“Perfectionism is the enemy of really good art” Well said...
@stevennemeth62565 жыл бұрын
Perfection is a fallacy.
@soulwiththedollarsign5 жыл бұрын
facts. I face alot of writer's block due to having to make the perfect verse every time. But when i just let go i usually write my best. Just go back & rephrase/edit if needed. Writing from emotion in the moment of the inspiration usually creates the best content for me. Can't consider perfection when speaking from the heart
@MarkDonnison5 жыл бұрын
Actual response from electrical engineers: Q - "How's the PCB design doing, is it working perfectly and ready to go?" A - "It's sufficiently not shit."
@thedevilsadvocate52105 жыл бұрын
Is that a Dilbert?
@MarkDonnison5 жыл бұрын
@@thedevilsadvocate5210 Not that I'm aware of, it was an actual conversation.
@ThomasPenninger5 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing, going to release my music for the first time in 2020 👍
@chillingFriend5 жыл бұрын
Me too! Good luck brother
@ThomasPenninger5 жыл бұрын
@@chillingFriend thanks man, to you as well (:
@therealkwamikaze30505 жыл бұрын
Same here fam. Namaste✊🏿🔥💯
@ThomasPenninger5 жыл бұрын
@@therealkwamikaze3050 we're all in this together mate 👍💪 no procrastination 😁😂
@areyoujelton5 жыл бұрын
I’m doing my first what I would consider “legit” release. Good luck to you all! Stay in touch and lemme hear what you all got!
@BrianWhitmerMusic5 жыл бұрын
Good advice, as usual. Here are the bullet points. 1:17 Full-length albums are on their way out. 3:03 It helps you to not be a perfectionist. 4:26 It forces you to focus on your body of work. 6:34 It gives you more credibility when releasing on streaming platforms. 7:22 It forces you to grow faster.
@Garock25 жыл бұрын
by 6:64 you mean: 7:04 or 6:54?
@BrianWhitmerMusic5 жыл бұрын
@@Garock2 Oops! Thank you, Gabriel. Fixed.
@Garock25 жыл бұрын
@@BrianWhitmerMusic thanks for the correction xD
@kaytanasstuff32745 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@mervolicious5 жыл бұрын
You missed: 09:34 Buy my course that I just happend to produce with my friend and magically adresses all the topics above :D
@ishouldbesleeeping3 жыл бұрын
I have nothing against singles but I like projects because it feels like an era of creating music
@thehappypine5 жыл бұрын
One person’s filler is another’s favorite track. If the music is good to you it doesn’t matter how many tracks are on your release.
@saxyrep15 жыл бұрын
This is the comment of the day ! Thx, I completely agree.
@Ferrichrome5 жыл бұрын
Yeah sometimes you don't like some songs but that doesn't automatically mean they're filler lol
@ripp7045 жыл бұрын
Now this comment trueeeeee. I personally will have a song that I think i should of took off and it turns out to be one of ppl favs.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@JAEBlack5 жыл бұрын
As a music artist i thought LP was my flow but when i dropped my first ep entitled “49” 2 months ago with 5 songs on it i noticed how much more fun and relaxed i was and how much i didn’t try to be a perfectionist and just let it all hang out
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@KiriakosGP5 жыл бұрын
Awesome video thanks! Da Vinci worked 16 years on Mona Lisa though. That was his parfect single I guess :D
@ketchup53445 жыл бұрын
Im a man who goes into the west end of London to one of the few remaining record shops every Sunday to treat myself to a cd. I will then proceed to listen to the entire album in my car or my cd walkman. This is THE way to feel a singular consistant vibe to go with a mood that we humans experience and not just chop around all over the place. Its just a better way to get off on music in my opinion. Everyone else can do what they like.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@hopeforest22015 жыл бұрын
I remember giving the whole recording thing up 14 years ago. I came across your videos some 8 years ago and I've been writing and recording since. And it reaches people, not many but still. Thanks so much for everything Graham!
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@troidl902 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! Now i know I will just stop writing and finally release the 6 songs I have been working on for 14 months
@horrourstories5 жыл бұрын
"Albums are on the way out" They said that in 2000. And 2001. And 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005...
