how i made an EP with almost no money or skills

[@BenedictRoffMarsh]

I am a Mix Engineer/Record Producer by trade. I commonly work with artists looking to achieve what you have done. The biggest issue they (we both) face in the process is the fear of doing things and then getting trapped in "should do"s - SO - I am delighted to see vids with the mindset of "getting it done" regardless. Doing it, feeling it, counts for more than tools or formal techniques. That is the DIY attitude that drove Punk/New Wave etc. And honestly music in general. Advice: Don't apologize. That is like having to apologize for your feelings, everything you say. Fans want leaders. Leaders with courage they (probably) lack. So if you felt it and said (sang) it, don't apologize. Listening to your "Seconds" EP on Spotifry: it works. It has charm. While some things could technically be better, as Jackson Browne said, this is a record of that time. Which very much feels like the purpose of the whole thing. With some repeated exposure, I can see people really wanting this in their lives. Woodwind parts are great. :-)

[@melite234]

Very insightful man.. thanks for this comment

[@daibalamperouge]

you're a good person

[@dannyarbre6280]

*this* … thankyou, yes! and can only agree, absolutely just own the way you made it. and in addition to post/punk and new wave etc. there’s so much good stuff out there done with little or no regard to “perfection” - “doing it” instead of “doing it correctly” : loads of “lo-fi” stuff, pj harveys 4-track demos, daniel johnston, early devandra banhard records, tina dico’s “notes”, etc. and a lovely EP, done with playful charm and with feeling and gorgeous intertwining melodies/harmonies, thank you - looking forward to hearing more / following what comes next.

[@tehroflzcrisp]

sound advice.

[@carriesolomonmusic]

You’ve inspired me ( a fellow artist) to stop stressing about having the right equipment and creating “the perfectly recorded track!” Because your music sounds great with a cheap mic and few Fx, and here I am stressing because I’m not sure I got my vocals reverbed, EQ’d, saturated and blah blah blah’ed perfectly😵‍💫😂 Lol thank you; I really needed this assurance that it can be simpler than I make it and sound friggin amazing ❤

[@jasratchford]

@@carriesolomonmusic yay!!! loev this comment glad u liked the vid x

[@WOLFAngel_Gaming]

Girrrllll why am I watching this saying the same thing. I literally have all the equipment I need, including a Shure SM7B…..then I realized my issue is that I’m just nervous. And I want it to be perfect! F that!!!! I’m about to make my EP. No more excuses!!!

[@techcowgirl]

Don't let the pursuit of Perfection prevent you from getting your music out there. A good or pretty good track that is clean, in tune and timing, with clear diction on your lyrics will do fine. My initial compositions of new songs, with the tools I have now, are often better than the various versions I do of them thereafter as acoustic with bouzouki and voice, but that doesn't stop me from releasing the acoustic versions just to get them out there.

[@flamesintheattic]

Recording doesn't matter. A good song can sound like almost anything and people will listen to it. The songs most often voted as "the best ever" are all over the place in terms of recording.

[@-jank-willson]

take a lesson from 60's and 70's music - they didn't have all this modern digital computer audio software... If you listen, they often don't have perfect eq, perfect mix, etc. often also, the instruments are not in perfect rhythm, or there might even be a few notes missed, because back then recording was expensive and the artists didn't necessarily have the money to do a do-over. And yet, we consider those songs 'classics'...

[@ctso74]

Very true. Letting go is hard, but perfection is rarely worth its cost. There's only so much effort an artist project can hold, before becoming a thankless task, that you don't want to work on.

[@flamesintheattic]

If the song is good, the recording doesn't matter. Proof of this is absolutely everywhere.

[@HansMoleman-vr2bd]

Twin Fantasy (Mirror to Mirror) was recorded on a laptop mic. That still blows my mind to this day

[@rykami14]

I would even go as far to say that a bad recording can actually make a song even better. Liana Flores' music is very lo-fi and I love it specifically for that reason, it reminds me of old vinyl records from the 60s

[@f1rebreather123]

​@rykami14 id like to say this is wrong. A bad recording sounds bad. I think that may mislead some people. A non professional level recording may be a better term. Or unrefined.

