Adam Gontier, thank you so much for making a video about him too!
The thing that I love of BB is that they mix melodic,beautiful chorus ,and growls in their music..in their past and present music
I just want to say thank you. Your explanation videos for screaming and powerful singing have made me able to create my own music with proper technique. Keep it up!
This was a very welcome surprise, I can't wait to watch it! I try to sing a lot of their songs! Thanks so much!
Oooooh I love this, I remember loving this band so much when I was like 12-15 and looking back they’re still really good
Love how detailed you dove into specific aspects of his voice, this was really well done Chris, one of your best
Thanks so much!
Breaking Benjamin is one of my favs. Have you heard Michael Barns sing though (from the band Red)? His voice is probably the best I’ve ever heard.
Love Red.
He's amazing, one of the best out there
I think they did a song together, and yes, he is a great singer
@@mickmay630 yes the aurora version of failure
Michael's screams are legendary, and his voice is so beautiful with his cleans
Benjamin is my songwriting role model and my gosh, seeing this video makes me appreciate his art even more ❤❤ Thank you so much for making this video
The dropping larynx thing is the best exercise i’ve ever did for my voice range wise, you’re awesome dude, keep at it!
How about Chris Motionless from Motionless in White?
It'll be sick!
Similar to Ben Burnley actually. Chris was heavily inspired by him
OOOOH THATS WOUKD BE FUCKING AWESEOME
They're from neighboring cities in Pennsylvania and they are actually really good friends
@@triad5766 I can see that.
YES! YES! I've waited for this forever😩😩I've always tried understanding his technique and his placement
Ben Burnley: "You take the breath right out of ME" fuckin angelic
Your explanation is so perfect. Ben Burnley is one of my favorite vocalists out there.thanks for doing this. I am your fan from Sri Lanka 💗
Chris, you’ve helped me discover for the first time how to add grit and compression the right way! Really appreciating these videos. I would love to see a Courtney LaPlante (Spiritbox) video! Keep up the good content!
Thanks for the video. Breaking Benjamin is my favourite Band and Ben has such an amazing voice. It really helped me understanding his techniques. And it's very honest of you to say, 'I didn't practice this a lot so it's maybe not perfect'. But I think even the low ones sounded great. Thanks, still the best voice teaching videos on RUclips.
Thank you!!
This was amazing. Your descriptions of throat changes are very easy to understand. Also my favorite singer.
The time has come, guys. Thank you so much, Chris!
You should analyze Pete loeffler from Chevelle, which Benjamin gets inspiration from and he uses techniques sort of similar to chino from deaftones and uses heavily aggressive vocals along with light whisper like singing and it would be interesting how you would analyze his singing.., Love the videos!
Pete has one of my favorite voices in rock.
Chevelle is sick, I saw them with breaking Benjamin in charlotte
This really helps with my mix, this is exactly how I practice
Nice lesson! I been screaming for years. It took a lonnng time to get good at it. For anyone getting into it make sure to keep your throat warm! Water is great and strangely eating Chinese buffet is the sacred strat LOL Good luck to other vocalists out there!
Genuinely think you're the best screaming/singing educational channel on youtube, Chris. Even me, someone who very seldom sings live at all, have learnt so much from your videos, man. I think it'd be interesting if you could make a video on Matt Heafy, comparing and contrasting his approach to singing and screaming. I feel, considering his vocal injury, there's a lot to unfold and analyse.
His the best in my opinion!! The only other vocalist that was on his level was Chester.
They're both amazing but there's honestly far better vocalists out there.
Chance Coffey “Far” better? That’s the opinion of the person listening. You probably don’t listen to death metal (me either lol), but their audience would argue that they are top tier vocalists. I actually think Ben Burley is one of the greatest singers I have ever heard in my life. Amazing voice man. Wow.
@@LotsOfLancelot I do listen to death metal actually. Damn near daily, but either way there's just plenty vocalists with better screams easily, and some with an all around crazy ass ability with their cleans.
I love BB, top 5 bands of all time but that doesn't change my mind
Chance Coffey Hey, fair enough man. I respect that. I think it’s just a difference of opinion here lol. Your range of music seems wide as hell by the way. I like all sorts of music, but I don’t know I could ever do death metal. Never gave it a chance though.
