My Biggest Regret on YouTube (I should have done this sooner)

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[@RhettShull]

The scammers are getting out of control, please don’t try and reach out to me on Telegram, it’s not real.

[@raf475]

How about by homing pigeon?

[@unknownunknown6201]

Thank you for putting this here. They are horrible. I always write scam in all uppercase and they delete the comment.

[@kingcarmichael]

Thanks for the heads up. I don’t comment on KZbin much and I was thrown off by that Telegram reply. I thought it was a scammer.

[@DerekBolli]

Report them to KZbin using the dots menu next to the comment

[@NJSonye]

I was gonna call Western Union. I haven’t sent a telegram in 30 years.

[@dtjacobsmusic6123]

You're so lucky to have such a supportive father Rhett. I brought my guitar to my parents house to play my songs for my mom when she was dying of cancer and my father said, "No one wants to hear that crap." to me. Never take his support for granted. 👨‍👦

[@slicksalmon6948]

Reminds me of when I gave a tape of my album to my parents and they said "what are we supposed to do with this?"

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

Thanks guys for sharing! I am a forever student. Love to learn more things around music, guitar...

[@travisraab]

yeah Tomo!

[@demezzerate6769]

one of, if not the best guitar teachers talking about how he’d love to learn more things around music. this is why you’re one of the best guitar teachers of all time

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@demezzerate6769 Thank you!!

[@joshuatavares2384]

You sir are an amazing teacher. I love that you include your family and show how important that is. I appreciate that you still want to teach others what you’ve learned

[@TomoFujitaMusic]

@@joshuatavares2384 Thank you so much! This order... Family, Cats and Guitar!

[@Texasbluesalley]

The history of guitar teaching/infotainment on KZbin would be a good subject for a documentary style video. As far as I know, Robert Renman (formerly Dolphinstreet, now Master Guitar Academy) was one of the first. His first lessons appeared in 2006. Justin Sandercoe, John Tuggle (Learning Guitar Now), StevieSnacks (my channel name before Texas Blues Alley), Marty Schwartz's old channel and Next Level Guitar started uploading in 2007. I I went full-time on StevieSnacks in 2009, but it wasn't on KZbin exclusively. Back then there wasn't enough traffic on KZbin to make any serious money, so like most people from that era made my living authoring courses and using KZbin to attract customers. I could be wrong, but I don't think very many guitar videos (in general) got enough traffic to make serious money until later. When actual professionals who came FROM the music industry began using KZbin (Tim Pierce, Rick, Rhett, Pete Thorn, etc...) the amount, quality, and subject matter of guitar videos changed a lot because you guys have the wealth of your experiences to draw on and share with the audience. And the production quality of everything has gotten so good, it really is a great time to be a guitar player, and fan.

[@warmcrunch3829]

You keep getting ignored, Anthony, and you don’t deserve it! This is a great idea

[@Texasbluesalley]

@@warmcrunch3829 I have two kids and have been married 20 years. I'm used to being ignored.

[@RhettShull]

Thanks for the comment Anthony!

[@abick8725]

Well said!

[@JJDon5150]

Can't forget Steve Stine either. He probably puts out some of the best content and has been consistent with it for years.

[@RC32Smiths01]

It's always cool to see you guys collab. Appreciate the in depth and honest to earth content here Rhett!

[@davidsage6129]

Around the 36 minute mark, you and Rick were talking about your motives being things you found fun, intriguing or interesting. I think that’s the essence of yours and his continuing success because the enjoyment you get from this stuff is so obviously visible, and it’s completely infectious. At whatever level we are, that passion is shared by all of us and connects us to you. You both have something to be really proud of and I’m sure I’m not overstepping by saying we are all extremely grateful for your pearls of wisdom and gems of knowledge. Thank you both.

[@wilfredocapdeviellepaz4848]

Hey guys... (Rick and Rhett.) You don´t even imagen how lovely is to see you both talkin´... It reseamble so much to my dad (R.I.P.) - He was a singer, and I play guitar and bass.- and me, on his last years, when we have finally transsend the stage of father and son, to father and son but also, FRIENDS... I miss him SOO MUUUCH, we were on that point where you are SO open spoke and hearth, talkin´and shearing knowlege about music, car racing, girls, cinema, history, mytologies, EVERYTHING. The satisfaction that produce when you REALLY connect with someone generations older than one, with the agrees and desagrees, but ALWAYS from the love, respect, and admiration... MEIN-GOT. So please. PLEASE, never stop. Enjoy your friendship and co-working. Really, you both make my life, so, SO much better. GREAT HUGH AND CHEERS, from Mercedes, Uruguay.

