The Future Of Music

[@Spaceymusicusa]

Ur one of the very very few artists who talks about the positive sides of music Unlike everybody else who is just focused on the pessimistic sides to it

[@NineInchFailz]

Like Rick beato.

[@BENJAMIN-nz6nd]

Positive?

[@relaxmethods6958]

BEATO lol

[@offroadflow]

"Always be unique..."

[@helldotsin]

Starts with making your own sounds.

[@weschilton]

Something AI can never do.

[@geoinmot]

It is a good time for musicians. Instead of replacing artists, AI hype has exposed itself. It can not be as creative as we are. Humans are still the kings of art. It will never change.

[@Vyrkadian]

That would be true if all AI technology development stopped today, but it’s constantly evolving and progressing. Creativity comes from your experiences and from the knowledge you’ve gathered throughout your life. AI is currently in a stage of gaining experience and already possesses the combined knowledge of millions of human beings; in a few more iterations, it will surpass us in the creative aspect as well. Even so, I don’t think all is lost. As the video’s creator says, there will be people who listen to anything, and others who prefer music created by flesh-and-blood artists.

[@geoinmot]

@Vyrkadian AI is not gaining any experience or knowledge. It is as dumb as a brick. It's as experienced and knowledgeable as a Casio calculator. But I understand how easily some be tricked into humanizing something that is so far from the human experience. Humans can go a long way with a little knowledge and experience, AI has all of the internet/information from everywhere in the world and yet it cannot understand a single thing. It's just a calculator, man.

[@dm8579]

The problem is that "creativity" isn't valued very much. Each genre of music is filled with bands and artists that sounds exactly as a million others. And nothing that is played on the radio is standing out. Let's face it - most people don't care. They are happy with the most generic sounding stuff.

[@w1av]

Well Said!!!!

[@MichaelOrtega]

8:57 got a bit emotional there huh 😊 really amazing perspective.

[@MarcoB]

I found this surprisingly wholesome and inspiring. I wasn't expecting to received anything but a perspective when I click this video. I had to sub.

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Awesome! Thanks so much!!

[@EbonyPope]

@@FreakingOutWithBillyHume I think the problem with absolutely no gatekeeping is a net negative though. Many young people produce their own music including recording but you can't be great at everything. Being a sound engineer is a whole different profession for itself. Hendrix would never have been able to turn his visions into reality the way he did without the genius of Eddie Kramer. He was a virtuoso in his own right and most people can't be great at several things. That's why the quality inevitably suffers. And that is why most of the revival is around live music not recorded one. The gatekeepers had deep pockets and incredible talent that was specialized in helping those giants like Stevie Wonder translate their language into sounds. That is now mostly gone.

[@JeremyAndersonBoise]

What an amazingly hopeful take. I am on board, let’s make some beautiful art!

[@talltim9579]

Music comes from the heart. We are receptors to the infinite. Your training is getting better at tuning into that source. After that work on how to convey that source in your own way. Learn from those that came before to add and enhance, rather than start from scratch.

[@SziontificMystic]

whew! well put

[@thejunkshredder2345]

Has to be the best music related content I've seen in a while!

[@whaleguy]

The lack of a monoculture is so spot on. There is this guy Mdou Moctar. He is from Niger. That's right, Niger, not Nigeria. That's truly "middle of nowhere" for most people. But he's out there playing shows and festivals, all because of his songs being traded through smartphones. To be fair, he was spotted by a producer who brought him to western attention, but it proves you're 100% right in stating that no one is going to come discover you, you have to go out and get people to notice you. And the recognition can come from anywhere at any time. So get out there and start doing it. Best of luck, and be unique, be yourself! 🙂

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Wow! That's cool!! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@joser8574]

I’ve heard of that band and they rock

[@ES-cl5hi]

But you just said the guy himself was discovered by someone

[@whaleguy]

@@ES-cl5hi My point was that he got discovered only because he was actively out there doing his thing. Also that the lack of monoculture means he is quite successful despite not being big in pop culture.

