How to be a music producer without self-destructing.

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00:00 What up
01:21 Physical Health
02:28 Posture
05:15 Fitness
06:55 Nutrition
08:32 Camel Up
09:13 Mental Health
09:34 Caffeine
11:07 Boundaries
15:42 Routines and Chores
16:40 To-Do Method
18:37 You're Doing Enough
19:55 Hobbies and Outside Accomplishments
21:59 It's OK to reach out

[@moxenrider]

I like giving posture and chair advice first instead of the “treat your room.” This makes me smile. I tried to standing desk for while, and honestly if I had more space, I think that’s the answer.

[@lastnamefirstname6035]

now THESE are the pro tips for producers! (As producing is often NOT the problem)

[@AdamSliger]

Appreciate ya!!

[@NowellValeri]

Weight training changed the game for me. I sit on a Roc-N-Soc throne with the back support. Haven't had a back problem in years. Thanks for this vid! And yeah I gotta work on the "forgot to eat" thing 😂

[@AdamSliger]

Weight training is the best for sure! Last year I really fell out of it and it took a toll on my back for sure

[@shaferproducergod]

This has gotta be the most relatable producer video ive ever watched from the people pleasing to the back problems to the depression to the coffee addiction to the kidney stones to the to do list 😂😂😂 you nailed it bro these tips are so valuable 💯

[@AdamSliger]

Haha thanks glad you found it helpful!

[@EL_N0IR_2201]

People romanticize music, production or engineering but the reality is pretty depressing 😂 holy cow.

[@shaferproducergod]

@@EL_N0IR_2201 facts even we as producers romanticize it in our own minds its a coping mechanism 😂

[@EL_N0IR_2201]

@@shaferproducergod facts bro, prob the worst part is investing hours and hours into a project just to get outdone by some dude on an iPad with the worst mixing and the songs about WAP 😂

[@shaferproducergod]

@@EL_N0IR_2201 😂😂😂

[@AVDRE]

Imma have to rewatch this a couple times

[@AdamSliger]

Glad you enjoyed it!!

[@farfromnorth]

This is true I’ve been recording and producing music for a decade now it’s only been the past year or so I’ve been confident in what I’m doing. In my experience the best thing to do is to work really hard mastering your skills for 2-3 year and then put it all to practice as much as you can. Work with musicians and get feedback from others. The BIG game changer too is to use reference tracks listen to the volume, width, tone everything and if the song is similar to the one you’re working on then copy it. Try to get your mix to sound as close as possible and then you will start to learn how to mix and master properly. From a creative point of view just try stuff, reverse guitar parts, automate a massive reverb on a vocal for one powerful word. Work hard and experiment, don’t think too much about it and if it sounds good it sounds good. Sending love from Glasgow ❤

[@AdamSliger]

much love

[@jas_bataille]

As someone who recently just turned fulltime pro I do 6-7 shows a week plus 10-15 hours ofd rehearsal and production gigs coming up, LISTEN TO THIS MAN. I am at my happiest but I am also very, very, very exhausted. You NEED to make it sustainable guys. I know that we are perfectionists and we want the best fitness or nothing, the best production or nothing, etc but now, I want the BEST HEALTH or nothing!!!!!! Also SLEEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@AdamSliger]

yes sleep is key!

[@sasunive]

i cannot find the words to explain how much i love your content. i've been here from 230 subs and i can't wait to see you reach 100k.

[@AdamSliger]

Wow, thank you! That means a ton 🤘

[@iamjumpmanj]

Thank you for this video

[@Its_yadood]

I love this bro, thank you for taking the time to make this and help people like myself to remember to take care of ourselves.

[@AdamSliger]

Always 🤘🤘

[@shrayexia6197]

Thank you❤

[@AdamSliger]

🤘🤘

[@peterbondmusic]

Very nicely presented and good advice.

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you kindly!

[@malmivaaramikko]

Great video, subscribed instantly!

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you!

[@sodiumchloride2419]

I really really really needed to hear the 'you're doing enough' thing. I'm really early in my career and I put a lot of pressure on myself to 'succeed'. I 'want this' really badly. I go to sleep every night annoyed with myself so I'm going to try your to-do list method. Really enjoying your videos, keep up the good work :]

[@AdamSliger]

heck yeah glad you found it helpful. you got this

[@PawshouseTargeted]

You dropped so many unspoken gems salute

[@AdamSliger]

🫡🫡

[@BrandonBeeMusic]

Yes, yes, yes. This is exactly it all. I’ve been producing full time for 20+ years. I have a wife and kids. This is so real and true. Listen to what Adam is saying

[@AdamSliger]

Cheers 🤘🤘

[@walterworry]

great video! Back health is so crucial! building upper back strength really helps with longer mixing sessions and just maintaining scapular retraction/good posture

[@AdamSliger]

facts

[@mosesziona2781]

This is good..thank you

[@AdamSliger]

🤘🤘

[@themillicow]

This video took 5-10 seconds to load and I actually thought you started the video by staring into the camera, completely motionless and silent, just to be funny and awkward. Made me lol

[@AdamSliger]

hahaha that would be incredible

[@LowSkyStudios]

i dig your style. great content!

