Charli, Gracie, Sabrina & Chappell

A Wave of New Female Talent: Vocal Evolution Since 2020 🎤✨

There’s been an incredible surge of fresh female talent in recent years, and I find it absolutely fascinating. Let’s take a look at some of these inspiring artists:
✔Charli XCX: Not entirely new, but experiencing a major BRAT resurgence with bold, edgy music.
✔Gracie Abrams: A dreamy singer-songwriter mentored by Taylor Swift, known for her introspective style.
✔Sabrina Carpenter: Skyrocketed with her hit "Espresso," showcasing her versatility and charisma.
✔Chappell Roan: A true original, carving her own path with 80s-inspired pop anthems like Pink Pony Club and Good Luck Babe.
 
A Vocal Shift: Less is More
Since Billie Eilish emerged, the emphasis on big, powerful, high notes has shifted. While icons like Pink, Adele, and Sia embraced a "bigger is better" approach, today’s singers often opt for:
✔Falsetto/head voice: Delicate, ethereal tones.
✔Airy vocals: Adding breathiness to create an emotional effect.
✔Whispering: Used creatively to add intimacy and vulnerability (check out Guess by Charli XCX & Billie Eilish).
Even with these subtler techniques, Chappell Roan stands out for her bolder, more theatrical delivery, offering a mix of retro inspiration and vocal power.

Also watch the video Falsetto, singing with air or whispering to try these techniques yourself;
✔Singing with breathiness.
✔Falsetto/head voice mastery.
✔Artistic whispering for emotional impact.