[@peterbenjamins]

Great videos! Very inspiring/motivational for me. In a related area, why do most awards shows (Academy Awards, Grammy's, even New Years Eve) all sound so crappy? A few like The Voice get it right but most are horrible.

[@markwhite267]

I always maintain that small record shops supporting independent artists, is where it's at..

[@Cbass836]

As someone who spends hours crafting unique music and experiences every day, I can't help but feel that those who rely solely on AI are missing out on the joy of the creative process. Sure, AI can produce some impressive results, but there's something so satisfying about putting in the time and effort to produce something that truly reflects your own artistic vision. I may not always get it perfect, but the journey is what makes it worthwhile.

[@PhilAndersonOutside]

As someone who does both, I believe in the present/future musicians will be the ones who make the best use of AI, as a tool.

[@AnthonyUK100]

They will never know.

[@matturner6890]

yeah, that's just assembling music, not creating it.

[@mandyharewood886]

I am yet to hear impressive results from AI.

[@DevilOnlyKnitsLace]

@@PhilAndersonOutside I'm hoping so. I work in AI, and I tell people-- give AI a chance, it needs time to get better. I agree with you in that I think the artists are going to figure out how to use AI to make great music.

[@stephenshortall1507]

This channel is brilliant. Very inspiring words! Thanks Billy!

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

I appreciate it!!

[@perrykeshahwalker5321]

Right on man. Comparison is the thief of joy.

[@Ziegrif]

The big thing that will most definitely bring people towards people made music is the same thing that makes youtube videos entertaining, authenticity. I've watched multi-hour videos on things I knew nothing about or cared nothing about because there was passion behind it. Passion is the authentic human experience. Music made with passion will always beat out AI music.

[@techno-feudalism]

"Comparison is the theft of joy." Spot on. The enemy of artists (and I select that term intentionally) is that when creating it's easy to create from the outside, in. Which is to say thinking about the the medium or the perceived fans you might get, and forgetting that art comes from the inside out. If you keep that in mind, THEN you look at the craft of making music and get it sounding amazing. But it all comes from the heart. I love your take on the business. I've subscribed and will stay tuned.

[@gnoub51]

Great video. I’m a 76 year old Indie still making music. My nom de plume is ‘Arthur Bod’. My first label deal was back in 1970. Labels controlled everything back then, including doing nothing while owning your songs. Ask me how I know. Your videos are spot on! Glad I found you. I can totally relate to what you have to share!

[@johnmarvinkite6820]

I believe that LIVE performances are a way for legitimizing music. Seeing somebody LIVE has always been the best way to hear them. Having a live show means you could show off how talented somebody really is, or isn't. Thanks for your vital opinion from somebody who has spent their whole life in music.

[@olhsson]

Live always came first until the 1990s. Artists needed to prove themselves by attracting local fans and a manager's investment before any label would even consider them. Today, I think the biggest opportunity may be live streaming.

[@noname-ll2vk]

Lemmy from Motorhead put it well: you aren't a band if you don't play and tour. Which highlights the toxic nature of current ticket and promotion and venue control by a few big corporations. Which is trying to throttle the ability of bands to play and tour

[@Nanoamps]

you are awsome. I'm a 60-something musician who hangs and plays with much younger musicians. Their creativity is exhilarating. The music is great, and defies genre classification. I totally agree with your perspectives on this.

[@taylorvolleberg]

This was a little bit of fresh air to hear. I stopped making music for about 3 or 4 years because I felt like I was getting lost in the crowd and I didn't really have anything to offer that the world hasn't already heard a billion times. So I focused on learning audio engineering. I started school for Audio last year after learning on my own for 8 years before that. School has definitely pushed me out of my comfort zone and I have to write music for class, I'm starting to remember why I loved making music. Music has been an important part of my life since the day I saw my first electric guitar 28 years ago. I've been in a dark place lately in my life and I think getting back to writing and creating is what I've been missing. Who knows...maybe I'll make something people can relate too.

