While I certainly don't have a framed certificate stating my accomplishments and qualifications to pass judgement on anything, I'll offer my observations to anyone who want's to take a minute to read it.
To all artists; I would say keep an open mind and be careful of how you categorize yourself and your music. I've come across artists who put themselves into the "rock" category only to find they don't seem to fit there. I point this out because I feel that sometimes they're being passed up by listeners that are searching a different category.
This brings me to another point of view. Music should probably never be labeled in the first place. Categories and labels create an environment for judgement even before we ever hit "play". Maybe there should be fewer categories or "walls" so to speak between music types.
I'd like to mention another bit of advice to young artists. Hopefully they'll find it helpful for their music and maybe life in general. Don't worry about being too perfect or polished in your music. Being relaxed is important to creativity, your skills will improve with time and practice. There's certainly a place for absolute perfection when it comes to hitting every note and accomplishing that flawless performance, but this takes years and a dedication that's not for everyone. Music is as much a journey as it is a performance. It stirs feelings and takes listeners to a place that's unique for everyone. Spontaneity and emotion are often more important than perfection. For myself, I enjoy hearing new music that's a little rough around the edges. How it flows is always more important to my ears and my heart.
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I've been on Reverbnation a few years now and thoroughly enjoy it, I tried other sites and didn't get the same experience. The popular ones that offer the most extensive playlists are crowded with advertisements and new artists are buried beneath what's trending. My playlist is small by most standards but I enjoy each song and listen to them often. I always tell people that there are so many good artists that they will never hear. On Reverbnation I can easily find and listen to new artists and established artists that are difficult to find elsewhere. I think some of them just don't realize how talented they are! I guess if I had to be critical of anything about this site it would be that I find it difficult to navigate the interaction with other music lovers...and it could use some updating to keep fans and artists interested. I have 0 friends only because of the awkward platform, but hey it's about the music anyway :)
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While I certainly don't have a framed certificate stating my accomplishments and qualifications to pass judgement on anything, I'll offer my observations to anyone who want's to take a minute to read it. To all artists; I would say keep an open mind and be careful of how you categorize yourself and your music. I've come across artists who put themselves into the "rock" category only to find they don't seem to fit there. I point this out because I feel that sometimes they're being passed up by listeners that are searching a different category. This brings me to another point of view. Music should probably never be labeled in the first place. Categories and labels create an environment for judgement even before we ever hit "play". Maybe there should be fewer categories or "walls" so to speak between music types.
I'd like to mention another bit of advice to young artists. Hopefully they'll find it helpful for their music and maybe life in general. Don't worry about being too perfect or polished in your music. Being relaxed is important to creativity, your skills will improve with time and practice. There's certainly a place for absolute perfection when it comes to hitting every note and accomplishing that flawless performance, but this takes years and a dedication that's not for everyone. Music is as much a journey as it is a performance. It stirs feelings and takes listeners to a place that's unique for everyone. Spontaneity and emotion are often more important than perfection. For myself, I enjoy hearing new music that's a little rough around the edges. How it flows is always more important to my ears and my heart.
Krad
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I've been on Reverbnation a few years now and thoroughly enjoy it, I tried other sites and didn't get the same experience. The popular ones that offer the most extensive playlists are crowded with advertisements and new artists are buried beneath what's trending. My playlist is small by most standards but I enjoy each song and listen to them often. I always tell people that there are so many good artists that they will never hear. On Reverbnation I can easily find and listen to new artists and established artists that are difficult to find elsewhere. I think some of them just don't realize how talented they are! I guess if I had to be critical of anything about this site it would be that I find it difficult to navigate the interaction with other music lovers...and it could use some updating to keep fans and artists interested. I have 0 friends only because of the awkward platform, but hey it's about the music anyway :)
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