[@HansMoleman-vr2bd]

​@@f1rebreather123 at the end of the day bro, a bad recording doesn't actually exist, as all music is subjective. if a bedroom artist thinks their recording method sounds good, then regardless of public opinion, that is the recording method they should use.

[@nuvemnuvem83]

​@@HansMoleman-vr2bdactually, a bad recording does exist. a good recording is one that perfectly captures the artist's intentions and their emotion in performing the music. if the engineer captures this with frequency clashes, unwanted noises, poor levels, etc and none of this turns into a pleasant surprise, it will indeed be a bad recording, which may perhaps be corrected in the mixing phase.

[@frankcrack777]

So, I'm 45, and I'm an artist/singer/songwriter and I always trying to make my songs perfect and I'm afraid to put them out, because of "what people say about them and me". But I will put my songs out! Fuck it! Thank You for this vid! Take care! Keep on creating!

[@fortnitesomethingsomething]

Do it mate. I'm 50 and I have an EP coming out in January. I've so enjoyed recording it and I'm proud. The doubts creep in though don't they?

[@rusticrichmusic]

That's right! Keep putting your music out there, no matter what. I'm doing it too.

[@dharmalove3634]

You are refreshing with your lightness, point of view, and sweetness. Your songs and your voice are beautiful love, thank you for sharing this video

[@Acid42]

"It's not perfect," and neither are we musicians! But it *is* heartfelt. And that counts for much much more! Bravo on your courage to DIY and release it into the world. You make something, then you let it go and make something new. Keep on doing these videos. They will inspire many more to take up the banner and just record with what they have.

[@asyasarimusic]

I used to record all my songs on GarageBand when I was 16 with my IPad mini’s microphone. I had the most fun. I would record piano and vocals. If I had any more little melodic ideas I would just use my voice. And then at the age of 21-22 I somehow decided that those songs were not good, and I was so bad and I urgently needed to learn all those production skills. I dedicated my time trying to learn but also this mindset gave me the WORST writers block ever. I think it took me 7 years. I still wrote songs and last year made an EP. I am proud of the work but It didn’t feel the same when I wrote songs with GarageBand. Now I am thinking of going back to the old ways I did things :) simple and easy is the best way sometimes. A

[@MelodyMaker]

Interesting.

[@ayeelaura]

Same with my writing. I feel like it's less self conscious and more fun when you're just doing it especially when younger. Now I'm 31 it takes me a while and I can get stuck in overanalysis

[@rhimiles]

THIS. I started making music at 16 and recorded all my vocals on my MacBook built in mic. I just made stuff without thinking and didn’t care it was rough. Then I did a music degree, and ever since then I’ve been overthinking everything. 28yo now, and actively trying to get back to my 16yo naivety. Sigh.

[@ayeelaura]

@@rhimiles we need to get back to the magic of innocence and not caring

[@dougfa3515]

I was born in ‘71. My best friend and I wrote songs and recorded them in his bedroom when we were teenagers in the 80s. We didn’t even have a 4 track tape recorder at that point. We used multiple stereo/ tape systems with a mixer bouncing back and forth with a little Casio keyboard and a couple other things. Then we finally got a drum machine and a four track recorder. All of our most creative stuff was done back then. When we went beyond that, while it was more polished and we had gotten better as songwriters, it wasn’t necessarily better. Sometimes limitations bring out more creativity.

[@philippendletonmusic]

Color coding the tracks (vocals = orange for example) helps you to visually hone in on a track (especially if the track count is high) and naming them appropriately (Lead Vocal, BV's etc) really helps to organize the songs and will really come into it's own if you ever need to send someone the stems.

[@chrisgatesmusic]

100% MUST DO ADVICE!!! -especially if you need to find a specific track in the 'Audio Files" from an older session. Which leads me to just wanna add one thing to what you've already listed......."Name the track BEFORE you record any audio, or it will be saved in your library simply as 'Audio_01' regardless of naming it afterwards.Worse, it won't differentiate between sessions (songs), becoming a NIGHTMARE trying to locate a specific part in the future".....that may be entirely specific to each DAW tho.

