On this episode of The Vocal Lab Podcast, Jason, Shelby, and Carlos dive into Pavarotti’s famous claim that singers need 48 hours to recover after a performance. Was he exaggerating, or is there real science behind the millions of vocal fold collisions in a two-hour show? Join us as we explore the artistry, physiology, and recovery rituals that shape a singer’s first 48.
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Blake Proehl! Football, nana & 67...
This week on The Vocal Lab, Jason and Shelby are joined by Blake Proehl—former Minnesota Viking, American Idol contestant, and breakout singer-songwriter. We dive into the heartwarming story of how a song for his nana went viral, the unexpected journey from football fields to recording studios, and his brand-new release Miss Carolina. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that proves sometimes the biggest wins happen off the field.
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Shaboozey breaks the record while we eat cupcakes!
On this episode of The Vocal Lab, Jason and Shelby dig into Shaboozey’s historic feat—'A Bar Song (Tipsy)' just hit 27 weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Radio Songs chart, breaking the all-time record previously held by The Weeknd’s Blinding Lights. What does a run like that say about the state of radio, genre-bending hits, and the future of chart dominance? We’ll talk impact, influence, and of course, enjoy a flight of cupcakes while we celebrate.
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Bringing back the heartbeat to Country Music with Conor Clemmons!
This week, Jason and Shelby welcome Nashville country artist Conor Clemmons to the studio! From his Carolina roots to climbing the iTunes Country charts with his debut EP Left of Center, Conor has been carving out a sound full of heart, energy, and real storytelling. He’s opened for artists like Hunter Hayes, Gavin DeGraw, and Parmalee, and his latest singles—Good Ones, It Chose Me, and the reflective Growin’ To Do—showcase both his powerhouse vocals and his honest perspective on life. Plus, he’s fresh off the release of his summer anthem Double Standard.Join us as Conor shares the journey behind his music, the lessons that keep him grounded, and maybe even a little sneak peek at what’s next.
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Shelby almost quits over ASMR!!!
Jason and Shelby are kicking off a new chapter — a fresh studio, a fresh vibe, and... some very questionable ASMR experiments.Is it soothing? Is it terrifying? Or is it both?Join us as we celebrate new beginnings, spill behind-the-scenes stories, and tiptoe into the whispery world of audio that might just give you chills — for better or worse.
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