Accent

[The4thHorsemen]

I know this is probably one of those things you need an actual teacher for, but does anyone have any tips for working on your accent, especially while singing? I lack confidence in singing, and it mostly comes from me hating my accent, it just doesn't match up with my style of music. I could easily sing country, or do a passable Bob Dylan if I held my nose, but I'm not interested in doing that.

Of course, in my own head it doesn't sound that bad, but when I hear a recording of myself or through the PA it sounds like the worst hick-town accent I've ever heard and I'd like to lessen it. I think if I had better control over the way my voice sounds I'd have more confidence in singing.

[Andragon]

Sounds like you worry too much, but here's a tip, if you insist:
Imitate your favorite singers' pronunciation.

[food1010]

Yeah, your voice always sounds different when you are hearing it through your head.

I think you have a bit of a problem with diction. There are a few sounds which are simply unpleasant when sung poorly, one being a long "e" and another being "r."

I'm not sure if this is your problem though. A recording of your voice would help.