[@SkyFalling7]

Comment of the year 🎖️

[@simonholley5726]

Nice summary of where we are - and encouraging despite the odds. Cheers!

[@jonmakesbeats]

Been thinking about a lot of this recently and your thoughts are pretty close to mine. Thanks for making this

[@antoniopizarro7670]

2:18 💯 "It never has been" sensible. Thank you!! Enough of others saying how great and easy it used to be.

[@EURO_SPACE]

Awesome video, especially the part about refusing to fit the mold, I like to mix a lot of different genres and crossing boundaries, this is helpful advice

[@kodiwinslow]

I still just create music because I like it and share it with others because they might like it too, regardless of technology or status or anything really.

[@psychedelicelvis-777]

I gave a CD of my singing to my cousin to listen to in his van and said to him "I hope you like it" and he replied "Don't worry if I don't like it I'll waz it outta window". I asked him a year later if he'd wazzed it outta window and he replied "No I haven't listened to it yet, its still knocking about van somewhere"!

[@laurencesmith1435]

That's what music is all bout!

[@djsammichrapper]

Well said.

[@metroidandroid]

​@psychedelicelvis-777you're so lucky, I wish I had a cousin

[@psychedelicelvis-777]

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[@samonik11]

Boomer! Your care and self expression is doing TONS for the kids! You’re a GIFT!!! THANK YOU! :) ❤

[@gfizzle099]

I'm a 27 year old hobbyist reggae musician and this is channel is a breath of fresh air. Thanks for speaking out man!!

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Always!

[@RGE_Music]

bro same. Im a reggae musician hobbyist as well

[@ALACGltd]

Wonderful video. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts and experience with us. Balkan musician here ❤

[@NeverImageEntertainment]

Great video, discussion and point of view… we enjoyed it 🤘🏼 nothing will replace the music experience of live bands in bars, clubs, and small venues. Live music is going to grow locally everywhere as well.

[@JustinBlumenstiel]

Dude. I'm not a musician - but I love the love you have. Thanks for your channel!

[@sultanchaos2336]

Thank you for sharing your experience sir !! it is inspiring !!

[@sergioruiz9388]

Good comments, good history perspective. Agree, music has always been a tough field to survive in. Without getting into the topic of bad music being created, etc. We play, create and consume music because we love it and we need it! -It’s a passion. Tomorrow, I’m going to jam with friends. No money being paid….And I still pay for my Pro Tools, instruments, pedals, etc. It’s OK. Happy to go out to play. Cheers! 😁🎸

[@bryanbowlby8006]

Dig your input. Just put my music studio back together and am going through the steps of learning all this new digital stuff after years of not doing it. Thanks for your videos. Believe it or not, you ARE an inspiration!

[@JohnFrancisShade]

I love your perspective because you are so experienced and also tuned in to the present. And still optimistic and positive.

[@davidmorganmusicshed8946]

Thank you, what a positive and hopeful perspective! ❤

[@Randelia]

When your chart showed that AI 'quantifies artist's souls' I laughed out loud - it was the nervous laugh of unironic sad truth, but still a full-body laugh. Keep doin what you do!

[@swonic]

I've been making music on stage and in the studio for over 20 years now, and I 100% agree. Great advice! To everyone just starting out: take it to heart!!! ♥

[@publickx7611]

you the man - so wise and humble and great !!!!!! Inspiration vrs answers - I love that !