[@mykhedelic6471]

To be honest... Rhett's videos are fine now, quite useful, actually--- but back in the day, maybe a couple years ago, they were art, some of the classiest stuff on KZbin. Those reflect that interest in docs and filmmaking that he mentions. I really dug that stuff.

[@DrJeebles]

I believe I found your channel sometime in 2018 shortly after I found Rick's channel. I picked up the guitar again, after a fifteen plus year hiatus, about six months later and the information I've received from you, Rick, Tim, Marty, Pete etc. has been invaluable (yet free, except Rick's book. I paid for that but it was well worth the money). Thank you, Brett Schultz!

[@dtigers07]

Found Rhett through Beato’s channel. I’ll never be a great guitarist, and thats ok, but I will always be learning and your channel is super valuable for it.

[@diegoreyes2834]

I believe you can be a great guitarist! Don’t give up!

[@MrEdWeirdoShow]

Yoo kin doo eet!

[@AndyX]

i think a small improvement that I see many "youtube" stallwarts do that i like is they save any reminders to subscribe or adds about side financial generation efforts to near the END of the video ,,,after all if a newcommer to the channel sticks it out thru a video than they are most likely to subscribe ,,,,any sidetack to the subject of the video at the beginning (mentioning subscribing,patreon,,ect) ..is better not tossed in right off the bat...just my tiny opinion but its truely honest and i really appreciate those who do this

[@iamswitters]

In theory, I completely agree with you. And I don't like being "sold" to all the time either. But, as a Live Streamer and video creator (nothing to do with music) on KZbin, I can tell you from experience that what you said is simply not the case.

[@Mike_Hancho]

1000% Agree. I really like the way Rhett's videos I have learned a lot from his videos so I would probably still watch with interrupting ads. Just my 3 cents

[@nuthinbutlove]

Agreed!

[@lilybeejones]

Yeah I don't like when the start is ALL just "hi! Please like and subscribe!" You're just wasting time that you could be hooking me. I never subscribe when someone tells me to.

[@castleanthrax1833]

I've always thought it really conceited to ask you to "like" something that you haven't yet watched. How tf do I know if it's any good UNTIL I've watched it.

[@galoguitarrista]

I love when you guys just sit around and talk about stuff. I really miss those Rick Beato's videos where he would invite a couple of friends (you were in a few of them) and talk about random music-related topics.

[@Hominid999]

One of your best videos. Thank you for being so transparent - you're an inspiration.

[@austinshaner]

Rick, you probably don't remember this but I came up to you at Namm this year at the Abasi booth and told you briefly how much I appreciate your videos and that you helped inspire me to start my own channel. It was exactly how Rhett said, I had spent thousands upon thousands of hours learning to 3D model, particularly Guitars. There was large gap on youtube for quality guitar design content, so I threw up a video "just for the hell of it" to see what would happen. Well that first video got a couple thousand views in the first month and I knew there was something there. So I've made about 40 videos since then, getting flooded with requests and talking to prominent luthiers all over the world. It's not just guitar playing that has benefited from the knowledge transfer content. The Luthier world is exploding due to CAD and CNC technology becoming widely available. Once again, thank you both for the work you do. I really appreciate how much work goes your channel.

[@martymay9723]

Loved spending this time with you both and informally enjoying the content..... lots more please.

[@williamcarroll4490]

Best tip I got from Tim when he was teaching Lesly Wests story on the Mississippi Queen tone. He nonchalantly mentioned his 4x12 cabinet was in a vault in the garage mic to his monitor . What a get tip to control the level of blistering sound .

[@martinaddison4880]

I met a band Crack The Sky on tour in the 70s, they had their cabs in a mic'ed box off stage.

[@ehabsh9427]

Rick and Rhett thank you so much for this great conversation.

