Collaboration with other artists brings fresh perspectives and ideas, enabling exploration of new genres and unconventional approaches to music-making.
Perseverance, taking risks, and embracing collaboration lead to unexpected gems and creative breakthroughs in music production.
Deep dives
January 2024 Music Challenge
The podcast episode introduces the January 2024 challenge, which encourages participants to create as many pieces of music as possible throughout the month. The challenge aims to exercise the music-making muscle by creating full songs, beats, loops, or even just noodling on an instrument. Participants can join the Music Production Club to receive tools, techniques, prompts, and a calendar checklist for daily inspiration. Sharing creations in the club's Discord allows for feedback and encouragement from other members. The challenge is a great way to build discipline and motivation in music production.
Collaboration and Creativity
The podcast features Andrew Huang, who discusses his collaborations with other artists and how it fuels his creativity. Working with different people brings fresh perspectives and ideas to the table, enabling him to explore new genres and unconventional approaches to music-making. Embracing collaboration allows for a supportive creative process and promotes a yes-and mindset, where ideas are embraced and built upon. Huang's collaborations with his team and fellow musicians have led to exciting projects, enriching his artistic journey.
The Process of Songwriting and Collaboration
Andrew Huang shares his experiences in composing and producing music, emphasizing the importance of the creative process and the value of collaboration. He delves into the annual challenge of creating an album in a single day, highlighting the initial doubt and hurdles faced during the process. Huang finds that perseverance and a willingness to take risks result in unexpected gems and creative breakthroughs. Collaborating with others also plays a crucial role in providing support and allowing for shared musical journeys, where vulnerability and openness lead to discovering new ideas and unlocking creative potential.
Authenticity, Creativity, and the Music Industry
The podcast episode explores the importance of authenticity and creativity in music production and navigating the modern music industry. Andrew Huang shares his thoughts on showcasing the process behind creating music, breaking down the barrier between artists and their audience. Embracing the exploration of different sounds, instruments, and approaches to music-making allows for unique and diverse expressions. Huang's upcoming book, 'Make Your Own Rules,' delves into his career and provides valuable insights and strategies for creators to find their own path in the constantly evolving music landscape.
Andrew Huang is a musician, producer, video maker, and sound explorer. He's known for his YouTube channel which currently has over 2.35 million subscribers. Andrew recently released the Transit plug-in with Baby Audio, the Ghost Pedal with Endorphines, and the iOS Flip sampler. His new book, Make Your Own Rules, details his story as a music industry misfit and shares advice on how to build a career and navigate through a new and ever-changing musical landscape.
Andrew and I had a great conversation about his work and how he followed his passion to get where he is today. Andrew's insights about collaboration and experimentation are valuable lessons for musicians at any stage of their career. Andrew's book is currently available for pre-order and will be released February 6, 2024.