[@RXHMND]

Didn't realize I share a similar dilemma from other people out there. This video is really refreshing and made me realize I should also document my journey as an independent artist. Thanks for sharing yours!

[@CinnaMK]

As someone who's felt very intimidated with learning to make music this video was a great watch. I have pretty nice equipment but motivation is hard to come across because of how overwhelming it can seem to think about everything that goes into it. Thanks for this :)

[@alohomoratarot]

As someone who is at an intermediate level with producing and has been writing for a reallllly long time now-your stuff is really good, and you should be very proud of yourself! Honestly, because of the genre you're working in, if I hadn't seen the video, I would have never guessed it wasn't professionally done. I especially loved the interlude track. Kudos!

[@scottfrost317]

This is what music is about. Not just the process, but the memories and effort. I wish you nothing but success!

[@TheEyesThrone]

I'm in loooooove with the simplicity of your process, because it's just like mine lol. I got my guitar, my casio keys, my harmonica, my ribbon mic and thats it baby.

[@ethanfenlon]

the pillow blanket under desk idea is genius

[@BenedictRoffMarsh]

Take great care with that approach. While popular in YT vids, blankets in cupboards etc tend to create a very weird sound/feel that can only be made worse as you mix (esp if not skilled at mixing). It's far better to have a decent Dynamic mic and decent technique and have it feel natural. Live Rooms in classic studios deliberately have a lovely reverb space. Use what you have or it gets unsettling for the listener, ie they feel weirded out which is not great for having them hang around & coming back. :-)

[@EddieG1888]

I know how you made an EP. Because talent will out, necessity is the mother of invention, and all artists need to express what they've got held in them. I hadn't even heard of you until today, but I'm subbed to see what's next.💛

[@gr3gmann910]

Compared to everything else on KZbin, this was so honest and calming. As someone who just started music prod, tutorials/advice are often overwhelming, but I found this really helpful. Thanks!!

[@Justsomeonepraying]

Literally so inspiring because the music itself is more important than the delivery system and most of the time you are gatekeeping yourself by imagining there are other people with supposed standards that you have not reached. well done.

[@spicenico8331]

you’re not doing it wrong. The longer you actually produce you realize how little you actually have to do to make something sound good as long as you actually know how to take a good recording. These are great. In fact I’m surprised how good the vocal presets actually sound.

[@ultraviolet7895]

i’ve started writing my own album a few years ago but never finished it because I always felt like it wasn’t professional enough or something was missing. It’s so refreshing to see that music can be fantastic even when it’s made in a simple way. Thank you for sharing!

[@livx31998]

Definitely keep making videos! The fact that your posting is better than 90% of new artists out there. I think a lot of us struggle because we go to learn production from KZbin and get so much information about what’s right and wrong when really, there is no right or wrong! If it sounds good it sounds good. Thank you for the reminder that it’s okay to use simple equipment and not overthink every step of the process 🙏🏼

[@kelvinfunkner]

So refreshing to see this video! We've used the Zoom H1 on a bunch of projects, and that's really saying something, because at our full production studio we have some microphones worth over $5000!! The H1 has been used for lots of location recording on grand piano, acoustic guitar and vocal, drum overheads...pretty much anything...and it always surprises us how good it sounds for such a tiny little inexpensive mic! You just keep making great music and great songs and keep inspiring others to do the same all around the world!

[@vaughnsamuels5589]

As someone who is constantly fighting to make progress with not overthinking my music to death, your approach to creating your music is a breath of fresh air. I'm working on completing a project myself and I am overjoyed I found this video to remind that all that matters is the music and getting your idea and the message out there. Thank you for sharing!

[@tehroflzcrisp]

This is pure. I love this. THIS is what art is. To see you show your process and expose your music in the way you are is so inspiring. I just added you to my Apple Music favorites. Don't ever apologize for your art. Your audience will find you and being sincere and honest will keep your fanbase strong for your whole career.