[@mark.guitar]

Love the idea of shooting out various peoples favourite mics / placement / mic-pres to see the differences. This would be a great resource. Super discussion,

[@RU-HDD-4-HVN]

Video on how to make money as a musician.... then the ad for the new lesson series starts right away. Thank you that's all I need to know now. Lesson learned in less than 2 min.

[@johnmeli9478]

Its great to hear your backstory along with Rick's. BTW, if there were more people like Rick in the world with his dedication to doing the right thing like an obligation to teach interns etc, the world would be a much better place. As far as you go Rhett, we are all pulling for you to reach greatness. Just keep on learning and working hard. Sorry this is sounding like a pep talk but this video told a very personal story of your journey so far and it was really interesting.

[@joshuacrane]

Speaking to that shootout video you did with the UA pedals versus their real amp counterparts, it may not have been the way they wanted you to do that video. But it's the video that finally got me to subscribe to your channel. I absolutely loved it. And it put the Ruby '63 at the top of my wishlist, ahead of the actual Vox AC15 I've been shopping for.

[@ChrisCollinsGuitar]

I’m hesitating starting my music tutorials channel but I just need to start! Thanks for the inspirational words Rhett and Rick!

[@timgant7141]

Rick and Rhett, been with you guys almost from the beginning. Congratulations to you both for pushing the boundaries of what KZbin could and should be.

[@CasioChaosTheory]

Rhett and Rick, thank you so much for sharing your experiences and journeys into the world of KZbin. Hearing about how you both started into this whole video making business and what you had to do and learn to get where you are now is incredibly and insightful to newcomers wanting to jump into this game. I'm still a fledgling channel with just over 18 months of regular video uploads, and though I am tiny compared with both of your channels, I can absolutely relate and concur with what you need to be able to do to even have a chance of getting a channel off the ground today. Like both of you, I come from a background of being a musician over many years, and like Rhett, I had zero experience of being a lecturer or teacher. I just wanted to write and record music and have an outlet for it. Along the way I realised how much the music business has changed, and that original recorded music alone (in most cases) is no longer enough, so to get anywhere these days you need to have an active presence on KZbin. My journey has taken me to learn about camera/ photography, videography, lighting, video editing, presenting to a camera, sound engineering, graphic design, scripting, thumbnail creating, optimising videos for multiple social media platforms etc. etc. I've still got much to learn, and though I have learnt a lot so far, with this self produced video industry platform there will constantly be new things to learn and changes to adapt to. A few years ago I never though that I'd be hosting my own KZbin channel, but thanks to all the information and guides on KZbin, and inspiration from the likes of channels such as yours, it gave me the push to give it a shot. Thank you both for your wonderfully informative and insightful videos!

[@KennethGonzalez]

Right on, Brett. Great video. Thoroughly agree with your closing comment. I don't think there's been a better time in history to be a music student, given the extent of the resources available today with a swipe or mouse click! BTW, "knowledge transfer"? This has been around for a *very long time*! I've been engaged in doing this for over 30 years and others had been doing that long before I started. We described it as a means of being able to meet someone's training and development need: 1. Without having to be on the hook for the rigor and cost of providing a formal classroom experience for the learner 2. Having the flexibility to meet the learner's need where at whatever level of competency they'd already gained. In other words, it wasn't a singular pathway to follow. It was all about customizing the experience to meet the specific needs and competencies the person needed to gain, getting maximum use from the time and ability to directly engage the learner.

[@raymondmeers]

This is your BOOMER follower. Love both you and Rick. I have been writing and recording Since 1992. I just got your rhythms basics course, went thru it and need to do that again. I have All of Rick's courses but I mostly need the ear training. I have only been in one band, garage band with my brother and neighbor way back in late 60s early 70s. Had a horrible guitar teacher(myself) and no mentors. So thanks for all you do.

[@kyleeld123]

good convo, love seeing u guys being real and chatting

[@florisbackx1744]

I always love it when You and Rick sit down and yap about everything and nothing👍👍

[@ncd1967]

This video is incredibly interesting to me because as a student of art school in the very early 2000s I’ve always seen and understood that artists and musicians who do other things as well as there main thing were the people who actually can do things, not one trick ponies unless you are so incredibly phenomenal at one thing.

[@richardnagamitsu1582]

The whole music industry has changed. I spent 25 years in recorded media retail. Now everything is digital. It think the evolution of all aspects in the industry had opened doors for musicians and other industry professionals.

