The "beat it or keep it" game

I want to share a game I like to play in my music production process I call "Beat It or Keep It."

This game helps me stay flexible and creative while...

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Finding your success in music

I want to share a personal story about how I caused myself problems for years by defining success based on other people's terms.

I see this happen a ...

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Where do you crave validation?

 

All of us crave validation in some way or another, and understanding where you seek it can help define your path in music - which can bring you tow...

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Try this music affirmation

Here’s a perspective that has helped me in my music creation. I wanted to share it with you in case it gives you some inspiration or resonance in your...

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3 lessons from studying orchestral music

Several years ago I hit a plateau in my music production. I had mostly been focused on electronic production.

So I decided to study something new: Or...

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5 ultimate practice routines for music producers

By the end of this post you will have 5 very practical practice routines you can follow to achieve amazing outcomes - and even use to finish entire so...

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Overcome the mid-project slump

Ah the mid-project slump… the moment you realize you’re going in circles on the same loop for hours… feeling like you have something with potential, b...

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The role of mixing

Let’s talk a bit about mixing - many producers get stuck in circles because they are focusing too much on mixing, hoping it will fix everything.

But ...

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2 parts to good synthesis

I love synthesis!

It’s so much fun once you understand the basics, and can unlock so much potential in your sound.

While it’s impossible to properly...

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4 tips for picking sounds

Sound design - and sound selection - is your ability to bring out emotion using the tone or “timbre” of the sounds you use in your music.

It’s one of...

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The "Infinite Question"

There’s a concept I like to call the Infinite Question - and it’s one of my greatest sources of inspiration that keeps my passion for music alive.

Th...

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How to use reference tracks

Let’s talk about some tips for using reference tracks like a pro.

Because if you are not using reference tracks, then it is the simplest way to start...

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