@joelrobertsonmusic5 жыл бұрын
The Emostorian (Dr Rich F-G) streaming will wipe out new comer albums to a certain degree. But albums will last for those who already have audiences. I’m repeating that from some prominent label executives and a couple Spotify playlist directors.
@ericwilliams73745 жыл бұрын
In some cases it has happened. I seriously got made fun of, about a week ago, for still collecting DVD's, and CD's. "You don't have this streaming channel or that streaming channel, you're lame", said the very young annoying person to me.... It just depends upon each person I suppose, and or how they were raised. If their parents were collectors, then I can see them being collectors themselves. If not, you know the rest......
@HollerAtcherBoi5 жыл бұрын
What about... 2006?
@OGRScintilla5 жыл бұрын
And they were right... Heard of Playlists my dude haha
@OGRScintilla5 жыл бұрын
Joel Robertson Music totally agree
@jarommatson82685 жыл бұрын
Some of the "filler" songs end up being the hit.
@judehastings26435 жыл бұрын
Paranoid by black sabbath was one of them
@andrewt2485 жыл бұрын
Some of the "filler songs ended up being my favorites, regardless of their overall popularity.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@DanielCespedes5 жыл бұрын
"just release the good songs that you wrote" indicates issues with your songwriting, not the format of an album or EP. I listen to albums bc I want to be in an emotional headspace that the artist/album provides, not because I'm after some notion of objectively 'good' music. Shorter length formats are good for garnering an audience but once the fanbase is there, a lack of longer-format records feels like the artist doesn't want to offer a deeper connection to anyone who's listening.
@ryanf39515 жыл бұрын
well said.
@saxyrep15 жыл бұрын
👍🏾👏🏾
@dbo45065 жыл бұрын
That’s why you listen. That’s not why everyone listens. I’m sure there are artists that appease your tastes. I’d prefer to hear an artists best work. I’m not here for a “journey” I’m here to listen to tunes.
@scaho5 жыл бұрын
D Bo In my opinion you’re oblivious to what experiencing music is like. It’s not about a background tune you play while you smoke your weed or play in the house and scroll down with your phone, it’s about connecting emotionally with what the artist is trying to express whether his saddens, happiness, extra and gaining calmness from understanding that you’re not experiencing this alone and there’s other people with you in this journey. And that’s the great thing about actual music, not 4 chord tunes that say the same exact line the entire song with a little bit of background screams and ohs that think it’s giving the track an energy. Still, just my opinion.
@dbo45065 жыл бұрын
scaho Lol.... so I am missing the point on something that is subjective... by definition that just doesn’t make sense. Imo you do not grasp the fact that everyone is different, NOT wrong. You are implying I am wrong because I seek something different. That makes you oblivious to the fact your opinion isn’t the only one out there and also makes you oblivious to the fact art is subjective and music is art. Therefor you cannot tell my I am oblivious to the meaning of music because the meaning is subjective to the individual listening therefor it is Not possible for me to be oblivious as it is only my interpretation that matters when I listen. I did NOT say I use it as background music. I love music. I have been sitting here writing music all day. I have spent every spare penny I have on creating a home studio so I can record my own tunes at home. That doesn’t mean music has to be some weird journey. I listen mostly to progressive metal/djent/metalcore. I do not want to listen to a 10min trip that takes 5mins to get through the intro. Sure take a minute to build.... but I’m not going to hang around all day. And the 99% of bands in the genre I devote myself too, do it exactly how I like it. Hate to be the bearer of bad news chief.... but the only one oblivious to the meaning of music is you as you do not understand that it is subjective to each individual. It’s been real bro... but school is out. Enjoy 🥴
@LonelyEmpireMusic5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Graham for all the work you put in. These are super motivational for us small artists
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@MacioRoc5 жыл бұрын
As a rapper who has struggled with extreme creative blockage due to my self conciousness and being overly critical about my music, this really makes me feel alot better. thank you
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@TudorAnghelina15 жыл бұрын
Great advice! I'll send your video to everyone in my band. 🎸
@zthang_5 жыл бұрын
I love listening to a good album all the way through
@subele_music5 жыл бұрын
Z THANG He.art by Astrix, check that one out
@subele_music5 жыл бұрын
Don’t click that link, it’s just cause of the period in the name lol
@cosmicgregg5 жыл бұрын
This came at a good time for me. I'm part of your vip website and decided to release 6 song ep this year....also perfection is what literally destroys me, great advice
@MagicallyMusical5 жыл бұрын
I release my very first EP on February 1st! This video showed up on my homepage... KZbin knows and is supporting me! 😂👌🏻
@donovanhowardmusic5 жыл бұрын
Grant I’m so thankful you. I just finished mixing my 1st two songs of 2029 and an EP release sounds perfect. I released an LP in 18 & 4 singles in 19. I think I’ll focus on an EP of Praise music. I’m a country singer songwriter so this is out of my comfort zone and should be a good learning experience. Thank again!