[@RobFlaxMusic]

11:52 “Basically the only thing I watch is KZbin.” Big same! This platform is a ton of work but I love the community. Appreciate you both.

[@Lowtech14]

Hi guys. Rhett, I showed my son, fresh out of law school, your video about how you got started in the music business. It’s a great lesson on keeping one’s eyes and ears open, and to pull on some threads, you never know where they lead.

[@johnsworldofvideopoker]

Well Done! Keep doing More, More, More!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻🌎

[@perrymann6807]

Kudos on yet another great ‘knowledge transfer’ video and all done without a single note on a guitar being played!! There’s a chemistry, genuineness and integrity that permeates both your channels and many of the guys you hang with such as Tim and others. THAT’s the ‘secret sauce’ that has me coming back over and over!!

[@richieworrell]

Great video Rhett. Random question for you - do you happen to know what model that strap is on the strat you're holding?

[@jordanrazowskymusician8178]

Great insight.

[@barrymiller2272]

You guy's do a fantastic service to all guitar players....and should be compensated well....i thank you both from the bottom of my heart

[@danepaulstewart8464]

Listing all those skills a musician now has to have; video editing, camera tech, color grading, channel optimizing, etc., … all that stuff IS the reason there will never be another Beatles or Stones, or Van Halens or Smashing Pumpkins… They all came from an era where a musician could and DID spend ALL their time working on their instrument or their craft. I remember sitting at lunch at Jim’s Grill with Billy Corgan and listening to him talk about growing up living in a apartment with his dad, and he said he had “no life”, he just spent all his time in his bedroom with his guitar, playing and learning ALL the time. Or being at James Iha’s apartment and noticing that his idea of spending his free time was to sit down and learn EVERY guitar part on whatever new record had just come out that he liked and was listening to. THIS is what it takes to get to those levels we all love so much and make all these videos about! The distraction of all those other things musicians now need to learn just means they are never going to get to the higher levels of musicianship that we all love and consider “the standard”. We talk about them, we make and watch these videos about them, but I don’t think we are realizing that the environment that allowed those people to come to exist.. that environment is gone now, and the chances that we get new musicians creating RECORDS that bring all the meaning to people, and that we listen to and talk about years later are approaching zero. Sadly. Very sadly. 😢

[@joshuatavares2384]

This is where Rhett really shines for me. When he’s teaching about technology or what it takes to make KZbin work his passion is off the charts. And I respect that Rick gave him the space to express his thoughts.

[@ADAMBLAZEVIC]

If I look back when I picked up the guitar at the age of 16, man, we had 2 guitar shops in town, the only way to learn other than a teacher was a book which was very complicated and required some basic music knowledge. I put the guitar down because I thought it wasn't for me and then someone checked it out and said "Man that guitar is not set up right, how could you even play on it?". So yeah, you guys gave us the knowledge, the unlimited knowledge of music and it is so easy to start this journey now because of you, thank you!

[@andrewbecker3700]

It's definitely a different world now, and if you have the means to get some basic gear, the learning curve can be as steep as you want. Doesn't mean you'll get good fast, but the opportunity is there. I looked at it like, I'm gonna lay the groundwork and stay the course. Once you commit to it financially, then you have no one to blame for failing but yourself.

[@drippinglass]

I started in ‘86. I got the Doug Marks Metal Method cassette tapes. 😀

[@ADAMBLAZEVIC]

@@andrewbecker3700 yes, and to be honest for me it seems that gear got relatively cheaper. It is still hard to learn I think but at least you have options, I didn’t even know that my gear was crap and that is why it is hard to play.

[@andrewbecker3700]

@@ADAMBLAZEVIC Oh, there's no question the availability of let's say "adequate " gear, is much better. But that also makes it much more complicated to sift out the real good stuff in a world of overrated mediocracy. At least back in the day we knew what to expect. To much information can easily overload decision making and lead to impulse buys. I've learned to take a step back and tryn more accurately asses my wants over needs ratio. Do I really need a Chapman ML3 pro in Burnt Orange Sparkle? No, but she sure be purdy.

[@Gene_Cali]

I will take mind enrichment(knowledge) over mindless entertainment. Learning skills, and sourcing information is a blessing thanks to channels like yours and Ricks. Just remember take breaks to avoid burnout. Peace.

