The Finish More Music Podcast

Over the last 10 years I have taught over 3000 students about music production, creativity, mindset and workflow.    During my time coaching and mentoring others, the number one excuse for people not chasing their dreams and not writing the music they love is….    “I don’t have enough time to make music!”Well I simply call that BS!In this episode I go straight for the jugular and do not hold back my reasons for why I think this is so. Tune in and have a listen as I talk about time. More specifically, using lack of time as an excuse to not push forward with your musical aspirations Key Takeaways: “You’re responsible for your own destiny.” Find and maximise your 80/20 Busy people, get more done. Shed the victim mentality “If you really want to do something, you'll find a way. If you don't, you'll find an excuse.” - Jim Rohn.   Resources Mentioned Episode 3 - Limited Time, Maximum Results Creative Strategies for Finishing More Music Ebook

You’re in your studio, you’re listening to your track and you just kind of feel; Hmmm, I think it’s missing something.So you go into your library, threw in some more drums, more fx, more melodies, more, more, more… hoping to make it better but… It sounds worse than what it was 20 minutes ago.What if I tell you that it’s actually the other way around?You don’t need more stuff, you need LESS!In this episode, I’ll share with you some tips on how you can “declutter” your tracks to make your mixes sound better and get closer to the sound you want to achieve Key Takeaways: “We are our own worst critics.” Experiment with the mute button Evaluate the purpose of each sound in your mix Why less is most definitely more!   Resources Mentioned Creative Strategies for Finishing More Music Ebook

There is no doubt that in this day and age having the right equipment in the heart of your music production is crucial.    The central hub of the vast majority of Electronic Musicians is their computer.   So, It’s time for you to invest and it’s time to make a choice. But how do I know which one to pick? In this episode we talk about a debate that has producers constantly arguing back and forth in forums all over the internet….Mac vs. PCHaving been a user of both, I find myself leaning towards one more than the other, especially when it comes to my music making.   Listen in as I put forward my argument forward as to why my preferred choice should be the preferred choice of any serious electronic music producer   Key Takeaways: “Having a reliable and efficient machine is absolutely king for a pro” The importance of considering the short term saving versus the long term costs “If the machine is good enough to do the job, I don't need extra power.”

So you’re finally finishing tracks on a regular basis…But you have this feeling that something is missing, some technical skill that can elevate your music to the next level,,,,   So you tell yourself... “Maybe I should learn some compression or sound design. That’s bound to help my music sound better! Let me see what I can find on YouTube….”   A few hours later… you’re still in Youtube…you’ve watched tonnes of ‘really useful’ tutorials, so you go back to your DAW.    Guess what, nothing has changed…. the track still sounds the same and you cant remember all those cool techniques you just learnt... What happened?In this episode, I’ll be talking about the pitfalls of getting lost in the ‘learning trap’ and some key strategies you can incorporate into your music routine to help you learn more effectively and  progress faster as a producer.

“I support you in your music”“I really want you to succeed” But then... “Your music always comes first” “You care about your bloody music more than you care about me.”Which one do they really mean?In this episode I’ll be talking about relationships, more specifically, what we can do when our relationships is sending us mixed messages about our music.   Key Takeaways: “The only person you can control is yourself” Show them results of their sacrifice “You can’t expect your partner to be committed to your music if you aren’t committed yourself” Take responsibility and see what you can do about it.   Resources Mentioned The 5 Love Languages - Gary Chapman Creative Strategies for Finishing More Music Ebook

From his humble beginnings in Iran to becoming one of the biggest names in techno, this man has faced and overcome some of the biggest barriers in life to get to where he is now!Let’s give it up for…HABISCHMAN I expect you already more than know the name, but just in case…   Iman has releases on Knee Deep In Sound, Selador, Steyoyoke, CR2, Global Underground and Dubfire’s SCI+TEC!And in this episode, Iman shares with us his musical journey to remind us that we already have everything we need to succeed.Key Takeaways:   Don’t compare yourself to others, compare yourself to yourself Keep learning and experimenting to find your own sound Follow up with labels until you hear back “Some games you win and some games you lose” “I don’t like excuses in life”

So you have your vision.    You know where you need to be and who to be in order to achieve that vision but you’re not exactly sure of the how.There must be someone or something that can help you with it?What if I told you there is?In this episode, we’ll be looking at the mindset and behaviors of successful music producers so you can emulate it in your own behaviours.If it’s worked for them, it will work for you!Key Takeaways: The importance of having an open mindset when it comes to success Learn from the people who come before you and who are successful Suspend judgement and give in to the creative process. “You gotta start acting like a pro in order to get there” “Act like the person that will make this vision a reality”

When you wake up in the morning, do you feel...A. Excited and motivated to smash out your goals and create music?    Or…B. Do you feel like you’re just going around in circles? Doing the same thing everyday and not really getting anywhere?If your answer is B, then this episode is for you!In this podcast I will be sharing with you a tool that personally has been a massive game changer for me and has helped me live a more enjoyable, more motivated, more energetic and fulfilling life. So what is it?It’s called a PERSONAL VISION... Key Takeaways: The importance of creating a vision Your vision gives you clarity and direction in achieving your goals. “If you know where you're going and why you want to get there, then you know who you need to become in order to achieve that” “You might not know exactly what you want your end vision to be, so go with what you feel it is now, and give it everything you've got.” “Charge courageously forward”

In this podcast, techno producer Mha Iri shares her workflow, production techniques, and experience in the industry. She emphasizes the importance of finishing tracks, creating music that makes you happy, and outsourcing tasks. They also discuss battling creative blocks, successful collaborations, learning resources for Serum synthesizer, and finding inspiration from structured music playlists or podcasts.

From a singer-songwriter in Scotland to becoming a full-time producer and DJ in the land of Oz, this Techno DJ & Producer has climbed the charts and clubs at a phenomenal rate!Let’s give it up for none other than…MHA IRIIn this two-part podcast, we dive into Mha’s workflow, production techniques, her experience in the industry, and how’s she’s built a thriving DJ career while constantly churning out top selling releases.In this episode, Mha reveals tonnes of knowledge bombs! Everything from keeping it professional in the studio, how to proactively seek DJ gigs, to the importance of networking and collaborating with other producers and mentors.    This drive for success has been crucial in launching her career and receiving bookings alongside some of the best Techno artists in the world. For all you budding DJ’s and Producers, this is part 1 of how you get incredible results in under 3 yearsKey Takeaways The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people Persevere with your networking to get the results you want Emulating Pro habits are the best way to become a Pro The Importance of showing up and always giving it 100% “If you want to hang with eagles, don’t fly with the crows”