@OppositeOfReality5 жыл бұрын
I released my first song the third of Janurary and I'm preparing an EP. I totally agree with you! First start small and then a good full lengh album.
@FNoteTheVisionary5 жыл бұрын
This is a very good video. And a bunch of this is so true. See i spent like 2 years trying to make a mixtape, and it just feels like i will never release it because I've grown so much as an artist over time, but last year in like November i said forget the project, Imma just make a 4 song ep real quick. Then come January i have a 5 track ep ready for release. And since that's happened, now my focus is to make music and drop monthly no matter how many tracks I've made in one month, it must be released before the next month. Really helps with consistency
@anomalfrequencymusic5 жыл бұрын
Working on my 3rd EP right now. Thank you for the reassurance :) Great video!!
@WholeCounselRecords5 жыл бұрын
I 100% agree with this...the times we are in are not as conducive to full length albums...(unless of course you have a loyal following)..even then, if you have consistency..the impact remains relevant.
@jessicajan5 жыл бұрын
So many good points, I needed to hear this!!! Thanks Graham. I wanted to release my first EP this year but got a little distracted by other projects... I’ll focus on the EP first as it means the most to me.
@aesoundforge5 жыл бұрын
Great vid! I really like what you said about not quitting when discouraged. A breakthrough can be right around the corner...
@davonriley5 жыл бұрын
this is so true, before watching this video i already knew this. love your video.
@NiceyNiece115 жыл бұрын
This is right on the money for us new artists who want to get ourselves exposed creating more music for ppl to hear and vibe to i think is key I’ll be tapping into your page more often for tips great video 💯
@VFLBeezy5 жыл бұрын
Solid advice. Decided to drop an EP in April titled "Distance"
5 жыл бұрын
I agree with each and every word you said. The struggle is real and we should get things done
@erodmusic5 жыл бұрын
Big ups for everyone that have dropped an EP let alone an LP... nothing but respect it takes a lot of dedication to do that 💯
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@InternationalMaj5 жыл бұрын
Aaaahhh Thank you so much for this brother!!!! Really dope
@MarcusL19955 жыл бұрын
In 2019, I have released 3 EP’s 2 Singles and 2 “Mini” Albums
@bluch2515 жыл бұрын
I am split on this one. I Have several projects going that would actually work as a full 12 to 15 track CD, but I have noticed the package doesn't seem like a body of work. So maybe I do have some good singles that seem to only work as a single. I did realize doing smaller projects relieves the pressure a bit and at times even my improvisations would even work if they come out clean.
@SheWillForWill5 жыл бұрын
I hate that full length albums are on the way out, but he’s speaking nothin but facts
@jamesstackhouse12284 жыл бұрын
❤ this video. It answered a question for me. Some " know it all's " I know. Trying to convince me to only drop singles. I'm mastering my first release which is a 5 song EP. I was about convinced on singles. But you reaffirmed my instincts to drop an EP. I'm gonna do singles. But everything you said about EPs is on target. I said for so long albums are finished. People not gonna listen to one artist that long.. Thank you sir. Your students are fortunate to have you. ✊
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@therealtzbaby5 жыл бұрын
The struggle is real. I think almost every artist I know goes through this same situation.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@dmmofficial95325 жыл бұрын
I literally started writing an EP a week ago, and now i get this in recommended. God's plan!
@ashtonmorvant5 жыл бұрын
What he says at 3:47 about people working on the same thing for 2 years is me!! Just trying way too hard to perfect it. The bad part is that now I have a bunch more halfway done songs that are also 1-2 years old. 😅🙈 Maybe I should try to do two EPs this year. 🤔
@areyoujelton5 жыл бұрын
You just changed my 15 song full length into a 3 ep staged release ahahahaha Edit: Thank you for this video. This is exactly what I needed for my work!
