Josh Groban- A New Genre, a New League

Josh Groban has one of the most amazing voices of our time. This post is basically a tribute to him, so if you feel differently go ahead and look at something else. Josh Groban has many qualities that all singers strive for: incredible vocal technique (precision for every note, complete vocal control, he sings "ligitly" or properly) and he puts his heart into every song- much like the other singers I have praised in this blog. One quality that is rather unique to Josh Groban is that he sings many of his songs in Italian. However, the songs that he sings do not sound like anything classical. Those songs sound more as if they are modern songs of another country. Many of Josh Groban's songs mix operatic style and text perfectly with the modern day, which is why his style is so appealing.

Before Josh Groban, most teens and young adults only listened to rap and hip hop, two types of music that didn't require highly trained singing. When Josh Groban entered the pop world, people couldn't get enough. His songs have a popular feel, and yet they show off excellent singing technique that make his songs even more powerful and influential than songs that don't involve proficient singers. I remember the first time I ever heard Josh Groban sing; it was at the Super Bowl about five years ago and he sang "You Raise Me Up," perhaps his most well-known song. I was so impressed, and I think he drew in many people to his genre through that performance.

I also think that the chord structure of all of Josh Groban's songs fit the music and text perfectly, and they are often very innovative, feeding off of classical and modern styles. As a result, it appeals both to young and old listeners, drawing in a wide range of ages to the music. Nearly all of his songs are also very catchy; the lyrics and the tune help do this.

Another strong point of Josh Groban is that all of his songs showcase his voice. For some artists, some songs don't show their high notes or their power. Some artists only have up beat songs while others can only have somber ballads. Some songs don't let the singer craft the music to make it more interesting, and some songs just aren't moving at all. Each and every one of Josh Groban's songs show his high notes, his power, his gentleness, his craft, his technique, his control, his energy, and his heart. Each of his songs actually means something. For me, even if the lyrics are all in Italian, I am still moved by his songs. The tunes just give themselves to me and they make me think of good times- or bad times. And whether his songs are in Italian or English, each builds and builds throughout the whole song until it reaches the climactic high note or phrase. However, the way up to that moment is just as interesting and moving.

All in all, Josh Groban has created a new type of singing. His songs colorfully blend music that appeals to the youth now with music that appeals to older generations. Many of the songs have a classical feel with new and present lyrics and melodies. They music is unlike any other, and Groban has created something truly extraordinary. Creating new music is always something artists strive for, and I think that Josh Groban will keep creating brilliant music that touches the hearts of millions, if not billions, of people.