YouTube made me want to quit guitar

[@vandal_dk]

You might not enjoy the whole KZbin thing right now, but I’ve enjoyed your content for years and still do. Cheers!

[@kipuchino]

Wow. KZbin has really started to lose the plot. I'm sorry that's happened to you. I will continue to watch and support as much as I can.

[@HenritheHorse]

Always the plan with Google and going according it.

[@JackFossett]

I’m with you buddy. 100% going through the same thing.

[@live2shredguy]

You may not know this but your channel is actually underrated, the quality of the videos is amazing and your tones and tutorials and some of the best on KZbin

[@bigwomp932]

I’m sorry you’re going through this man. I really enjoy your content, and you have an incredible ear when it comes to dialing in tones.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks man! I'm doing allright!

[@ronway6222]

Thank you for sharing your story. Selfishly, I hope you keep making videos because I absolutely love them. All of them. Your playing is incredible. Your camera work is beautiful. You also seem to be very honest and genuine. Thank you for inspiring me.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks a lot! Yes, I will contiune 🤝

[@Texasbluesalley]

Very sorry to hear that this happened. I've been on KZbin for over 16 years, and there is almost no motivation to continue making content here.

[@RadioBluesPR]

I've been a sub for many, many years. You were one of my first subs actually. Since the white bedroom days... We love what you do dude. What YT did was a sucky thing to do and we hope you can get back what you lost somehow. All in all, pay attention to what you need and what your family needs. That comes first. We'll be here if you decide to take an extended break. Your mental health and your wellbeing comes first.

[@50Something]

The tone at the beginning is fantastic !

[@ctsguitar]

Your channel is one of my favourites on KZbin and I’ve been watching for many years. As a full time videographer myself, I enjoy the production value of your content very much. I spend every free moment I have making KZbin content on the side and it’s quite exhausting trying to do both! It’s deflating trying to grow a channel and knowing that KZbin is not helping its creators like it once did. Keep up the good work though!

[@andrefludd]

Totally understand. Even though my channel isn't nearly at your level of production, SO MUCH goes into making a video and when things aren't going well, it's hard to find motivation. Over the last couple of months, I've bought and traded guitars and gear that I never showed on the channel, and that was a lot of fun. I've also been exploring a lot of music without teaching or sharing it with anyone else. I've found that doing things without the pressure of making it into a video helps to reinspire the desire to make videos. Thanks for sharing.

[@sunlounger29]

Seeing so many KZbinrs being burnt out or frustrated is sad... obviously the KZbin thing isn't a sustainable source of income if you want to hold up some level of quality in your work.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Yup. That's why I also do other things on the side now.

[@jasondorsey7110]

​@@kantina4765I enjoyed the videos he did about older amps like ampeg and peavey

[@kantina4765]

@@jasondorsey7110 same, he's got what feels like a real passion for that stuff.

[@namtsur]

You have been an inspiration to so many over the years man, i really hope it all works out and you find your spark for this stuff again. You’re one of my favourite players!

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks a lot man!

[@TriGrutt]

I have no regrets in watching all the videos I’ve watched of yours… They made me smile, ironically enjoy more my guitars, learn a lot and enjoy all I’ve seen. You are one of a kind and I am happy to have found you in the big net. Cheers & Take care m8! Skol!

[@live2shredguy]

You are a source of inspiration, please keep it up

[@antonioalanis5237]

The great thing about this channel is your approach to the guitar. So fresh and inspiring. Thanks for creating and sharing! Keep it up with or without KZbin 🙌

[@M4rV89]

Thank you so much for sharing. I’m so sorry you’re in the middle of this hard time. I wish you all the best and I really hope you get better as soon as possible. And I really like your content and you work for what is worth!

[@R3TR0R4V3]

Glad you're still around, doing your thing. YT is a shitshow sometimes.

[@zelkovabright7723]

So sorry this is happening to you. The whole content creation thing… it’s rough man, I know I couldn’t do it. been a big fan of yours for years and always appreciate what you do. I selfishly hope you’re always able to do this, but just remember to put yourself and your mental health first.

[@Riffs79]

You're a very talented guitar player but most importantly you are a genuinely nice person. When things are going bad always keep that guitar right beside you cause it's what you love to do. Stay strong, keep a cool head & you will persevere with more strength. Every obstacle we overcome will only make us stronger. Always remember that. Keep up the great videos! Cheers from Massachusetts!

[@friedemannkrispin]

Sorry you have to deal with stuff like this! Keep up the excellent work and I'm looking forwars to that riff writing course!!