@dgambl15 жыл бұрын
I'm starting to think 3-4 song EPs are the way to go. It just goes along with the short attention span. If they make it to 4 then it's good.
@avishmusic3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video man. Very relatable
@andrewkang69375 жыл бұрын
You kind of read my mind, Graham! I've been wanting, nay, obsessing over putting together an EP for 2 years now. I have about 5 songs written. Right now, the only obstacle is that I haven't finished building my home recording studio due to budget/lack of money. However, I believe this will be the year that I can finish financing this project and start teaching myself the music production process. I hope I can make my promise of putting something out by the end of the year (which I told myself last year too)!
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@mindthreatx5 жыл бұрын
Years... I found myself coming back to something I was working on 8 months later and I was able to not only add tremendously to it but it become a completely different song as a result but ultimately for the better and it’s almost right at where I would be happy with it.
@HybridMusicians5 жыл бұрын
You are responsible for much of the growth I’ve seen in my own work! Thank you!
@jasonbrentongore5 жыл бұрын
Man... I don’t comment on many or any videos, but I just wanna say that I REALLY appreciate you and your channel! I’ve been working on my music and Studio for about 3&1/3 years and have been watching your videos since the start (most of them for 2 or more times)! And I just wanna say thanks 🙏 for what you do and how much it helps me and my music! Thanks 😊 Again!
@owt5 жыл бұрын
I love this content. Getting stuck for 2 years just because of A SINGLE is where i am at now. So true. I need to move on
@currentlycrypto5 жыл бұрын
Hey Graham, just wanna let you know that I'm an audio student at an accelerated program first institute in orlando FL. Your vidz are awesome and you've been a huge part of my continual growth as a student of all this AND an artist. Words can't describe how thankful I am of your channel !!
@ARRIBAZON4 жыл бұрын
My EP coming out now! INCEPTION EP
@mpmusic93784 жыл бұрын
I started this channel in November, and I've made two EPs this year, now I'm working on a third! Thank you for the advice.
@AHmediaDesigns5 жыл бұрын
This is very inspirational advice, Graham!! Now I feel like finishing those tracks that have been sitting on my HDD for months. This goes hand-in-hand with your "Procrastination" advice
@Laveylovell5 жыл бұрын
I just put out an EP on my KZbin channel and every wheee else and more coming !! Thank you for this!
@Misty_Raine_975 жыл бұрын
2020 is my year and your videos are gonna get me where I need to go. Your content always to be exactly what I’m looking for. My life started THIS year and if I don’t have anything to show for my time one year from now somebody slap me.
@twanner_5 жыл бұрын
Going from releasing a single every 1-2 months to writing an ep, one big thing I’m feeling is that I’m being forgotten. Stream count way down, not the same amount of social media interaction. I’m in the dark when it comes to staying interesting to my followers while being hunkered down writing the ep. also, trying not to tease the ep a ton is difficult lol.
@hellojalen13883 жыл бұрын
be a jack of all trades. maybe your fans are losing interest because you aren't switching it up..... stay true to your original style but... go bigger and better every release. BIGGER AND BETTER VIDEOS ETC
@twanner_3 жыл бұрын
@@hellojalen1388 thank you!!! Great advice
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@guitarsinger73824 жыл бұрын
This is absolutely pure gold!! Thank you for that!!
@joereyna6145 жыл бұрын
So glad I came across this vid. Been stuck recording one song with a buddy of mine and our time is limited throughout the week due to work and family life that I started to feel discouraged and decided I just wanted to drop it all together. This vid put things into perspective for me. Thanks
@Isaacelijahmusic2 жыл бұрын
This makes so much sense right now! Thanks for the great content! Really helpful! 🔥
@yankoly5 жыл бұрын
So funny How im already done with my EP and i'm just planning to release it and i'm now seeing this
@AmonForatto5 жыл бұрын
I was really needing this video. I've been writing my own EP for a long time now, and i got really bummed for a while, but now i'm gonna finish it and release it finally
@thedevilsadvocate52105 жыл бұрын
Then what do you do with it? Give it away to spotify?
