Let's face it. Nobody wants to hire a music coach. I don't & you don't. That said,  I've hired many coaches in my life & don't regret a single one. Some of you may actually be looking for a personal coach right now. I'd argue that it's not the coach you want,...

Back in My Day: "Paul McCartney's" Rant on Modern Music Production Sometimes when you find yourself struggling with modern technology, thinking, "This freaking computer! Why doesn't anything freaking work! Why do all my music tools suck!"—you've got to ask yourself,...

Many producers fall into the trap of endlessly searching for the perfect sample. They invest countless hours in browsing libraries, websites, and sample packs, hoping to find that one sound that will elevate their tracks to new heights. However, this perpetual quest...

Nearly all songs you create are going to start off sounding a bit bland. Most great songs have pretty humble beginnings. The challenge for newer producers is that they find it difficult to bring their music to the next level, so they are often stuck on bland. This...

Have you ever found yourself waiting for that magical moment of inspiration before sitting down to produce music? The belief that creativity and inspiration should always go hand in hand is deeply ingrained in our minds. But relying solely on feeling inspired could be...

I've written previously on the many benefits of cold showers on my health and overall well being but I've never really gone into the details of how I got started & how you might be able to do the same. The truth is, the thought of cold showers sucks but actually...

Ever since I was young, I always had a deep connection with music. I recall at 13 or 14 I was "DJing" for my mom's friends with my dual cassette boom box & small collection of cassettes. I also used to attempt to make remixes, cutting bits of songs from 1 deck...

The moment we've all been eagerly awaiting has finally arrived—the grand unveiling of Ableton Push 3! Now, before we dive into the details, let me give you the lowdown without overwhelming you, as you can find plenty of resources like Ableton's website and video...

Your constant search for "better" ideas is probably holding you back from finishing what you are working on. The fact of the matter is that this is just another form of procrastination. As long as you are in the process of searching for that one magic idea, you don't...

Just a warning that this post is not your typical "music tips" post. It's raw, honest & I'm not sure there is a lesson in it. My hope is that it helps someone who might be going through a rough time. Mental health issues are pretty common in creative people &...