[@justinpratt1622]

I miss Rhett’s “crude” band vlogs! I loved the casual fly on the wall vibe.

[@TheAppalachianSon]

I appreciate y’all - I needed this video today.

[@johnspeights4349]

Great job guys love the format 👌👍🏻

[@mickster4455]

Love you two guys! You both are sharing and leaving the music world much better after each and every video. Thank You!!

[@alanconrad8490]

great discussion....thanks guys

[@thomasmcgill7229]

This is a great video. The both of you should do more videos together. you two play off of each other very well...

[@drumsNstuff79]

I think for me, the best thing a you tube person needs is good content first and foremost. You can get by with a more affordable camera (even your phone camera) and not the best lighting or setting if your content is really good and fills a need or talks about a very interesting subject not already on youtube. You can always spend money and learn more and make your videos look better, but the content has to be there first. It's about what you say and how you say it, not how good you look while saying it. And any career and recognition should be from your talent and what you share. My favorite you-tubers are already talented at what they do and just use this platform to share it with the world. (For example I love to watch a very talented guitar luthier who builds INCREDIBLE instruments. His master woodworking and his narration make them so relaxing to watch.) They aren't out to be youtube or instagram famous, but they have credibility that brings views because they have something to share that people want to learn or see, and they inspire. They know thier niche and cater to it with just great content, like you two do.

[@samdeff]

When is Rick's sig guitar gonna come out?? That thing is gorgeous!

[@kamaboko1]

Pretty soon it'll be like serving on the Enterprise in Star Trek. To get on that ship, whether you're a cook or a captain, you have to be fluent in physics, advanced mathematics, know three languages, be a martial arts expert, etc. It's becoming that way for every profession. In the 90s if you were a software developer coming out of college and you knew what an 'Object' was you were hired on the spot...with a sign on bonus. Now you have to know three dev platforms, three or more dev languages, three cloud platforms, etc., just to get in the door. Oh...and an EXPERT at everything mentioned.

[@kundal1n1]

For me all of you youtubers are a constant inspiration to pick up the guitar and get better. You keep the fire on.

[@brucelangsteiner4599]

I watched your collaboration video on string gauges. It really helped me select the correct string sets for my various guitars. Great stuff!!

[@kjellmartin190]

The mic shootout would have been incredible if it was done and with acoustic instruments. Showing experiments with placement around the instruments. I remember running PA and listening to my aunt's flute to find the right spot (40+ years ago).

[@oweneaton8531]

I'm in the Atlanta area gigging just about every weekend. Thanks for making this a discussion! Even as a bass player(which seems to have a bigger demand in my humble network) I still find it challenging to find good work

[@leaveitorsinkit242]

Rick has made videos about literally anything related to music. You can find pockets of his content in various corners of the KZbin ecosystem…

[@stephencook4577]

Great! Very informative chat.

[@Stratguy10NZ]

Great engaging conversation

[@timscarrow9151]

Very fortunate to have the networking of creators here. Rick has learn to use that. Before all this, if you were not famous, you don't matter. My knowlege is universal and I like to see others learn, and enjoy learning from players who I would have never heard of. records, concerts, may be a thing of the past.

[@Billybolo53]

Loved when you guys did these discussions on his channel. Keep ‘em coming Brett

[@pedaltasters380]

Nice conversation Rhett and Rick! One of the unrecognized and overlooked aspects of the evolution of your content is the conversationalist, unscripted style. It's very earnest, genuine, and intriguing for the viewer 👍 Perhaps this is influenced by the podcast format. Watching KZbin videos from years ago during KZbin's inception is downright cringe worthy and hilarious. Scripted, uptight, preachy, low production quality. The format has come a long way and both of you guys have amazing content!

[@mikegray-ehnert3238]

While getting a Masrer's in Christian Esucation we talked about teaching/education in two ways; mug-jug and experiential learning. In mug-jug the O'Dell is best described as pouring content into a learners head, in experiential learning the goal is to have the student get a hand/heart/head encounter with the content. Rhett, that's what I like about the vids that you and Rick do...you get an encounter with the content, by hearing and where applicable seeing what you are presenting. Knowledge transfer is good but put experiential in front of that, cause that is how both of you teach

[@seanwilson9981]

What guitar is Rick holding? I love the blue sparkle. His signature model?