[@JesusArmasOficial]

I came across this video and your channel and the video title was enough for me to actually watch and listen to what you're saying in it! I've been producing music since 2019 and I love every piece of it and you reminded me of the time when I started recording where I had no idea on how to EQ, compress or arrange a track in a DAW except for what I knew what to do on guitar and some basic demo idea. I'm going to listen to your EP and now I'm subscribed to your musical journey starting today! It's better done than perfect and no matter the amount of skills that one may have, what truly matters is the music!

[@IAMSWARAJ]

This video really hit home for me. I recently released my song What a Feeling using just GarageBand and recording it on my 5-year-old Android smartphone and with no fancy mastering tools either. I completely relate to the challenges of creating music without a big budget, and it's inspiring to see others like you doing it and still reaching so many people. It’s not just about the equipment; it’s about pouring your emotions into your music and connecting with listeners. If anyone here has ever felt that passion in creating something with limited resources, you might find What a Feeling relatable too. Thanks for sharing this, and wishing everyone here the best in their own musical journeys!

[@oneineuniceson9148]

Literally thank you so much. You are a life saver. Thank you ❤

[@ianwebb7758]

Yes to a Part Two please. Well documented, particularly appreciating your earnest, honest and open delivery of all aspects. 🎼🎼🎵🎵🎶🎶

[@jackson_human]

i too love the dark lofi piano and don't really understand eq fully haha- it was nice seeing the track breakdown & vocal layering!

[@chrisgatesmusic]

I just came across this channel last night, & found myself listening to one original after another...you are an AMAZING writer & arranger!! Truly, not one 'choice' isn't perfectly placed & more so every part SAYS something. Not a singular instrument that's 'filler' & doesn't fulfill a role or evoke the perfect emotion. Vocal harmonies/stacking are staggering, & the use of the refrain on 'How Does Your Garden Grow'...hate to use the word "sophistication", but it's evident throughout all this work, yet masked wonderfully with the apparent 'simplicity'....the fact that you're not signed, I can't find a more fitting example with what's wrong with the record industry these days....this is all with UTMOST sincerity. SO glad this vid came up on my screen!!...THANK YOU for putting all this out there!!

[@manuel-7605]

Yes, part 2 please!!

[@MaddieMagdalene]

Thank you so much for sharing this. Just stumbled across you, listened to the EP and it’s GORGEOUS. Your “just do it” attitude is really speaking to me in where I’m at after years of inaction so I just really want to thank you x

[@Stepho789]

I'd love to hear a part 2!!! Thank you for this video, I love it!

[@bee_tenacity]

So inspiring. I've been writing music and have been so self conscious about releasing my music because I don't know how to mix, I'm worried I don't sound great etc. But watching this made me realise that I'm my biggest hurdle; that I should just start, and as long as I endeavour to get better, one day I'll reach that level. Also, the comments under this video are also just as inspiring. From people sharing tips to some sharing their own stories, I really can't help but to feel like where I am and what I have is good enough.

[@Nollland]

There's a lot of artists that use mics designed for recording on the go. You have a great style, and the "no money no skills" makes you do things the way YOU would rather than a professional studio. You did an awesome job 🙂.

[@rowankerkhof932]

this video was so inspiring! i've always been afraid to record my full songs and put them out there because i've always thought that i should have the perfect equipment and producer skills to put out my music. this is really encouraging to know that i can do it without having to be perfect. and i can put out my music for myself instead of for others :) your ep is beautiful and i really enjoyed listening to it

[@joshgunn2941]

Hi Jas ! Just stumbled upon your video and I’m really enjoying it. I’ve dabbled in making my own music and this is really inspiring. I think it’s funny that you were laughing at yourself as you spoke about making your recording sound dead so that you have more control over it because I totally get that ! Makes very much sense. Anyways keep doing what you’re doing ! Can’t wait to keep listening.