[@Sam_Utah]

"Comparison is the thief of joy"....a sentence for the ages. As both a performer and an AI lyricist and being 80 yrs old, I have the bonafides of an elder, self taught and playing since the '70's. You make a lot of sense so I have subscribed to your channel. My thoughts are that AI offers the lyricist a competent writing partner. So far, AI prompt-generated lyrics always seem to have a "tell", an odd choice of words or forced rhyme that does not work. But for the lyric writer AI can be an advantage. While you don't "own" the music, it can show your lyrics in a profound way and you do own the copyright to the lyrics if not the public domain music/arrangement. The music creation efficiency and correction cycle is just disruptive technology. However, to your point(s), if you can play live, you can still have a career in music. There is nothing like a live concert and the human connection. Before long, AI will be making virtual full band videos with virtual players that are probably indistinguishable from live humans....but they will not go on tour, play at your local venue and give you the live vibes. And, in the end, the creative individual will find a way and we should not cave to the technology......just use it. There are creative remix DJ's that just take a little of this and that from others and make something new....AI is next level and disruptive. As you say, "Comparison is the thief of Joy" Making music has always been a joy. It will remain joyful no matter how you make it. Play on! sub.

[@geogoring]

Well said, Billy 😊

[@nomedoreslapildoranmdp661]

Thanks for sharing man! You’re blessed.

[@BlackRootsAcademyOfSoul]

Great ideas 💯✅ Ironically, I truly believe the Covid-19 lock down actually helped in the resurgence of live Music. People finally realised what they were missing, it's quite extraordinary. Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿🖤

[@kingkrollinvention]

money isnt a reason to make music. I agree its awesome if you can make some but it shouldn't be the reason you make music. if it is, you will be most likely let down. music is an art. its a great way to pass the time.

[@StargirlMusicChannel]

Thank you, Billy...loved this! So happy to have recently discovered your channel!! 💗💗💗

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks so much! There's a lot more coming.

[@BirdBox_Productions]

Great video Man!!

[@RobChandler]

Real music and real musicians = Real connection! Great video, thank you :-)

[@progrockrules]

I'm 66 years old - music is my life. It's got better and better as time goes on - I see no problems whatsoever.

[@darcyweavers3060]

I'm so glad I stumbled across your channel. From a lot of the things you've been bringing up I'm assuming we've been in the business around the same amount of time. I've been lucky and was able to make a decent steady income and for the most part stayed busy. I went through many different changes including stages of bitterness, anger... luckily I have some great friends that were there to give me a reminder of what I do for a living and remind me of why I got into it, and that always snapped me out of the funk. I spent my career touring and playing as a musician playing other peoples music. It was only after things went to crap a few years ago I decided to remain off the road and start focusing on myself. Having time to reflect on the future I just want to add my opinion to this topic... There will always be a future in music an as an artist, it's what we do focus on your own/collaborated stuff, play/create for yourself. For your younger audience they are the future, imagine the possible tech that may evolve out of quantum computing... For the older guys that have been around, we better make way for the next gen... For the hobbyists, welcome, enjoy yourself. History has shown that it's always been a select few that rise to the top, but there are many ways to make a living and always remember why you started. I'm not sure if that makes any sense. Again this is such a great channel and perspective.

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks for your input. The bitterness and anger have been hard to deal with at times. Luckily I was warned by others early in my career and expected the crap I had to go through (and am still going through.... chasing royalties owed.... legal crap and lawyers.... fun...). But I love music and creating so I guess I'm going to keep on going. Thanks again!

[@darcyweavers3060]

@@FreakingOutWithBillyHume I truly believe we are wired differently, what other industry goes into business to lose money hahaha. It's been since I did a pub gig, but a buddy called me up a few weekends ago and asked me to sit in and do a duo. At the end of the night we were packing up and he says he'll send me an e-transfer in a week or so, I was confused, I asked him if why he wasn't getting cash, apparently a lot of dives no longer pay right away. I wasn't concerned about the money, I was concerned that the local musicians allowed themselves to be put in that situation. As we were talking and I was trying to explain that we are our own worst enemy, a server came up to me with the bill for the burger I had earlier. I couldn't help but look at him and laugh. I feel for the next gen, but I know they'll figure it out. As for me I love the music to much, I'm discovering a whole new world with the tech. Have a fantastic weekend.

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

They charged you for the burger you ate at the place you were playing? I've been out gigging a little lately and have gotten free beer and food. Guess I've been lucky.