Oh yeah, BB is my favorite band of all time. Should let y’all know that.
@@LotsOfLancelot yea it's all opinion based. Which is good. If we all agreed music would be shit.
There is something just about all metal. Don't count out genres until you give them a try. You may find something you like!
Benjamin Burnley is easily my favorite singer and hero. I’ve been a fan of breaking Benjamin since I was a kid and obviously that started after hearing blow me away in halo 2. Another thing I love about Ben’s voice is that I think he sounds even better with clean vocals which is why I love a few of their older acoustic versions. Thanks for making this vid I’m trying to get into singing more rock and your vids definitely help. I’m really trying to take it slow so I don’t mess up an dry out my voice.
really really love these series! it really shows how different voices react to different techniques and reminds us to be ourselves instead of trying to copy the original artist. I get that it would be a lot of work for you, but I would actually love to see you do the whole song in your rendition using the techniques in the video. this to further emphasize that difference of voice but with the same technique and complete the picture for us of how that would sound.
Being pretty analytical myself i find hearing different people or different recordings of the same song can give a lot of insight of how to achieve certain sounds and feelings!
This is an AMAZING clinic on this. Seeing him get it dialed in, we've all had those eureka moments
This is priceless 😳😳😳
YESSS. THANK YOU SO MUCH. Haha, I was one of the ones that commented for this.
Hyped to watch this on my lunch break.
I loved that you used a line from "Blood" as example in this video. Its one of the newer and less known songs of their's. You did some good research!!
Love Ben's beautiful voice ❤️ Breaking Benjamin rocks!
Finaly someone makes a great explanasion how to sing like Ben! Love how you do it!
Im a big fan of BB and love their music, but It's first when you try making vocal covers you finds out how hard it is to sing BBs songs that sounds so easy when just listening to them.
Greetings from Sweden! Keep up the great job and do your thing!
Thank you so much!
I've never been able to scream before and you got me started in less than 15 minutes. Great stuff!
Ben has been my favorite singer for over a decade honestly, he's all over the place and isn't afraid to try just about any type of vocals while maintaining a distinctly Ben Burnley sound
This is what I’ve been waiting for! I am not afraid to experiment anything. Diary of Jane is one of my favorites. However, I have noticed that my vocals would be very distorted while doing the song. I seriously need some control and that’s why I just enrolled in your Master Plan to learn how to get more aggressive yet sing with clarity.
That was phenomenal! Thank you, I've learned so much!
The inclusion of the Iris cover was such a nice surprise! Awesome video - can't wait for the next one.
How did I not find this channel before?! Thank you for doing these
I literally don't have a clue when it comes to music but this video [and your channel] is fascinating!
So glad you enjoy it!
YES! Thank you for taking our requests!
Of course!
Ben is such an underrated singer he is so fucking good he will always be my favorite vocalist of all time
Fantastic videos man. Love the freedom you have with your voice. Ben and Adam have always been my favorite vocalists. Would love to see an Ivan Moody video one day!
You my friend have earned a sub. This was great!
Honestly best free video I've ever seen. Any other vocal coach youtuber would've given about 3 minutes of this video and then made you pay for the rest on Patreon
Thanks for watching and commenting!! I'm glad you got a lot out of it!
Nice work! Stuff like this really insightful
I am a great admirer of this singer and this band
Oh man seeing him live was a treat and a half, I love Benjamin and learning to sing like him is something I will DEFINITELY set time aside for- I just kind of wish that this mans here used a song like Crawl, that's a good example of their screaming variations- So's Unknown Soldier and Evil Angel imo
Bro... I've never seen any of your videos before, but I'll be watching more! I've been a musician all my life. Started on drums at age 5, vocals at age 13, and guitar a couple years later at age 15. I've been a solo performer for 25 years or so now. So believe me when I say, I've heard a lot of other people and vocal coaches talk about how the voice works and how to make it better. I have NEVER heard anybody articulate the things you talk about and show in this video so well. Dude, you definitely know your shit. Bravo! Amazing video! 🤘🏻
Ben Burnley to me is easily one of the top 5 best male vocalists I've ever heard. I love covering his tunes! His range, diversity, and control are UNPARALLELED! He is to male vocalists what Lzzy Hale is to female vocalists... The first I think of when asked who is the best. Great job uncovering their secrets of controlled power, compression, and screaming technique! Especially how to find the sweet spot where the voice cracks on its way through the transition from chest up to head... 👍🏻
Can't wait to check out more of your content! ✌🏻
- Maven Jamz
Thanks man for the great comment! Welcome to the channel!! :)
I don't think most people know how educational this lesson is
Great video as always! Ben is one of my favorite rock singers. I would recommend for a next video Pete Loeffler from Chevelle, his voice is very expressive and breathy, and as you say, he explores a lot the voice break. A very interesting voice.