[@AdamSliger]

Appreciate it!

[@ParanoiaClique]

this is an absolutely stellar video bro...

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you!!

[@JonahKrullMusic]

Yo this is a great video!! Cheers man keep doing what you’re doing 🤘

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you, I will!

[@ifeelvoid]

awesome video man! this is what prodcucers need

[@AdamSliger]

Thanks glad you enjoyed it!!

[@endmoore]

Man I like your videos

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you!!!

[@samuelfoster8615]

Good video. I'm a lyric writer, it's interesting to hear a producer's perspective. This is good advice for anyone who sits down for long periods of time, a good breakdown of ways to stay healthy. Your tip about keeping your knees level with your hips is a tip I will remember. I also use a mesh chair, it keeps me from getting sweaty. When it's cold I place fleece pillowcases on the seat and back of the chair to stay warm.

[@AdamSliger]

Glad you found it helpful Samuel!

[@PeterSavad]

Great advice. I wouldn't lie about why I have to end a session though. (When the client starts talking about last weeks episode and you don't know shit LOL). One time I had someone say they started working on something for me, only to find out I sent it to the wrong email so he didn't even have it yet. I never forgot that and don't trust him anymore, and won't work with him professionally ever again. NEVER LIE. The truth is good enough, take me or leave me.

[@AdamSliger]

I’m not saying to lie!! Just to establish a boundary even if it’s not for something serious!

[@distillednoise]

for me it's too late. My back pain got chronic and I have bulging disc on the upper back. I got the Aeron chair but it didn't help, gym didn't help, I'm kinda desperate.

[@AdamSliger]

I’ve been dealing with the same and the chiropractor has been a big help. Shopped around for one that’s more like a PT and it’s $60 a visit without insurance and it’s honestly saved my year. I know people have opinions about chiro but it’s done wonders for me.

[@H3MINGWAY]

Good game man. These are the things most of use do not think about.

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you!!

[@brinepacer]

I gotta check out that adhd planner, looks rad.

[@AdamSliger]

It’s 🔥

[@sourcefor]

Great video I just use my phone for my to do list!

[@AdamSliger]

Good choice!

[@Discododo]

🙌

[@jas_bataille]

I'll also add this : I've spent a good chunk of time in the traditional recording industry and, right now, ALL studios are WAY behind because they don't know how to work like the artists are doing since the pandemic. So if you have more convenience, faster speed, and cooler vibes, even half your top speed will easily be faster than your average big "real" studio right now. Things are changing FAST. The first cardioid mic with no proximity effect was just released, and it cost 500 (!!!) bucks... my friend who works with a MIDAS Heritage will switch to digital in a few months... so do NOT believe that you need a ton of analogue gear. If anything, investing in 2p arcade system, fresh snacks, a water filter, deep-cleaning of your home etc will be 1000x times better for your business than gear!!!

[@spacedout_bae]

Bro the way i stay mangled in front of my pc 😢 i need a chair that has a back cuz dude rn im sitting on an audomen to mix n produce 😂

[@AdamSliger]

You gotta steal a chair from somewhere then lol

[@mastermelardoz]

Fucking great stuff mate

[@AdamSliger]

🫡🫡

[@m3llowrush]

YOGA MY DUDES. YOGA.

[@AdamSliger]

I gotta start

[@MPRiley]

*blasting breaking Benjamin at the gym* - I feel seen 😂

[@AdamSliger]

Can’t say they don’t have bangers

[@ELWOOD333]

Good health is most important , sitting down for hours deteriorate your body and know amount of fat or coffee will change bad health

[@AdamSliger]

True!

[@ryanshook8284]

Blasting Breaking Benjamin on the Bench Press

[@AdamSliger]

It’s almost a haiku

[@mosesziona2781]

A hungry producer is a angry producer 😅😅😅.

[@AdamSliger]

Go get a snack

[@VERYRARE-sb5xx]

Take my shirt off in the thumbnail 😠

[@jas_bataille]

I am disappointed and my day is ruined. I really wanted to join your cult! :(

[@AdamSliger]

😂😂

[@ProdbyTISZY]

I own the same size B Herman Miller chair and I cannot recommend it enough. I’m also a little mad my dumbass paid full price for it. I’ve been sitting in front of the mixing board for a little over 16 years. Take care of your back, these are all great tips.

[@AdamSliger]

Thank you!! Even at full price it’s worth it!