[@brianb8512]

Keep at it, Mr. Hume.

[@DJMIDIMACK]

Thank YOU for what YOU do! 👊🏽

[@WizardOfArc]

I love your side by side “two sides” 😊

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

I am SOOO glad someone mentioned that. That edit took a whole to do and I kept messing it up. Thanks!

[@wizbeatbang8264]

THATS IS SOME EXCELLENT ADVICE BRO👏👏👏

[@Lewp77]

thanks for the knowledge brother ! you kill it !

[@nightnaj5278]

thank you sir for this video. Much love to you

[@just1nb46]

I went from enjoying beats, to making them, to now having an SP 404 MK2, and meeting a recording artist at his album release party my show photographer friends knows to talk about making a beat for him. I started making music just for me, then it turned into making it for some friends, and now I have an opportunity to do this for real! I am terrified but your videos have motivated me to just keep making music, esp the music I like and making it how I want to. Thank you!

[@kgthewavgod]

Art has always been about the artist and their relationship to the art. It’s always been about packaging our experiences and taste into a medium. AI wont touch that.

[@ErikHawk]

Yes, yes, and yes. Thanks for saying all this so succinctly.

[@stevemoralesshow]

You rock blessings!

[@yesweneedaclave-df3eh]

Thank you! I really appreciate your attitude, as well as your incredible knowledge! Thank you! ❤

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

You are so welcome!!

[@MarcPlaysDrums]

You’ve come to the exact same conclusion I’ve come to. People will be driven to live shows to actually see the music they consume, in a live environment whereas AI music will be just automated elevator music.

[@rudolfbaethge282]

Hi! I'm new to your channel and would like to let you know I find it really positive and insightful. Well done!! Moreover, there is value in being honest and being direct while allowing the whole KZbin world to judge your message. That's inspiring. This kind of honest content will endure and pass the test of time. Thank you for giving a voice to many of us who care.

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thank you so much! I am so encouraged by comments like this.

[@lukehunnable]

Great video! 🍻

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks so much!

[@roxanne_george]

Thank you very much, highly inspirational.

[@regmonmusic]

Good encouraging video! Thanks brother B! 👊🏽

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks so much!!

[@jurvanmill]

You are a breath of fresh air and you really seem to know what you are talking about. Keep up the good work!

[@ITSupport-q1y]

Good information, Thanks for this, cheers Terence

[@acephalica]

Absolutely lovely!

[@DavidRyan-x5c]

Thank you for making me feel better.

[@MartinZiebart-bb4px]

I love this, very interesting !!❤

[@GeorgesChannel]

Great video, i really enjoy your insides! Music can be compared to movies from the 80's which had all these all cool practical effects, which are not perfect but you see the amount of tears and sweat they must have put into them. This adds authenticity and you apreciate the work the artists put into.

[@ricardotorres1527]

love your videos bro... really educational, informative, and comforting in 2025... keep em coming 💪🏽

[@paulclarkesongs7999]

You are fresh air, informative and entertaining. Thank you.

[@ultimatenerds]

Nice one G am your mini me in the UK .. billy strings we love him .. your bang on about the landscape and what can be done.. will put my analogue tape studio online again very soon it's a 8 track tascam and small teac to mix to so the dinkiest 1 inch and mix to 1/4 inch 1/4 track 7ips gave deluxe tape comp I learned to pre eq to it and keep it's head spotless and de gaussed got some amazing results and my band got signed in 81 am 67. Glad I found you dude

[@alantischler3547]

Brilliant analysis. Great delivery.

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thank you so much!!

[@rolandmarckwort]

Thanks Billy - well said and great perspectives here!!

[@jamisonfrench]

This was rad, dude. 💯

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks so much!!

[@variable_sonics5101]

Great Video! very wise words and well said!