[@coreywoosley6998]

Dude, I love watching all your videos! They are so helpful, inspiring, and interesting! I really hope to see you way more often. Truely love this channel.

[@jimhart1959]

Love your channel and your content. Your channel is one of my favorite guitar channels. Your tone and style has been a great inspiration and influence. Sorry you’re going through such a crappy time….don’t give up! oh…and there were several ads during this video.

[@EricMerrow]

ah man, I'm so sorry to hear this. It all sounds pretty defeating. I definitely understand where you're coming from. I'm glad you're able to take it slowly and I'm really glad you're starting to enjoy it at least a little bit again.

[@simonedstrom4467]

Fwiw I watch quite a lot of gear reviews on KZbin and yours are by far my favorites! You have the absolute best samples with great riffs and songwriting. Sad to hear KZbin is giving you a hard time. Fingers crossed things work out from now on 🤞

[@generalkenobi6869]

Have loved your channel for a long time and continue to. I hope KZbin gets their heads out of their asses

[@briannunez9139]

commenting to get this on the algorithm. also gonna help by checking out that course whenever it drops👍

[@loganpalmer9779]

insane. thank you for continuing to make videos. really love your channel

[@adrianr2312]

Sorry about this whole ordeal. Been watching your channel for years, you're a real inspiration!

[@joshsparrowchannel]

many people LOVE your videos....... myself included! youtube can be sketchy for sure. much love my friend!

[@Tomislav_B.]

YT showed me ads in this video, fyi.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

yeah, they came back on in March or May. After the 3 months

[@SilverbackOrangutan71]

You are not allowed to quit...I have followed you for several years now -- you are my favorite channel

[@neve4020]

Here is some love 💕 Keep your uploads coming! It was your Fano which led me buy a guitar with mini humis 🎉

[@wgb01001]

Sorry to hear about these aggravations, Erik. Been a loyal watcher for many years. You do good work.

[@martijnschilders1726]

Eirik, you’re one of my favorite KZbinrs i’ve ever discovered. i love your playing style, i love your content, i love everything you do for earning the bread. I also just want to say, follow your heart and do what feels the best for you. so many respect for you. greetings from the Netherlands

[@cesmcmyth]

Your content is rad Eirik. Do what you feel to and keep going. Cheers

[@Fostext]

KZbin needs to get their act together. And I also want to say, I all but stopped playing guitar for a few years, but your channel has gotten me back into playing guitar and collecting gear again.

[@Lorenzo_Strozzi]

I'm always excided for your videos, top notch content especially for a QOTSA fan. All of this stuff you went through really sucks, I hope for a speedy recovery and mostly don't rush things! cheers from Italy

[@bobbafet9377]

Fine lad! Love your channel for scenes of humour!! I ll keep watching you anyway!

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks man!

[@DrippingTapMusic]

Thanks for sharing. I have followed your channel for a long time. It's a shame high quality content like this finds it hard to get an audience. Big fan of your demos and playing!

[@MrMystery666]

This sadness is all you lost your mojo for a while. I hope you feel better soon. This channel is one of the few I jump on as soon as I see a new video. Chin up and keep fighting the BS we enjoy your shit lots of

[@crystallineanthology595]

I'm a (3-4 years) fan of your channel. Excellent commentary and only getting better. Great gear demos. Great chops. Great genre and tone ideas. Thanks for an excellent guitar channel. Keep up the great work in spite of algorithm nonsense.

[@angel2of7death]

Love your vids man. Thanks for all that you do on this channel and hope you get that spark back to continue making amazing content.

[@EdgeofBreakup]

Thanks for sharing this. You’re one of the inspirations that led me to start my own channel, so thank you for that! I’ve recently started an email list to break free of these platforms’ control over us, such as recommendation algorithms now that IG followers and YT subscribers are meaningless. Wishing you all the best! Sean

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Hey Sean! Oh really, that's so cool to hear, thanks a lot! Yeah, I've started an email list myself. Should've done that ages ago!

[@ChristianYri]

Det suger dude. Har alltid digget innholdet ditt. Rock on!

[@Frank-bq8gj]

My favorite guitar KZbinr and definitely in my opinion the most genuine. But you’ve gotta do whatever it takes to keep it from robbing you of the joy of making music. All the best!!

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks dude!!

[@aminahmed2220]

I am sorry to hear hugs also I am praying for you

[@frankcrack777]

I like your videos and I like your style of playing! Very much! I will be watching your future videos for sure! Take care. Greetings from Poland

[@garmacintyre]

Love your channel Eirik. Longtime fan. This is brutal, sorry to hear.