[@ev_ing]

I love this!. One of my favorite music/recording adages: "If it sounds good, it is good." The point is to make something that sounds good to YOU! And that's the cool thing about art...that your art gets to be the thing that YOU want it to be. I am also trying to detach myself from the idea that there's a "correct" way out there to do everything (and esp in audio production), and figure out what works for my own process. Thanks for inspiring!

[@artist.marysol]

thank you for sharing your experience!! it’s so helpful to know we don’t all have it figured out but that shouldn’t stop us from releasing music :)

[@ConfusionGrows]

Back when I did music more often, in a completely different genre to you, I was making music with Reaper - a DAW you can use for free indefinitely - and entirely using free plugins and free samples and it was fine. The fact you've got actual songwriting talent - which I never had - and something to say goes a lot further than overcomplicating the process with a load of gear or software! Thanks for a really interesting video. Good luck with more music and getting into Logic!

[@rathoquarter]

This is all very inspiring. Well done. I’m no spring chicken and still very much an amateur/hobbyist and this video is reminding me what’s important about this process and encouraging me to keep going with my own projects. Thank you.

[@annieclover]

i saw this video on my recommended and immediately recognized your name. roadworks!!! nobody else to call!!!

[@dominichebler5515]

Hey Jas, I just listened to your album. Congratulations-you really achived something great! I like the songs 'Seconds' and 'Tulips' the most. Thank you for sharing. All the best to you! Dominic

[@mel4340]

this is actually so helpful to perfectionist musicians, i'm planning to release some music but i never recorded or produced anything before and it's STRESSING ME OUT! Hahahahaha but your music sounds so amazing, i love it! Thanks for the video, i would love a part two 😽

[@MumuTheFreeDiver]

Wow, such an inspiring video. Perfect example of when the song and the performance are great, way less heavy lifting is required in production. You kept things simple and the result sounds beautiful.

[@micaela_c]

You don't know how happy I was when I saw you released Seconds because of how much a love Roadworks! I know zero about music recording but have always wanted to fiddle with garage band so I found this extremely interesting!!

[@ElectromagneticNoise]

this video has helped me realise i dont need to overcomplicate and be a perfectionist about everything, only yourself can hear any ‘mistakes’ that most of the time other people dont even pick up on! or they find it adds to the comfort and uniqueness of the track! i think with AI taking everything creative and churning it out with no humanity, having this approach to music makes it more beautiful. basically, thank you! will be checking your music out!!!

[@phantomtoast5747]

This was a great inspiration for me. Currently trying to record an album myself, no idea what I’m doing 😂 but I guess part of the production journey is figuring out things as you do them

[@winterzealot]

Your voice and your music are so beautiful and your down-to-earth advice is uniquely helpful to a beginner like me. I can't thank you enough for this. 💕

[@Pax30001]

Thank you for sharing! Your voice is calming. And your singing is beautiful! I was feeling a bit kind of not so super. lol. But hearing your music Florence and now watching your video with your calm voice just made me better. Thank you for sharing. I'm a music composer. Keep up the great work!

[@lauralouuuu]

thank you for this hunni this is such a chill and calming way of explaining this stuff

[@mateuszjakubowski6472]

"It's not perfect" - yea, and i love it. this is the best way

[@davidmorris8319]

This was really fun and insightful! I've kinda been scared to tackle my own projects, because I often fear it might not be good enough. I try to remind myself that "somehow done" is better than "striving to be perfect, but not done". On that note, thank you for the reminder! And I'd really be interested in part 2; your experience with releasing/promoting etc.

[@ThePrimeTimer100]

Honestly, this is how you learn. I wouldn’t have thought to layer the vocals, and it sounds so good on your EP! I’m using that tip once I get to making a song for myself, my USB cord for my mic is broken, so it’ll be my phone for me 🤷‍♂️

[@simons.corner]

This video is great! I also scrolled through your channel and realised I used to be subscribed to you with my old account as I was younger. So cool to see how you've grown!

[@annieclover]

IVE LOVED YOUR MUSIC FOR SO LONG! ICONIC

[@crescentfellcollecting]

Would honestly watch a whole series of this format. Just behind the scenes producing video diary

[@Tejasmusic]

the songs are great but its the spirit of this that is the most admirable, best of luck with the future recordings!