@AmonForatto5 жыл бұрын
@@thedevilsadvocate5210 HOPEFULLY! YEAH
@audicabriomulia44875 жыл бұрын
thank you graham... for reminding and encouraged me...
@jacobraphaelyulo15535 жыл бұрын
great video, sir. there's actually this method called the "waterfall strategy". this is when artists release singles in short span of time and will eventually compile it into an album or EP. doing so can grab the attention of listeners by easing them into it but also to have a body of work they can go back to. your point of the having a collection of singles as an album is so accurate.
@mukulmhembrom5 жыл бұрын
Graham..your words are so inspiring. Feels great listening to you
@skullthecosmicone5 жыл бұрын
Time for small artists to rise this year! Let's go guys!
@leifolsen80245 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this really helpful and informative content! We all really appreciate it!
@Krafty5 жыл бұрын
Clicked on it from the newsletter that quick that it wasn’t even published yet haha 👍
@josephchristopher45675 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing!!!! Needed this 🙏🙏
@musicwitharijit5 жыл бұрын
I really liked this one
@alaizquierdadeldial5 жыл бұрын
I very much agree, in the 90's an album with 14 or 16 songs was normal, now 25 years later there is a lot of musical information that goes straight to your hands and everything goes very fast! 6 songs seem enough to feed your misical soul.
@greggcarter52545 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, Graham. In my aerospace career we had a saying: "Don't let perfect get in the way of good enough."
@EarlDeanmusic5 жыл бұрын
100% awesome advice as always I really appreciate you and your channel thank you for making such great content
@Stiktriks5 жыл бұрын
Love this guy ! He makes sense 😁👍🏾
@NOSMTG5 жыл бұрын
I feel the perfectionism is the enemy
@nineeast87305 жыл бұрын
This was fantastic advice and confirmation that I should release an EP to debut.
@caryheuchert5 жыл бұрын
I grew up during the age of vinyl LPs... and it was always satisfying listening to an approx 40 min album. When the CD came out, it boosted the length of a release to a potential of 80 min, which few artists took advantage of. Then MP3s focused on singles again. It seems to me an EP approach is a compromise when an artist doesn’t have enough material. In the history of music, EPs were perhaps more popular in Europe, not really in the North American market. Perhaps in the modern era, they may work better.
@_ryfitz_5 жыл бұрын
Just what I needed to hear right now. Thank you
@CarlosPerdomo5 жыл бұрын
Graham, when you talk about EP. Are you referring to an electronic format only? Or a physical item as well?
@mrblinds55165 жыл бұрын
Sent 5 of my tracks randomly to friends, the random liked crew❤️and followers on social media also consisting of Djs,record labels,as a thanks for supporting well showing an interest ... A week later a record label sent me a contract for an EP 😱 now due out feb 17th still can’t believe it ...The 5 tracks instead of maybe sending a single track could have got more notice🤔who knows ,only 2 years in a novice having fun making music creating dozens of ideas ...so faaaaar to go and muuuch to learn QUALITY thru QUANTITY 👍🏻❤️
@precisionsoundworksstudio5 жыл бұрын
Graham, you look better than ever, dude! Love your work. Thank you for this. Happy New Year!
@codyjumper50195 жыл бұрын
Great insight as always Graham 👍
@jaydurmac5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Graham you've been a life changer, wish you an awesome 2020!
@dblockbass5 жыл бұрын
My partner and I have been working on an EP for 10 years. We watched the music industry change dramatically in that time and it paralyzed us into making many decisions but I dont regret it. Time after time we found that just concentrating on the integrity of the music and our friendship was all that mattered.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@rebels_united_front5 жыл бұрын
This is your first video I’ve seen and thanks, this is the reinforcement I needed as I’ve come to the same conclusions. This year I’m making my first demo/mixtape, I plan for it to be 6 tracks, though I hope to produce/record.
@LT-xe9jl5 жыл бұрын
I really Like the Idea of thinking in Musical collections👍
@LaizaKate4 жыл бұрын
Im currently working on my first EP and planning to post it on Spotify after my first song came out & got into the playlist of Spotify. Thank you for your advice, I feel more determined to make more music♥️♥️♥️
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@Lu_Davinci3335 жыл бұрын
There's alot wrong with this video bit the general direction is pretty solid. Appreciate it!
