You've written your first few songs, and now it's time for you to record a demo to share with others. These are some tips for making it as high quality as possible:
Record It In a Professional Studio
Oodles of benefits can come from recording your demo in a professional studio, and you should consider doing it there to enjoy them. First, you'll have all the solitude and serenity you need to focus on giving the richest vocal delivery. Secondly, the studio's enhanced technology will perfect your sound and give it an outstanding professional quality. Lastly, you will not be cramped in someone else's home studio. You'll have plenty of breathing space.
Get Enough Rest Before You Record
You should be bright-eyed and full of zest and zeal when you record your demo song. You need to get enough sleep to do it. The recommended number of hours to sleep is seven to eight for adults. Lie down in bed early if it will help you get the rest you need to present your song well. Use supplements like melatonin or drink a calming tea if you have trouble sleeping. You'll wake up with enough energy to record an entire album, and that's the energy you need to record a great demo.
Prepare Your Vocal Cords for Work
Your vocal cords need to be ready to "play" if you want to give a stellar performance. You can take some steps to loosen them and work them out before visiting the studio. Take at least 30-60 minutes out of your day to practice your singing. That will get them warmed up enough for a new performance.
Drink hot tea with lemon and honey before your practice session to get them as loose as you can. You can also enhance your performance by getting adequate water into your system. Start loading up on it 24 hours before you go in for your session.
Get Loose
You should have zero tension on the day you schedule your recording session, and your mood should be bright and exuberant. Many tools are available if you need to lift your spirits beforehand. For example, you can douse your soul with some comedy clips to invoke laughter before you leave. You could also read a few inspirational quotes, Bible verses, or meditations to bring yourself to a higher state of consciousness.
Chose a Song You Love Immensely
Passion is the ingredient that can make your performance hot. Thus, you should choose a song that means everything to you for your demo. You never know who will react positively when that person listens to your product, so you should record it to impact the world. Give your demo performance everything you have, and don't hold back, because your hunger might get you noticed.
Mull over what you have just read and consider using it next time you need to record. You can guarantee yourself a stellar performance if you follow the tips above. Think of your demo as a calling card and market yourself correctly by delivering a powerful song.