The Vocal Lab Collective

In this enlightening episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron delve into the indispensable role of a vocal coach in a singer's journey.

Whether you're an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable insights into how personalized training and ongoing mentorship can transform your vocal performance and career.

Episode Highlights:

Mindset Matters: Discover how mental blocks can impede your singing progress and how a coach can help you overcome these challenges.

Training Fundamentals: Learn about the essential techniques that every singer should prioritize, from muscle coordination to resonance.

Personalized Coaching: Understand the unique benefits of one-on-one coaching, tailored to address your specific needs and goals.

Ongoing Growth: Hear why continuous training and mentorship are crucial, even for professional singers, to maintain and enhance vocal performance.

Quotes:

- Shelby Rollins:"If you think that it's hard, you will approach it with striving. But if you know that it's easy, you will approach it with authority."

Jason Catron: "Training is everything, whether it's the voice, your body, or your brain. The only way to reach true potential is through consistent and dedicated training."

Shelby Rollins: "The voice is a muscle, not just an aesthetic. If you train it like a muscle, it will function aesthetically."

Jason Catron: "Finding the right mentor and eliminating as much noise as possible is key to growing together and achieving your fullest potential."

Connect and Follow Us:

• Follow us on YouTube: Vocal Lab Collective
• Follow Jason Catron on Instagram: @jasoncatron
• Follow Shelby Rollins on Instagram: @shelbyrollinsm

In this episode of The Vocal Lab Collective, hosts Shelby Rollins and Jason Catron sit down with Jason Jenkins, the Senior Vice President at Curb Records. Jason shares his insights on the importance of authenticity and creativity in the music industry, drawing from his extensive experience and personal journey.

Episode Highlights:

• Jason's Musical Roots: Jason Jenkins discusses his early exposure to music through his family's country band in Georgia and his fascination with both country and R&B music. He shares how these experiences shaped his career in the music industry.
• Balancing Authenticity and Success: Jason emphasizes the struggle artists face in maintaining their authenticity while achieving commercial success. He explains how artists can navigate the pressures of the industry without losing their creative integrity.
• The Role of Social Media: The conversation delves into the critical role of social media in today's music landscape. Jason highlights how artists can use these platforms to express their genuine selves and connect with their audience, despite the challenges it presents.
• Supporting Artists: Jason talks about the supportive environment at Curb Records, where the focus is on nurturing artists' creativity and passion. He provides insights into how labels can help artists find their unique voice and sustain their authenticity.
• Advice for Artists: Jason offers valuable advice for emerging artists on how to stay true to their art. He stresses the importance of consistency, relationship-building, and embracing one's unique journey in the music industry.

Quotes:

• Jason Catron: "The creative industry can be somewhat self-indulgent, but we need to see outside of ourselves and look at other people."
• Shelby Rollins: "Our job is to remove obstacles from people that are overthinking stuff. It's easier than you think; you just need to reframe."
• Jason Jenkins: "You have to care more about the art. Why would you not want to talk about what you're passionate about?"
• Jason Jenkins: "Express your authenticity. Be as authentic as possible and just do what feels most comfortable."

Connect and Follow Us:

• Follow us on YouTube: Vocal Lab Collective
• Follow Jason Catron on Instagram: @jasoncatron
• Follow Shelby Rollins on Instagram: @shelbyrollinsm

Join hosts Jason Catron and Shelby Rollins as they dive into the dynamic world of YouTube’s reaction space. In this episode, they explore how the explosion of reaction videos has transformed the music landscape—giving rise to a new wave of artist discovery, propelling vocal coaches into the spotlight, and creating a vibrant community of music lovers. Tune in to hear how these trends are reshaping the way we experience and appreciate music today.

In this episode, hosts Jason Catron and Shelby Rollins go head-to-head on a heated debate: Should you move to a major city to pursue your career as an artist? Shelby argues for the move, highlighting the opportunities, connections, and inspiration that come with big city life. Meanwhile, Jason makes a strong case against it, pointing out the challenges, costs, and the pressure to "fit in." Tune in for this clash of perspectives and discover which side makes the most compelling argument for your career!

Welcome to The Vocal Lab Podcast, where vocal coach Jason Catron and expert Shelby Rollins dive deep into the world of vocal coaching! In today’s episode, they break down what makes a great coach, what doesn’t, and all the unspoken rules of the industry. Plus, Shelby gets a crash course in internet history as Jason introduces her to the legendary (and totally random) Hawk Tuah Girl—an iconic, short-lived meme that’s bound to make you laugh and leave you wondering how this ever became a thing. Tune in for a fun, quirky, and sometimes baffling conversation on all things voice!