@jamminsam37865 жыл бұрын
have fun making music, release your music and let others decide what they like
@nightsidebeats47195 жыл бұрын
I didn't learn anything but great video for the people who did. There's a lot of great info here.
@bedhedted5 жыл бұрын
I think it’s mildly hilarious that you post this now. Like others on here, I am trying to slate an EP for 2020, but you just said everything that led me to believing an EP is the right thing to make. After one of our local bands, Carrollhood, released their second EP, I saw that sticking to the digital format and routinely releasing was still able to gain traction and a fan base as well as letting those guys stay focused on their other projects and life. I’m looking forward to releasing something but it’s definitely hard work with coordinating alone haha.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@chrisleehatley83465 жыл бұрын
Great Advice. Want to release a few EPs this year.
@elizarespinoza52675 жыл бұрын
This came at a perfect time. My band is set to release our EP next month! All produced in my home studio!
@Sloomow4 жыл бұрын
i got 3 tracks, and am out of inspiration and ideas, should i just drop it?
@jezwinski5 жыл бұрын
Great video Graham! I'm working on mine now.
@RedHeaven5 жыл бұрын
"Let's face it, not all your songs are good" is an odd argument for creating an EP as opposed to a full album. Perhaps it's wise to ask yourself about a few other variables: What percentage of your songs are good ones and how long does it take you to write your songs? If only 10% of your songs are really good ones, but you write 100 songs in a year... dude, you have a solid 10 song album there. On the other hand, if 95% of your songs are great but you only write one song a year, then maybe an EP is not for you. What I'm saying is: Whether or not you write some iffy material isn't a reason not to make an LP, because if it were then nobody could ever justify a full LP. In fact, based on that criteria, some people barely qualify to release singles.
@recordman5555 жыл бұрын
Red, you make some great points. I'm old-school - I come from the day of 10-song vinyl LPs. I knew a lot of people who would buy an entire album only to listen to the "single" hit song, never knowing whatever other songs - good or bad were contained therein. Also, consider the person who may purchase an LP and finds another song - other than the "hit" and just loves it. With today's technology and a group of talented prouder/recordists out there, it makes great sense to release songs as "singles" - You may find yourself releasing a single every month, but how does that hurt? An artist can put more effort into a song that has potential, and coax the "hit" from it with very little anxiety, rather than rushing an EP into release, later regretting the finished product. Today, I would encourage artists to release a single a month - 10 songs over the course of a year. That leaves time for gigging/touring, promotion, and, yes, rest.
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@jeremycharlerie75233 жыл бұрын
Love the example of Handel’s Messiah. Good for thought 💭: he composed the full work in 30 days!
@andysiegler90095 жыл бұрын
Dude. Everything you said in this video was exactly what I needed to hear. One thing I might bring up about filler songs, though, is that Cherry Pie by Warrant, was originally intended to be filler, and then it propelled them into the limelight. Yes, the singer regrets having been largely known for one song, but it still put them on the map. And I know this kind of thing is an oddity, and nearly all the time, filler is just filler, but still something to think about.
@johnduggan78965 жыл бұрын
This has been my approach too, I just started writing and recording my own stuff last year and released a short EP and two singles just onto KZbin for now. At this early stage the learning curve is so fast that it doesn't make sense to spend too long on one song. Write, record, mix, release as quickly as possible and try not to spend too much time perfecting/tweaking because you'll look back in a few months and hear loads of things you would do differently now. NEW EP OUT 1ST APRIL :0
@j-edgemusicpromotion2 жыл бұрын
Check out the EP I finally released: kzbin.info/aero/PLSiJcBj_EVtG0GoyHtcFXDH05tdRDXeYR
@RonCecchetti5 жыл бұрын
The problem with this is that you don’t always know what songs are going to be the best.
@denniscrosbymusic5 жыл бұрын
Ron Cecchetti then just release those songs as a second EP...essentially utilizing the “new album release” hype twice for the same amount of work 😉
@peyoartigala80995 жыл бұрын
thank you for such good advice man, really inspiring !!
@freakshowmann5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your encouragement Graham!
@MrHumphrey20005 жыл бұрын
Appreciate this this guy, I’m taking his word.
@Fonkemman4 жыл бұрын
I am going to release an EP next month and all production software I have used are totally free. Learned a lot from Graham, as well as other KZbin channels.