By Rich Steve Beck You’ve probably felt it—the exhaustion of pretending to be “normal” when your brain operates on an entirely different wavelength. I know I have. Masking is like wearing an invisible suit that doesn’t quite fit, one you feel forced to keep on just to
By Rich Steve Beck Burnout doesn’t announce itself with fanfare. For me, it was quieter—a creeping sense of dread, a heaviness in my chest when I opened my laptop or picked up my guitar. You might know the feeling: that moment when creating music shifts from joy to
By Rich Steve Beck If you’re like me, it’s easy to get stuck there—replaying old gigs, old moments, questioning decisions, or dwelling on missed opportunities. Maybe it’s the time I didn’t nail that high note during a performance or the collaboration I turned down that
By Rich Steve Beck Let’s be honest—time feels like it’s always slipping through our fingers, doesn’t it? For you and me, as musicians, engineers, and producers, deadlines are everywhere. There’s the album you promised yourself you’d finish, the gig you need to prepare for,
By Rich Steve Beck Let me guess: some days, focusing feels impossible. You sit down to write lyrics or mix a track, but your mind jumps from one thing to the next. Yet, when you’re truly passionate about something—a new melody, an idea for a song—you dive
By Rich Steve Beck When I think about the music industry, I see a world full of contradictions. It’s a place that celebrates individuality but often demands conformity. It values creativity but measures success by rigid standards like streams, followers, and chart positions. If you’re reading this, chances
By Rich Steve Beck In today’s competitive music industry, simply offering “good sound” isn’t enough. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in the game for years, packaging your audio skills into high-value services is essential for standing out and thriving. By focusing on delivering
In the ever-evolving world of music, one thing remains constant: the power of an idea. Whether it’s a melody that lingers in your mind, a lyric that tugs at your heartstrings, or a groundbreaking concept for a live performance, your ideas are the lifeblood of your artistry. But here’