[@mojo292]

Just started watching your channel, and I really like it! Sorry you’re in a rut, hang in there. You’re a fantastic player!

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thank you and welcome to the channel 🤝

[@alexymorozov]

LOVE YOUR WORK AND VIDEOS , HOPE YOU WILL CONTINUE !!!!

[@czechplastik]

That's rough. Always liked your content. Now subbed, keep going!

[@loopydemos]

Sorry you’re having to deal with this and thanks for sharing. And yes, do explore that idea of just making music and sharing that! I’d be down to listen to that.

[@mattg082]

Wow man really enjoy your content. That really sucks, and of course all us Ampeg owners and QOTSA fans have watched your videos multiple times over the years. Not too mention the countless info! I also pay studio rent, and was going to start shifting towards KZbin…but guess not. But studio rent can be pricey, and also the insurance coverage as well. It’s not just in your bedroom once you have to play loud, and get to a certain level to work. I spend 8hrs+ a week in mine, plus 40hrs a week working in AV/IT. So it’s kind of like work to take one of my days off to spend 8+ hrs in a remote location. Please keep creating content, and we will try to support through packs. Def will check out your Ampeg packs, and if you ever do a QOTSA early drum sample type pack I’d grab it! Best of luck man!

[@PedroMachadoBorges]

S*#t happens and We dont give up. We can take a vacation, but WE.DONT. GIVE. UP. You´re one of my favorite content creators and your music is awesome, so the world would be worse without your contribution to its beauty. PS: KZbin blocked you into my feed. I had to search you because i´ve missed you. I totally understand your grief and anger, But keep on going. We, the fans, are here for you and i know youre going to turn the tables and laugh at this someday. Cheers from Portugal Mate. A great hug.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Hey man and thanks a lot!

[@mykaub]

Love your vids dude! Don't stop! 🤘🎸

[@arjunbaxter1130]

You said it best man. I’m gonna plug in my axe, get a tone I like, and play something. Thanks dude

[@alexandermikrievskij5332]

If you found what you love... Noone can make you quit. Don't look for approval... You rock dude 🤙

[@brunocruzsanchez2356]

Mr. Eirik 4 years ago i started studying in a university in Mexico Since then your channel has always been there through the good and the bad, but always inspiring me to be creative curious and to keep going in life Best wishes and thanks if you ever read this you are great

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Hey, man - thanks a lot! Means a lot to hear 🙌🏻

[@musicbinderpro8903]

Many thanks for sharing… I love your channel. I’m not so good in english but I love the way you explain things in your videos. You speak clearly and not fast so I understand everything. You’re a very good player and you gave us honest reviews and thoughts. For all those reasons, I can say that your one of my favorite KZbinr. Many thanks for all your work and I wish you the best. Keep up the very good work. 👍😉👍

[@dwaynejessome1728]

Much love to you my friend from a far

[@JJSurma]

I love this channel enough to say I hope you find your groove...but only if it fulfills you. Life is too short to hate your job, trust me. That said, it was good to see your face again and hear your voice as well. Cheers from Maryland USA!

[@seanzinger]

Find guitar tones I enjoy and make music. Sounds perfect.

[@JohannesLabusch]

I have noticed that I recently started hitting the “do not recommend channel” button a lot, and frequently on videos I hadn’t even given a minute of my time to figure out if I like them or not. This would indicate that I’m completely fed up with people hustling on this platform by trying to tell me what I should buy next. The market is simply oversaturated with people who want to be the next big gear channel. And the newer somebody is at this game, the more obvious the grift becomes. Titles in the format of “don’t buy this, by that!” Or “such and such manufacturer should be very nervous” reek of desperation and opportunism. So I’m glad about the dozen or so tried and true channels, like yours, where I know that I will be spoken to with respect, and by actual musicians.

[@PaulReno]

Please don't let YT spoil your enthusiasm for the instrument we all love! I'm actually quite happy that I have my day job and can let my channel run alongside for fun, even if that means that it's growing at a very slow pace. Our love for music should always be at the foremost when it comes to motivation,.

[@andrewk7370]

Fan of you and your channel, YT sucks. Had several ads while watching this video FYI. Don't give up, that intro song was awesome.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks! Yeah the ads came back around May I think. After the 3 months

[@JakeWilliams-guitar]

Keep up the great work/content!

[@rgr4929]

You are the greatest guitar KZbinr! Keep on!! :)

[@Aniki82]

I'm so enraged by this behaviour from YT.... It's clear that we are back to the 19 centuries I hope you will keep making video and sharing with us your passion

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

I will! Thanks for the support!