[@Metalfreak327]

You guys should talk about what an amazing thing Corey Wong has done with his KZbin channel. It's like a 90s musicians tv show dream come true thanks to the KZbin era. Back in the day tv companies could shoot such things down because it's not financially viable according to them

[@stephenschramm1233]

34 min-ish - can’t stop watching the Apple screen save reflection in Rick’s pick guard. Would love to have a way to make a pick guard do that live.

[@lorcazola]

You're rocking back and forth.

[@ronhutcherson9845]

That means he’s paying attention. When those of us with ADHD sit still and look steadily at the speaker, there’s a good chance that our focus is more on being still than on listening or even speaking. Pretty soon we’ll just be zoned out.

[@mattellison3099]

Knowledge Transfer (KT) is a term we use in IT a lot - it basically means teaching, like you said :) it's a fancy way to say "get a Subject-Matter-Expert (SME - we love our acronyms in IT) to teach one or more people how a certain piece of code/software/whatever works." I haven't heard it in terms of an economy before, but it makes sense. Thanks for a great video once again. You guys rock.

[@stephenbedford1395]

As always, you guys are great! Thanks for another Saturday morn of entertaining but also very educational banter... cheers from the Land Down Under.

[@leftwrite]

Great conversation fellas.

[@mrtnbrwn]

Long format is good, so too is a discussion not just solo talking to the camera

[@Dan.Solo.Chicago]

Ricks blue double cut Les Paul totally changed my opinion on double cutaway Les Pauls. A double cut with dual P90’s, now you’re talking. It deserves its own model name separate from the Les Paul. I didn’t realize that finding one with all four controls would be hard. Having two tone knobs is important for me. I can get by with a master volume, but I need those separate tone pots.

[@josh26757]

I hear the term "knowledge transfer" all the time as a software engineer. We know a system from years of working with it and you setup sessions to share the knowledge you have learned with new resources or perhaps new companies taking over a contract. Rick and Rhett are achieving knowledge transfer through youtube. That is why I subscribe! Subscribe people :)

[@martinaddison4880]

Indeed - we have been using that term in IT for 25 years.

[@dodork123]

Yes, but I don't really jell with the idea that KT is teaching because I did technical teaching in IT at one time. I am used to it from IT in government and KT happened say at the end of a project and the installation teams would work with the people who were now going to support what was delivered and need to know how to troubleshoot and problem solve the new system/equipment. Or working with a company or contractors and they are exiting and before they go they are going to dump a lot of working knowledge onto the permanent staff.

[@gord-k7g]

Curiosity is so powerful as a mindset. It ensures you listen with purpose. And curiosity is timeless…anyone at any age or skill level can look for new ideas, insights and for people like yourselves with knowledge and a commitment to learning by sharing.

[@jujjeelf309]

Always like your conversations.

[@Frostymugghits]

This was an incredibly inspiring video, thanks for sharing your thoughts

[@AndrewWatson401]

Cool conversation. Thanks for sharing.

[@rileyioacura]

I love these videos!! I love learning about your experience in doing the guitar thing throughout the year!!

[@thomasvernier8506]

Interesting stuff Rhett (and Rick). it's a new world for musicians. more skill sets to master than just music. for us who enjoy learning it gives us a smorgasbord of teachers to choose from. with each bringing something to the mix.

[@pierheadjump]

😎 Thanks Rick Rhett ⚓️

[@felkikid]

I love you guys, just don't turn into a brand pusher. Its a bummer when you have a great channel that gets turned into clickbait bullshit that gets you clicks . Music is Win is the biggest example of choosing money over good content. Be true to yourself and you'll have followers who are truly behind you.

[@KevisaVivose]

Yeah dude, I used love watching Tyler’s videos but I’ve unsubbed now.

[@felkikid]

@@KevisaVivose it makes me sad cause he could be great, but instead he chooses to go all in for the almighty dollar. He doesn’t even put much into the course anymore, he’s resting on his laurels . I take guitar serious and like to be challenged, not spoonfed sponsors.