[@EdgarAllenPoetry]

I’ve worked with musicians who have had their music professionally mixed and mastered and it’s the engineers department to do that. But your sound levels sound good and your voice is really relaxing to listen to. The pros usually add treble to the main vocal and cut bass. Then compress it. What you recorded sounds natural and haunting. The layered vocals are top notch.

[@rachellowe8896]

i adore how honest this is, thank you

[@markslandingsandaviationvi3123]

I’m playing synthesiser in my free time, and I have gotten way too much gear in the last 3 years. After watching this video you made me think a lot more about what’s important. It’s all about music and being imperfect:) I try to be very perfect with what’s “good” when mixing, but your vision takes music to a new level🥳 Thank you so much for all this! I’ll recommend anyone I know to your channel because of your way of being yourself and live with the music. I truly admire the way you work with music and I’m giving a like to every new video you post. This is simply the best video I have ever seen!!!! Man I don’t know what I can do to thank you more, I would give anything to work with someone like you👍 You owned a new sub🎛️🎚️😉

[@conorvincentjoseph4919]

This was so useful and inspiring! Thanks so much for the vulnerability in the process, you're inspiring many a procrastinating perfectionist artist I guarantee!

[@trueessence13]

Thank you so much for sharing ! I really needed to see and hear this, so helpful ! love your music and the way you work !!!🥰🥰😍😍 much love !

[@sarahhhhhh2399]

This is so helpful. I’m going to start making and releasing music, but I’ve never produced before and have no clue where to start. Thank you for sharing all of this with us. Please make a part 2!

[@soulfulandnice]

You are reminding many people that this is how ALL of us music makers start (unless you're from a rich family). We use what we've got and our talent carries the rest! ☺️ Congrats on your release! 🎉 Keep up the great work!

[@siofrain]

I relate to this in such a strong way, instead I'm crazy and put out an entire album of literally the first electronic sounds I cooked up all poorly exported. I had a whole life-story typed out but it came off too self-promo, so just thank you for this video - best of luck and keep it up :)

[@yappingstrascha]

this is super cool to watch! thanks for showing your process and being so honest about it!!

[@yappingstrascha]

and i would be very much interested in a part 2

[@mannequinskywalker]

Awesome! I'm interested in hearing more about the art, distribution, submitting places part! 🙌

[@jhondss7479]

I'm about to start the production of my own EP, and you are more then inspiring! thank you for this.

[@G.Man-]

Go for it, maybe post it up here once it's complete

[@margauxb3591]

Oh my god you just popped back up on my feed! Glad to see you're still making music!

[@larathompson9469]

This was so helpful and inspiring! Such a good message. Would love a pt 2 xx

[@sophiasantos5383]

would love to hear everything about it, thank you for sharing!!! i love the behind the song things, it's just so amazing to see the thought process

[@ooanari]

As someone who is coming back around to music, never having fully taken the leap before, and currently with almost no budget at all or training, videos like this are so helpful and inspiring.

[@jho4shoz]

This has inspired me! Would love a part 2!

[@SlaYde]

i’d love to hear the part two. promotion isn’t my forte either. artwork, though. is my favorite part about it. because sometimes it’s the art that inspires the music, and sometimes the music inspires the art. it’s usually the same effect for the listener everytime, as the cover goes with the project. but the order in which it was done, is unknown until you let it be! (if ever) cover art is all about first impressions. people love to judge a book by its cover, and some people will love an album just because of a cool picture/artwork!

[@SlaYde]

i’ve built an ep inspired by what the cover would be and it even brought out the songs titles. powerful stuff.

[@leontine8142]

I found this very helpful and especially just encouraging. And I'd love to see a part two. :)

[@krazywabbit]

appreciate the realness of this. all the best in your journey!