When you're doing gutterals like those in songs like diary of jane, I think it's actually important to lay off of vocal cracking. While you can find rough and gravely vocals, those are clean. They rely more on compression and tongue placement.
I'm not a professional singer nor even a practicing one but I've kept it as a hobby for what seems like my whole life. I've always liked the emotion and expression music gives us but I'm not a fan of being the center of attention and super shy so I never have tried to take it anywhere but trying to teach other people is a whole other level. I have a lot of respect for that.
How does this not have more views? This was really knowledgeable.
Thank you!!
My favourite band.
When singing/screaming, actually pronunciate the words is as important as support or proyection. Many singers (myself included) struggle with diction problems because of the tension. Spend a little time in your pronuntiation, guys.
YES
Hey Chris, I’d think you would enjoy how to pick apart Phil Bozeman’s screams and cleans he does during whitechapel. Absolutely insane talent behind those gutterals.
This was extremely helpful! Your voice is spectacular. Thanks a lot
You’re welcome!
Love breaking Benjamin so glad you made this vid
Great video. Benjamin is a friend and that’s pretty spot on brother. Nice job!
Hey man!!
Thanks for making this video I've always wanted to sing like him great video
Idk as much as I love BB and Ben's vocals even since the beginning of the band he's never been able to hit the high notes live that you hear on the album's. The biggest most noticable thing he does live is when he hits high notes and I mean every time he PULLS AWAY FROM THE MIC AND FALLS SHORT. EVERY SINGLE TIME. OR HE LETS THE CROWD SING IT LOL. Simple as that. The studio has done wonders for him
Agreed
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Welcome to modern music. Production does wonders for everyone
If you watch live, clean performances he can hit the notes. I’m no professional, but I imagine that doing shows back to back like he does greatly affects his range even after the first show. I’ve heard interviews of singers saying they get too into it and blow out their vocal cords because of the crowds energy.
Dude this is the best video I've seen on screaming!
Nice :)
Ben's voice saved me so I
Its exciting to hear his voice broken down, also a Matt Walst breakdown!
I always picture the original artists watching these videos and being like, "bruh I just sang it and dassit lol."
I'd love to see a video on Michael Barnes of Red. He is super talented a and is definitely one of my favorite vocalists. Or you could do Dustin Bates of Starset.
LOVE Michael Barnes!
My two favorite vocalists are Michael Barnes and Adam Gontier (I loved your video about him!), so I’d love to see you do a video on Michael too!
I would love to see and hear you sing and explain breaking Benjamin's without you acoustic version! I love singing that song. Its really hard! there's a lot different tones and he's singing through the entire song without really stopping! Incredible 😉
"Do you like that?"
37 people : Noooooooooo
PLEASE do one of these on Shaun Morgan of Seether 😫🙏🏼💯
Love breaking benjamin! Love his voice
I found your channel today and I’m so glad I did!!! I wonder how it would be to sound like Devin Townsend, his voice is insane!
Welcome to the channel! Here's one I did on Devin: ruclips.net/video/rGrnCLPYYXw/видео.html
Please consider making an episode about Chad Gray of Mudvayne & Hellyeah. His false cord screams and distorted singing sound so unique.
Yessss!! Locking myself in my room and barricading the door to watch this! I SHAN'T BE DISTURBED
In every song till album "dark before dawn" all Vocals are from Burnley. For example diary of Jane.
I'm a girl but I can try because I love breaking benjamin