[@JordanSeal]

Like so many of your (and Rick’s) videos, this is so interesting and inspiring. I’m grateful for your candor and insight. But there is a little voice in my head saying: I want to hear the cynical stuff too. I wanna know how you feel about your most successful videos, or your least successful videos, or the various platform algorithms, or which platform has the best ROI for your time/energy. In a way, more about the relationship between your intentions/expectations and the reality of what has made your channel such a phenomenal success. … Or, you could keep doing what you’re doing. I will watch either way 😅

[@SoulfulGuitarLessons]

nice video guys thank you

[@richardcarr2890]

In an earlier video, you talk about the importance for an intern to be able to do, "the hang." And "the hang" is a way to achieve "knowledge transfer." In this video, you and Rick point out that there aren't really any internships any more. Videos like this let us all in on "the hang," and the "knowledge transfer" that would be the internship. Thank you for that.

[@marvinadn]

Love the long form stuff. We should always be learning.

[@scottriddle5468]

great video guys its cool to hear your thoughts on this subject. MUSIC ROCKS.

[@matthewf1979]

I have really been enjoying the videos lately. You are doing a great job.

[@JAMusician]

Hihi! I was just wondering if anybody has advice on how to grow in all these aspects simultaneously. And I guess the biggest fear is really just being overwhelmed by the sheer amount of knowledge that you have to learn. I guess categorizing them as being a Producer and a Creator, under both categories there are the Technical and Creative aspects but yet within each lies many different challenges. Any tips on how to manage the learning load? Thank you!

[@outwook]

As a young physist and a future PhD I must say that the skill set expands almost for every job. You can't just know your particular thing (as music or physics). You have to be able to do at least supplementary computer jobs for your needs as video editing or coding. Even the entry level knowledge in the complimentary jobs is better than nothing and can help you greatly.

[@tymeryder7264]

Love the content. I feel it is helpful to talk about these topics.

[@mikegalinac1427]

I love both of your channels. I find myself DOA with standard cable TV or to some extent streaming services like Netflix. Granted I'm music nut but still it's pure, it's fresh and interesting.

[@eljison]

I love these discussions, but you are both sitting there with guitars in your laps... please play them! Even a silly little jam as an outro would be fun to watch.

[@twiztedbullet]

I wish I could watch KZbin without 20 ads all through it, and without having to pay for no ads. I'd rather pay you guys individually for website access to these videos as well as the courses, which I've happily purchased. Thanks for sharing and teaching us so much!

[@patrickmckibben1932]

Nice Mary Kaye strat Rhett! I built a modern style copy from a warmoth body and neck. It’s my favorite strat that I have at the moment.

[@budgetguitarist]

Great advice! I only do my channel as a hobby (along with the website) but I still take it seriously. Mostly. It IS definitely very creative - I've grown to enjoy editing.

[@philipatoz]

The biggest con I can see for someone starting up a KZbin based music-content career is that you are gambling upon a vehicle controlled by a nebulous corporate entity that controls what you can and cannot put out there. In fact, if you transgress the wrong "invisible" line, they could shut you down in a heartbeat. It's not a democracy and you can't control it - that's a rather shaky business model - especially, as you have no idea what the future, changing rules might be.

[@TheGeniuschrist]

40 minutes is a good length for a practice session. Well done.

[@CarstenGoeke]

Super interesting. Thanks for sharing ✌🏼 Would love to hear some tips how to grow on youtube etc. greetz

[@Thirsty_Deer_Studio]

I am currently in the process of doing this very thing. I've been playing music (guitar, drums, bass) for 30 years. I also work a full time job but I'm putting out a KZbin video every week with an original song every week. And a couple Instagram videos a week about my thought process for the song and KZbin video that week. How important is TikTok?? This is one media I'm not familiar with and don't really have the desire to be. But I'm willing if it's needed to grow my other channels. And I couldn't agree more, All of this is alot of work but very rewarding and freeing to unlock more ways to make your creativity tangible. And productive. Thanks for all the work you do, and inspiration Rick and Rhett....🙏

[@hairmandan]

That was cool listening to you guys. But even cooler was watching the reflection of the monitor on Rick's guitar. Someone should make a guitar like that with built-in effects that light up.

[@RobCowie]

Please stand still.

[@kevincothron5089]

You are not the only one having issues with the scammers. Wish KZbin could get on top of it. I enjoyed the video. I don't think you inspired me to start a channel but it was cool watching you guys talk about it and how you got started.