This dance/disco tune is a favorite within the GLBT community. It's now on itunes, by recording artist Johnnie Newkirk Jr. 

Singing......it's one of the most powerful means of human communication. It is wonderful to listen to- it can take us away from our worries and concerns. It inspires. Opening up our mouths to do the singing can be even more powerful. It can be so much fun!! We can release things that we have inside of us that we may not be able to get out any other way. What a blessing to have it in our lives!! 



Some people would believe that singing is reserved for only those…

Let's clear up a few things, why don't we. The speaking and singing voices are not two separate instruments!! We do not possess two sets of true vocal folds with one controlling talking and the other singing. The vocal folds, or cords, function to form speech AND sung sounds. They are one!! Singing differs from speech in that pitches are created over a wider range of notes and tones are held out for a longer duration. 



Because speaking and singing come form the…

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I hope you all enjoy my new music Video as Much as I enjoyed making it.

Dante’ is a premier LGBT artist out of South Jersey. “Dante‘s Inferno” is the first official release from this triple threat artist. Dante’ sings, raps and writes effortlessly! This project will reveal that he is a talented and dedicated artist. Emotion, hard-work and thought were put into every melody, lyric and bar. The mission is to conquer the barriers that have been set on the music industry, by offering something unexpected to the masses. Allowing people to determine what is hot and…

There is still alot of debate in vocal teaching circles concerning the healthiness of belting. Even finding a consistent definition is tricky. It's a sound that is often identified with Broadway or gospel singing. It is a big, loud, powerful sound that can be quite stirring. The potential problem with pure belting is that the chest voice range is pushed higher than is optimal, which can make a singer hyperfunctional. In my opinion, it is better to develop a strong…

A common problem for vocalists is the rising of the larynx, or voice box, which houses the vocal cords. For the most part, your larynx should not move up much when singing higher. The vocal folds stretch and thin to create higher notes and that's most efficiently done if the larynx stays more neutral or slightly lowered for classical singing. When it rises, the lifter muscles responsible for moving it for swallowing purposes are engaged. This is not very efficient…

My series of articles on vocal technique continues with tips on dealing with unwanted muscular interference of the tongue. 

As I previously mentioned, the tongue is often a source of unwanted tensions for singers. It is important to be aware of the engagement of the hyoid or digastric muscles at the base of the tongue, near the chin. Just the awareness of their activity helps in loosening their grip. Place both thumbs under your chin and sing an ascending passage. If you feel…

Vibrato has both artistic and technical importance in singing. It is a means of tension relief in the larynx and, when even, is a sign of balance in the tone production. It also adds to the warmth and richness of the sound, yielding emotional impact. Some styles require it consistently, others more sparingly, and still others barely use it at all. It is important in the singing of trills and fast embellishments (think Beyonce or Stevie Wonder or fine classical singing). Regardless of…

It pretty much goes without saying that practicing is essential to mastery of any endeavor. Anyone who is serious about his singing recognizes this fact. It goes with the territory. What I see as a problem is that students often just don't know HOW to practice efficiently. They blindly jump in without a game plan that will allow them to optimize their practice room time. Well, not to worry- that's why I'm writing this little entry. Here are some helpful guidelines to make your hard…

BEND DAT AZZ OVER-GET YOU WET-RIDING AND SMOKING-YOU FAKE(rick ross diss)-TRAP HARDER-THE PAROLE BOARD,ND MORE.....

We will be announcing the release date for our record entitled Love! Love! Love! on Valentine's Day. Cytoblast Records will be offering a free download of the title track for one day only on Valentine's Day as well. There will be a link for the free download in Toledo City Paper very soon, so stay tuned!

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In the world of singing, there remains to this day much confusion on the topic of breathing. There is disagreement among teachers and directors as to the most efficient way to control it. The diaphragm is given much more credit than it properly deserves. Too many singers learn to push as much air as possible to achieve a powerful sound needed for their demanding music. I have had a number of students tell me that their previous teachers would spend half of their lesson time on…

Hey everybody!! Happy 2012!!  This year, I will be sharing short vocal training articles that I have been writing in recent months.  I hope that you will find them helpful in your vocal pursuits. 

The modern singer is a vocal athlete. Dancers and elite sports professionals know the importance of preparing the body correctly for performance. Vocalists need to be the same way! Just like the skeletal muscles should be systematically stretched before demanding usage, so…

Hello to all! 2011 is coming to an end and it has been much of a crazy year. As everybody has heard I have done 3 mixtapes 'Asylum', 'Sanctuary' and 'Insane Asylum'. I have been blessed enough to have people enjoy and request 'Guilty Mind' and most of my old songs on K-Zone 187.com. Being able to be amongst other amazing LGBT artists is a blessing BEYOND belief!

I have not done any music video (as most people have been asking me about) mostly because I have been busy and I have not…

The Illuminati’s Recruiting? Sign Me Up!

By Khalil Amani

I’m for the abolishment of all (organized) religions! I’m all for gay marriage! In a utopian society I’d be fine with no president and no borders—a kind of heaven-on-earth. These are the things that the Illuminati supposedly want. If I told you I was already a member of the Illuminati I’d have to kill you, so, for…