[@andrew6889-p5c]

Sorry to hear this. You are great. I always worry when someone turns the thing they love into their job it has the potential to destroy the love they had for that thing. I really hope that doesn’t happen to you. Frankly, it sounds awful to be making the cool and creative videos you make and then having to worry about how many people view and how much money it generates. We shouldn’t be using some clumsy algorithm to decide how we spend our lives.

[@mariusninja37]

Stå på! Utrolig bra kvalitet på det du gjør :)

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Takker! 🤝

[@jakenoren4614]

I understand what you are feeling. Burnout, discouragement, etc. I’ve been watching your videos for many years now and I just wanted to say you’ve made an impact! My advise would be to change it up! Switch the setting, create a new side of the business, something to engage your mind and get you excited about the future!

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thanks a lot! It has drawn me more towards working as a DP, which has been a lot of fun. But music and guitar hasn't really been a part of my everyday life in a while. Need to make some room for it again.

[@kidsween1]

Crossroads man. Love your stuff and would love to see more. Have enjoyed it enormously for years. But nothing lasts forever. Maybe it’s the cue to move on and try something else? Just be happy.

[@tonyz4292]

Personally I think KZbinrs should stop with the top quality productions, I don’t mind lower quality videos and lighting and all that kind of stuff- something about old school KZbin was more attractive to me

[@misterknightowlandco]

KZbin guitar community was a lot more fun when it was kids arguing with old timer bar band guys over tonewood just sitting in their room with their iPhone. Once the corporations, stores and gear demos got huge, the fun disappeared. This was supposed to be guys just shooting the shyt, trading licks and lessons and arguing over stupid shyt like tonewood. Now it just sucks and I don’t blame anyone for quitting.

[@heggy_69]

I agree, like I'll still watch a video regardless of the production values but something about a video looking good kills a bit of my interest. Only for visuals though, I feel the opposite about audio

[@LAZERBEAMBAND]

You figure if you’re flagged they’d have a person or team monitor your channel to prevent stuff like this from happening. Sorry to hear this because you and this channel definitely doesn’t deserve to be demonitized

[@jeroenvaneekeren]

Good you're back!

[@JeanThomasdeVoghel]

Sorry for you man, love your videos, please don't stop :-) In regards to KZbin and monetisation, I understand that there could be some blurry lines here and there, or maybe some litigations, but cutting your money income without first discussing this properly with you so you can share your point of view is not the proper way to handle this. And fully understand this can cause a lot of stress to content creators, shame on you KZbin !!

[@brrunhilda]

Fuck, sorry your gong through this. i love your playing.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

I'm doing allrigh now, luckily. Thanks a lot for the support!

[@JordzDazza]

I'm so sorry to hear that you've been hit with these unpredictable financial blows. And of course, once your passion turns into a job, it's extremely difficult to find the joy in what you once loved. I was a piano teacher for a few years, then I was a salesman in music retail. They really destroyed my passion for playing. Music was an escape for me, but it was suddenly all around me in the least creative way. I'm still trying to find my way back. I think what you're experiencing is normal.

[@bunkerbradley2293]

Etchellenté opening jam 🌈

[@sichuancowboy]

Not saying you deserve it, but this is what happens when your employment is solely based on a faceless employer and the employee holds no worker's rights... Rough business model mate.

[@kelanjaym]

Whenever I see videos like this it just makes me wish there were third party groups who could contest and resolve these issues with KZbin’s shitty guidelines. This platform is a blessing. The good channels (such as his) are basically free entertainment and education, but I hope something forces KZbin’s hand into providing resources and clear regulations in favour of content creators, instead of the endless march towards burnout they’re so keen on making creators walk. Wishing you all the best LRGD x

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

hey, thank you, and you are absolutely correct. Some sort of third party group or union or whatever. I can understand that KZbin is so massive that they can't resolve all cases like this. And unfortunately they'll have to automate a lot of the stuff that they do. But it's so vulnerable, and it can mess up channels, companies and a lot of stuff but being this dysfunctional

[@pettersoltvedt8828]

Hei, Eirik. Tar den på norsk fordi jeg kan. KZbin (og kjipe utleiere) er ganske ubrukelig, altså! Ta vare på deg selv. Håper selvfølgelig at du fortsetter å lage videoer, men vil heller at du trives og lever godt enn at du lager videoer bare fordi du må. Takk for bra videoer, fet lyd og til lommeboken min for at jeg ikke har råd til en pinehome-gitar

[@frankhughes5702]

While watching this video a comercial popped up halfway through. I hope they pay you for it. I love your content.

