Vocal Solo Career [VSCI]

Learn how to conquer Rock Band's Vocal Solo Career! Get tips on singing on pitch, using falsetto, and mastering the combo meter for high scores.

Vocals might seem tough at first, but don't worry! With a bit of practice, you'll be nailing your favorite songs (and maybe a few you don't love so much) in no time. It's all about hitting those notes!

How To Play

Singing in Rock Band is a bit different from shredding on guitar or pounding the drums. You can't just look at the notes and play them perfectly; you really need to practice the songs to get them just right. The main skill is simply singing on pitch, but I've picked up a few tricks that should help you out:

• First off, even though it might feel a little silly, definitely play the tutorial. It's a great way to get a feel for singing along with the game.
• Second, I've found that singing in a higher octave actually makes it easier, especially for guys. This means using your falsetto! If you're not sure what that is, it's just singing high, which might make you sound a bit silly or like a girl (no offense to anyone, of course!). You're aiming for that higher, lighter sound. Try playing around with your voice, going from your normal voice to falsetto, to help you hit those high and low notes.
• Third, let's talk about scoring. When you sing, a combo meter fills up with each section you complete, even if you've got a 4x multiplier going. This meter shows the percentage of notes you've hit correctly within that section. Here's the breakdown:
  
  • Anything below 3/4 of the circle filled is considered messy, and you'll lose a good chunk of your rank on the applause meter.
  • If you're between 3/4 and about 7/8 of the circle, it's okay. You'll only lose a few ranks on the applause meter.
  • Hitting between 7/8 and a full meter is strong! Even though it might break your combo (just like the other levels do), you'll likely stay about the same rank, or even go up a little if you were doing really poorly before.
  • Fill the whole circle, and you'll get an 'AWESOME'! This will boost your applause meter significantly, keep your combo going, and if it's a Star Power phrase, you'll even earn Star Power. Fun fact: you can fill the circle without hitting every single note perfectly!

That's pretty much the gist of it! Keep practicing, and you'll be a vocal superstar in no time.