[@AdrogMTB]

Great video Billy. That ‘comparison is the thief of joy’ is a great quote. The only person you should compete with is yourself. You may still be beaten, but it’s a much more even playing field and hopefully you can give yourself some tips on what to do differently next time 😂

[@PARANDROID]

Chuckfull of goodness that can come only come from creative mind devoted since decades. Thank You! Lot`s of what you say speaks from my heart. Greetings from Germany

[@brucewales5965]

It’s starting to feel like your presence is being felt in my studio.

[@Danielgarymusic]

Dude your a legend. Giving me hope as an aspiring music at 30. 🙏

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thank you! You're never too old.

[@ryandavis4247]

Love ur channel as a person who has produced for over 14 years I find ur channel and ur information soooo valuable!

[@guitarshorts5624]

Great perspective and insights. Love your videos. Keep on rocking!

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks! Will do!

[@poindextertunes]

Man this video is so inspiration for someone like me who has a massive imposter syndrome complex. And you’re giving the game away for free 🙏 respect

[@stevegreen5430]

I have enormous passion for making live music, I am a Drummer and have been perormimg for over 60 years who to this day produce enthusiasm energy and 'groove'. It is great that you have produced an enthusiastic forum to encourage us!

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Good live drummers are gold. There is this guy that I worked with a bit in ATL and Nashville and is k ow for his 'pocket'. We would typically have him replace programmed drums on songs that we had started which is of course backward of the best way to do it but that's what I had. Anyway, his new drum tracks were always awesome and so in the pocket. Yet when I looked at the wave forms I could see that he was actually rushing his hi hats and other parts. It made no sense but sounded great so it went untouched. Point being that math and precision has nothing to do with soul and feel.

[@dreamingofmusicmedia]

Your smart I agree with everything you’ve said and my perspective is in the rap industry and your right about everything, working on my company I hope and I will make sure I can fix the music industry even if it’s not a major percentage of it

[@becaffelix]

i love you billy thank you so mutch for this

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thank you!!

[@jerrywemhoff]

we all love ya, Billy. Always with the good advice. As for acoustic music making a comeback in spite of the overly polished shit coming out: the pendulum always swings, lest it become a useless ballbag.

[@TheKnoxcountry]

Excellent video👌

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thank you 👍

[@soundofrool]

💪 I like how you put things in perspective! Greetings from a bedroom producer from Belgium!

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thank you 🙌

[@jasonplamer3147]

You hit it right on the head man! I travel all over the world and what i am seeing in this new age of Fake, is people, even alot of kids are starving for the real thing, and everywhere I go, live music is bigger then it's been in a long time...and all that industry rolls over into the rest of the music industry

[@josephgalloart]

Excellent insight and great advice, Billy. New fan here, subscribed and grateful for fellow professionals such as yourself. Genuinity is paramount. ♪♫♪

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Thanks so much!!

[@PoolSideChill]

Thanks bro

[@theonlyOldBlue]

I've watched a few of your videos now and from one old time to another, it's good to hear your perspective on the business.

[@champnessjack1154]

Great advice. I'd add three quotes: "Be true to yourself, no matter what they say" (Sting), "Be so good, they can't ignore you " (Steve Martin), and "Never, never, never give up" (Winston Churchill).

[@beingsshepherd]

_Be careful what you wish for, it might come true._ _The public can forgive anything except genius._ ~ Oscar Wilde [paraphrased]

[@TroubadourMusic]

Excellent episode!

[@Leland_Elliott]

Great video Billy, loving the channel. I think you’re spot on!

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Much appreciated!!

[@danielharbison5831]

Hey! Just found your channel! Great stuff man! I saw my buddy Chance Stanley in this video too! Super proud of that guy!

[@SalCaruso-JadedSoul]

Cool vid' man !! Appreciate and respect your perspective / analytics .

[@FreakingOutWithBillyHume]

Glad you liked it!

[@extramedium3920]

Case in point, The Bonniewell Music Machine. Their label made them play covers, when they had amazing originals and a unique attitude and sound. Great video, thanks.

[@theslideguy4228]

Well said.