Ken Tamplin: Uncredited work with KISS, declining Motley Crue, training rock vocalists

****** This interview was conducted and published before the recent lip-syncing allegations against Ken. We contacted the Tamplin camp directly and invited Ken back to address these allegations. Despite Ken's current decline, the invitation remains open.**** In this episode of Metal Mayhem ROC, we talk with Ken Tamplin, renowned singer and founder of the Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy. Ken shares his journey from Christian Rock musician to vocal coach, revealing behind-the-scenes stories from working with rock legends. Ken opens up about contributing to KISS’s "Revenge," "Carnival of Souls," and Gene Simmons’ "The Vault" without receiving credit, and why he turned down opportunities to sing for Motley Crue, Foreigner, and Humble Pie. He also discusses the impact of AI on music and how tools like ChatGPT can now mimic real vocals. Ken explains how the Bel Canto method and lessons from vocal legends like Ron Anderson have kept his voice strong over the years and how he applies these techniques to train members of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Journey, Dragonforce, and Meatloaf. Finally, Ken and Metal Walt dissect the great rock singers of yesterday and today, debating who deserved their acclaim. YouTube Chapter Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and Overview of the Episode 01:00 - Ken Tamplin’s Move to Arizona and Early Musical Influences 03:00 - Vocal Training Basics: The Importance of Abdominal Breathing 10:06 - Ken’s Uncredited Contributions to KISS’s "Revenge" and "Carnival of Souls" 12:24 - Turning Down Offers to Sing for Motley Crue, Foreigner, and Humble Pie 16:00 - The Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy: Training Rock’s Biggest Voices 20:35 - How AI and ChatGPT Can Mimic Real Vocals 28:00 - Ken’s Vocal Techniques: Bel Canto and Lessons from Ron Anderson 33:42 - Inside Stories: Training Members of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Journey, and More 48:00 - Analyzing Rock Singers: Who Deserved Their Acclaim and Who Didn’t Connect with Metal Mayhem ROC: Metal Mayhem ROC Merch: 🌟 https://metalmayhemroc.etsy.com Instagram: 🌟   / metalmayhemroc   Facebook: 👍   / metalmayhemroc   X (formerly Twitter): 🐦   / metalmayhemroc   YouTube: 📹    / @metalmayhemroc1851   Connect with Ken Tamplin: Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy: 🌟 https://kentamplinvocalacademy.com Ken Tamplin YouTube Channel: 📹    / kentamplin   Episode Highlights 🟢 Ken Tamplin's early influences and journey into rock music. 🟢 The story behind Ken Tamplin Vocal Academy and its mission. 🟢 Ken’s perspective on the vocal health of legendary rock singers. 🟢 The impact of modern technology on music and vocals. 🟢 Ken's insights on AI's role in the future of music. 🟢 Anecdotes from Ken's collaborations with rock icons. 🟢 How to maintain vocal health for longevity in music.