Backstage at The American Music Awards

by Lis Lewis Sunday November 21, 2010 It’s Sunday morning at 10 AM and I’m hanging around in my pajamas. It’s my day off. The phone rings and it’s Thomas, Rihanna’s tour manager. Do I have time to work with Rihanna today, he asks? Well I guess so, what time? Can you be here at… read more »

Singer’s Block

Dear Lis, I’m stuck. I sound the same every time I sing my songs; my shows are the same. I’m losing the feeling. How do I break out of my funk? Wayne Dear Wayne, We all go through periods of time when we get bored with our own ideas – tired of singing the same… read more »

Fear Of Scales

Dear Lis, I hate doing scales. Why can’t I just sing songs? Alec Dear Lis, Exercises don’t do me any good. I want improve my range and strength singing songs not exercises. Justin Dear Lis, Every teacher I go to wants me to do those ‘la-la-las’. What’s the point? Rebecca Dear Alec, Justin, Rebecca and… read more »

Drummer Vs. Singer

Dear Lis, My drummer plays so hard and loud that I can’t hear myself sing. I’ve asked him to tone it down but he tells me to sing harder. Johnny Dear Johnny, This is an age-old problem. Experienced musicians know that the sound of the whole band is more important than any one instrument, but… read more »