By Delroy Wilkins


Hip hop beats and lyrical entertainment are two things that make hip hop the genre of choice in today's generation. However, making a break into this music genre is challenging given the population of beat producers and rap talent but this doesn't mean there's no opening because there always is. If you've got that beat that can make people groove, be sure to find the right partner who can spit charming rap lines to the rhythm of your hip hop beats. Here are some questions that can help you out in your search for an MC and in dealing with one.

Where to find vocal talent. Start your search locally. Rappers usually discover their talent at an early age as they rhyme at school. By the time they are gown up; they have developed this talent and can easily spit rhymes. For the local vocalist, you will have to create and advert calling for vocals auditions. Ensure that the advert has an attractive offer to get the best local lyricist. If you can find the right vocalist locally, you can turn to the internet and search for international rappers. The great thing about technology is that the vocalist does not necessarily have to fly thousands of miles to your recording studio. With the help of software, you can work with a vocalist without having to meet personally. You can also find rappers who have their own recording equipment which makes recording even easier.

Your goal when searching for the right vocal talent should be to find the voice that best complements your beats and instrumentals. Focus on the tone of the voice, the quality and flow. In addition look at the entertainment and relevance of the lyrics with regard to the beat you create. You should also consider the rhythm of the lyrics since rappers tend to have their own rhythm when singing along to specific beats.

What to expect from vocalists. Hip hop beats will partly entice your audience to listen to your tracks. The other element that will convince your audience to listen to your tracks is finding the right vocalist. You will therefore need to find vocalists that are serious in their work. Avoid those who just want to do it for fun. Be clear about what you expect from your vocalist and have a written agreement before you begin work. Ensure that the contract indicates what you expect and what you will give. If you think that there are some improvements to be made on the vocalist's part, point them out. Go for multiple takes even if you think the vocalist has made a perfect take on the first attempt. In addition to this, be prepared to deal with big egos.

The vocalist's equipment. There are two pieces of equipment a vocalist will need, a mic and pop shield. When searching for a mic, consider affordability since most of the work to ensure quality vocals will depend on the lyricist. Apart from the mic, your vocalist will also require a pop shield. The vocalist is basically projecting their voice and a pop shield will help them improve the quality. You can easily find affordable pop shields. If you don't have enough money, a stretched cloth over a wire frame will work well. After investing in these two pieces of equipment, you should determine the ideal distance between the two. Wear headphones and speak into the mic to determine this distance.




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