Mitchell Kinn on Viral Vocal Coaching, Emo Revival, Dream Gigs & Celebrity Clients

In Episode 28 of The Encore Club Podcast, Will and Josh sit down with Chicago-based vocal coach and artist Mitchell Kin — the internet’s favourite emo vocal coach — for an unfiltered deep dive into music, mindset, and the emo revival taking over social media. From teaching singers how to scream without blowing out their voice to working with artists like Hot Mulligan, Arms Length, and Jutes (Demi Lovato’s husband), Mitchell has carved out a unique space online blending expert technique with humour, authenticity, and raw emotion.

In this episode, Mitchell shares the story of how he went from working for low pay in a vocal studio to building a viral platform with over 160,000 followers, helping rock and emo singers around the world. He opens up about quitting his job, making daily videos for nine months straight, and how one post about singing like Mom Jeans unexpectedly changed his life.

The conversation dives into how Mitchell’s career evolved, the misconceptions about what makes a “good singer,” and why talent is really just coordination and consistency. He talks about the pressure vocalists face on tour, the therapeutic side of coaching, and how he balances working with major clients like Disney, Nickelodeon, and Capitol Records while still fronting his own band.

Will and Josh also chat with Mitchell about confidence, creativity, and the link between singing and mental health. There are heartfelt moments, plenty of laughter, and even a few live vocal warm-ups as the hosts try their hand at Mitchell’s signature “emo moaning” technique (with mixed results). They talk everything from the emo scene in Chicago to tequila-fueled gig stories, Freaky Friday nostalgia, and his dream concert in Iceland under the Northern Lights.

If you’ve ever wanted to understand how rock and emo vocalists really train their voices, or just love hearing stories about passion, anxiety, music, and personal growth — this episode is a must-watch.

🎤 Featuring: Mitchell Kin
📍 Location: Chicago, IL
🎶 Topics: Vocal coaching, emo revival, TikTok fame, teaching, confidence, and dream gigs

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