10 Strange Vocal Noises That Make Rock + Metal Awesome

Vocal style plays a vital role in establishing an artist’s aesthetic, as well as conveying their message. The method of delivery can make lyrics all the more poignant; in hardcore and metal, for instance, screaming a word can have a much greater impact than singing it normally. But there are also moments that go beyond the reaches of the dictionary.

Sometimes, to get a feeling across or establish a mood, there needs to be a different type of communication. These are the strange vocalizations that make heavy music sound rougher, tougher and more exciting — yet sound absolutely ridiculous when you actually stop and think about them.

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