Good gear- I love it. Use it & we cant dispute its importance & inspiration in what we do. But too often we place an emphasis on it being the THING that makes the magic.
Ive met artists this year that have recorded in million dollar studios & walked out with tracks they didnt like. It wasnt a matter of the tracks sounding objectively ‘good’ but the song or session feeling ‘right’.
Ultimately, its you, the song & the producer you work with. Gear is merely the conduit. Important as it it may be, its truly not everything
All in all work with your limitations ✌🏼
@o.joyofficial is throwing a party on her new EP & everyone’s invited. 🎈
she’s a rockstar songwriter. through & through.
her music encapsulates the trials, exclusion & angst of growing up on the outside & embracing yourself in spite of it all.
I’m humbled to have worked with her on this forthcoming project 🤘🏻
📸 shot by @framedtulsa
it’s too easy to get caught up in what everyone else is doing. your story is the best one to keep writing. drink in that influence others give you, then tune it out. Do it for you & the right things will come along 🕊️
It’s not too early to plan an incredible year. After all, we’re not guaranteed tomorrow. your life’s work is waiting 🕊️
2025 is your year, if you want it to be.
Bolder moves, bigger & better songs.
GROWTH as an artist.
ready when u are to walk with u!
#2025 #musicstudio
Songwriters!
Go on a music diet. 🍳
Yes, a music diet. If you’re writing songs—or trying to—stop listening to music ALL the time. Better yet, take two or three days off completely every week. Throw on a podcast or drive in silence instead. At the very least, narrow your listening down to a few highly favored artists for a short time. This isn’t easy, but it is so incredibly worth it. This space will make its way into your quieted mind.
When we’re in the middle of writing music for a body of work, or perhaps seeking inspiration to write again, there are two opposite approaches that can be super helpful. One is adventurous: bringing the outside in to seek inspiration by exploring new music and artists, collecting a wealth of ideas to enrich our songs. The other is to cultivate selective ignorance by abstaining from music altogether, or by selectively listening to the music that inspires your writing the most, using it for a short time. Both approaches share a common element: INTENTION! It’s about creating space in your subconscious so you can hear the sounds in your head, and understand what you truly like rather than letting external influences dilute your thinking. The goal is clarity and authenticity—two essential ingredients for amazing songs.
Try out both and see what works for you!
d’ya get your daily train beat? 🚂
@lydiawritessongs creates such brilliant tracks to play to. so excited & humbled to be working with her on a gorgeous track list ☕️
ROUGH vs. FINAL MASTER 🥊
I bet you’ve got a few bangers recorded at home that u need to finish up?
I can take those raw files of what you’ve captured & turn it into a polished final mix & master. wanna try out my mixing? I’ll mix with you for 45 minutes, giving u a taste of how baller I can make your song sound 💫
Song cred : ‘Full Of Myself’ by @mostkudos
Off their upcoming LP completely mix/master by yours truly ☕️
lotsa fun & coffee drank this past month working on a new @sunhertzmusicfactory EP ❤️🔥
Wondering what a pro producer can do with a song you recorded at home? Each month I’m offering a few limited spots for a free 45 min mix down session.
I’ll work closely with you on your track in real time to add depth, clarity & balance. I’ll correct any problems & show you the mixing techniques I use to help bring your song to its full potential, oh & don’t forget, it’s free😶🌫️
Spots are limited for this so hit my website and fill out the short form at the bottom to apply
keep on writing🥂
-Matt Baker
