Music Industry Stress – How to Reach Creative Flow When You’re Out of the Jet Stream
Posted by in Music Industry on November 19, 2011
Well, I live in one of those resort communities, and a very politically conservative area, however, in many of the cities near here there are folks who are extremely liberal, and many of them come from industries such as the entertainment sector. In fact, I’ve met movie stars, TV stars, and even rock stars in the Valley here. Some come on vacation, summer snowbirds, and some live here all year round now in retirement.
Often, I will go to Starbucks and hang out, and talk to the various individuals who stop by, and they are either ultra-conservatives or creative types. I find both groups quite fascinating and fun to converse with. Not long ago, I was talking to the son of a former rock star, and I’m not going to mention any names because that wouldn’t be appropriate, but he has his own band now, and hopes to follow in the footsteps of both of his parents who are/were in the music industry.
We were kicking around some creative ideas, as he seemed to be quite stressed out, and trying to get back in the creative flow, apparently he was having the musical industry’s version of a writer’s block. Over the years I’ve consulted with various creative folks, and I gave him some advice. Below are some things that often work for highly creative musicians who were trying to get back in the flow. Read the rest of this entry »
The Music Industry: Guidelines for Music Producers
Posted by in Music Industry on November 7, 2011
It doesn’t matter if you’re an amateur or expert, either way, production quality is essential in this new music business. Most producers fall short in today’s music marketplace. I believe this happens because those producers focus on the idea of being idolized, instead of offering services that bring success to those they work with. The following tips will give you the knowledge you need for increasing your status as a professional music producer.
Music fundamentals are necessary.
Some say that music producers don’t need to know how to read music. However, these people are sadly mistaken. Reading music is critical to a producer’s career. Throughout the years, you’ll find yourself going back to these basic chords, progressions, and scales; usually when searching for new and creative ideas. The most effective way to learn music fundamentals is through one on one training, music classes, and tutorial video on YouTube. The more you understand the basics, the better your production quality will be. Read the rest of this entry »