I've sung live a couple of times for events at school, but nothign really serious. It would be cool to professionally once or twice, but I'd rather voice act.
Evanescence all the way. I am totally in love with Amy Lee's voice. Also, Do as Infinity for JPop.
Samson C01U Microphone and Adobe Audition 1.5 for recording, editing and mixing. (Sometimes I use Audacity, but I prefer Audition)