[@sheppardrj]

KZbin: I’ve watched much of the content from this channel…which is both unique (original) and top notch. It’s content providers like The Living Room GD that keep me coming back. If this is how you treat your providers then I’d happily seek content elsewhere.

[@khalidlokman5268]

This is wrong. Been enjoying your channel back when you were simply doing demos with you Fano. Stay strong brother 🙏

[@robyrocks]

Same here! Last Monday, my channel was demonetized. Same problem with the shorts. Like you, I have had a channel about guitar for seven years. Full solidarity! KZbin is terrible.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Oh dang! No explanation?

[@robyrocks]

@@LivingroomGearDemos No specific explanation. I re-uploaded 3 Shorts from other sources, and they suspended monetization on my entire channel. I have around 1,200 videos on my channel, which I’ve created over 7 years… but according to KZbin, those 3 Shorts I re-uploaded are considered ‘a large portion of my channel.’ I tried to appeal, but it wasn’t accepted. Now I’ve deleted those 3 Shorts, and I’ll have to wait until November 3rd to reapply…

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

@@robyrocks Insane! I have another KZbin channel where this happened AGAIN, today. Just appealed, but my hopes aren't exactly high.

[@robyrocks]

@@LivingroomGearDemos I have no words....

[@ToneNailer]

Makes me just wanna post more

[@bubble-and-scrape]

My advice, you need to keep things simple so you can get the most enjoyment out of your guitar passion. I see so many people on KZbin becoming popular and expanding their videos with fancy studio buildup, sponsored content, trying to do better each time. Actually you get a lot more appreciation when you keep things simple and stick to your original formula. That’s what got you your followers in the first place, right?

[@tungtobak]

I haven't watched much of this channel lately and the reason to be honest is that I, even before you talked about it, noticed that you the last few years seemed to be chasing what type of video would land in views. Don't take this comment as critique as much as a difference in taste in youtube videos. I guess I like videos that are more of a documentation of something that the creator would have done anyway, even if the camera was off - as compared to "content" made for the sake of making content. I understand that if you are indeed trying to be a youtuber this is inevitable, I just thought I'd mention it - that chasing what the algorithm seems to promote at the moment or current trends can actually repel some audiences. I think it has to do with getting a bit burned out on "content". There's just so much of it, so one might start to crave autenticity. Sorry for the essay, I just went back to coffee after several months of tea. FRESH POTS!

[@GearSounds]

I have to agree with your comment. I make the type of content you mention. I am doing well and sometimes getting more views on some of my content than this channel gets. I think people are tired of "content" that has a ton of editing and is made on trending topics. I shoot my content with love and affection and although its high quality, I make what I want to, not what the algorithm wants. I, as a result, have carved out my own niche in guitar synthesizers which I believe are the future of the instrument. People want to connect with a creator and this dude is forgetting that HARD.

[@TomTrones]

Stå på!

[@katthawack8206]

Would love to hear that intro song on Spotify

[@swaffy101]

So sorry man. You are very talented and make some of coolest riffs and mixes. You should sell your music for adds.

[@grantandrews4826]

KZbin is stupid. Thankfully, your videos are not. Much love, dude.

[@santi_alvarez]

Love what you are playing at the begginning. Is it a song?

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Thank you! Something I came up with for this video.

[@WILDFIRE096]

Do you listen to Anna Calvi? That intro reminded me of "Rider to the Sea"... great playing!

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Never heard of her. Will check out, thanks!

[@zachmiller4575]

Them demonetizing the whole channel is absolutely ridiculous to me that makes me mad for you. Especially for the reason they did it cause it’s so hypocritical when people like sniper wolf just straight up steal the content and nothing happens to her.

[@Dave-ug9bh]

This is bull 💩... if youtube is your job, this is really bad... love your channel dude

[@musicmann1967]

It's really a huge problem these days that you can almost never speak to a human being when there are issues. It's even a problem sometimes if you just have simple questions that are just a little different than the frequently asked questions that the bots answer. Everything is automated, and you can't get an explanation, nor can you settle a problem if it arises. I feel for you. It truly sucks to be at the mercy of the algorithm. The bots are pretty smart but they are far from perfect. To get a blanket demonetization without a salient explanation is insane, yet it happens all the time.

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Word

[@bassman5948]

Riff course you say , where do sign up!📝

[@LivingroomGearDemos]

Hah! Best way is to sign up to my newsletter, you do so by getting the free tone guide in the description. There's probably a way to sign up without getting the guide as well, just follow the link. Thanks for the support!

[@annikinstarkiller600]

You deserve better