[@Tsa-SONGS-ABOUT-BEING-a-DAD]

Totally agree - all my equipment is cheap too - people making music like me generally keep thinking I need the next mic up, next piece of software, we need to concentrate on making the songs sound as great as we can with what we have

[@Moveplaylift]

Eagerly awaiting part 2 and thanks so much for this. It was illuminating as I will also be using GB and was thinking I'm going to need a million tracks to finish something... which clearly I will not. The music is great by the way, Nice work.

[@Malosynth]

Useful & inspiring video. And yes, a part two about the release process would be useful.

[@kimr45]

Your vocals have a Christine McVie quality and your EP Seconds is an awesome collection of songs. Keep doing what you're doing, things are gonna happen that's pretty much guaranteed.

[@Lorena-l9q]

Great video! Loved what you said at the end!❤️

[@blauwalrind]

jas i love this video and it inspires me very very much! thank you for sharing and telling us!

[@charlierewilding]

this was soooo fascinating. thanks for sharing! love your music xxx

[@mrmerezz]

I'm currently in the process of recording an EP with my band, and sadly its beign a frustrating process, lots of stress due to expectations and self-impossed pressure. Its lovely and inspiring to see someone creating in such a freeing manner and happily. Thanks for sharing! This inspired me

[@MelodyMaker]

Let it unfold. You can do it.

[@-jank-willson]

take a lesson from 60's and 70's music - they didn't have all this modern digital computer audio software... If you listen, they often don't have perfect eq, perfect mix, etc. often also, the instruments are not in perfect rhythm, or there might even be a few notes missed, because back then recording was expensive and the artists didn't necessarily have the money to do a do-over. And yet, we consider those songs 'classics'...

[@ShaunCosmos]

your songs are fire, just listened to em now, you truly deserve a professional studio but either way you are a real authentic artist with respect to the art

[@147supercool]

I would be really interested in part 2. Thanks for sharing this. you showed me that I can do it to

[@danielaivmusic]

I would love a part 2! This was very expiring

[@justinwilson957]

great video sis, loved how you spoke about just trying/ figuring it out- that's what it's all about. Keep it up!

[@stephcarpediem]

this was lovely, thanks for sharing!

[@onetenthhero]

Great video! Super inspiring and SO much better than watching/listening to someone who 'knows it all' (or pretends they do). .... Almost forgot to mention - beautiful songs too! Please keep the videos coming.

[@BRPartyPeople]

your advise is very useful, don't worry about that. thanks for the video, loved your content!

[@loveme1641]

Thank you so much for this video 🙏❤️. As an aspiring artist, who also has very little music production & graphic design skills (& basically no marketing experience), I was this very motivating, comforting and inspiring. It’s just what I needed to hear to start getting out of analysis paralysis and start writing again. BTW, I’d love to see videos on how you release your music & create your album art as I, again, don’t have much experience nor skills in those areas either. Please release them and thanks again 🎶😊

[@joaquinbaume1291]

i made an album and an EP with (literally) no money or skills by myself too!!! the album took me 5 effin years to make because of many complications (my pc broke down) and also i had no money and had to borrow mics and an audio interface x_x the mixing SUCKS but hey i'm still proud of it i'm currently listening to your EP and i love how organic it sounds, so intimate and personal. feels like a warm blanket on a cold night. very immersive, great job!!

[@permafriday]

As someone who has multiple projects out, this has still been really useful for me. I love the shirt, too!

[@maxt774]

I loved this vid! I’m gonna go listen to your music right now! This vid also helped me bc my first single comes out in a few days and I recorded and mixed and mastered it myself at home so I’ve been very nervous about it sounding “professional” and your video encouraged me that music made at home CAN sound great! Thanks!

[@BadAtProducing]

Such a calm personally man, watching this gives me peace

[@arin.officialwords]

Wowww i need this so bad! You’re amazing for sharing this and not gatekeeping. Thank you!!!!

[@elijahlamar7]

Greet video! Loved your insight and yes this was helpful and I'd love a part 2 on the art work and release

[@dashcmusic]

your voice is so unique!!! im thinking about releasing music, more as a producer than a songwriter, its great seing people learning how to do the same thing i am hoping to (:

[@gmorales.audio93]

This is great work, congratulations!