38 Essential Tips for New Producers in 2023
This is a comprehensive list of tips for new electronic music producers making songs in 2023.
Read through this list and you’ll learn:
- Tips on workflow and creativity
- Tips for mixing and mastering
- Tips for learning faster
- Tips on mindset and mental game
So if you want to level up your music, let’s get into it.
1. Listen to a wide range of music
The best way to improve your creativity is to improve your inputs. If you’re listening to the same genre of music again and again, you’re probably not exposing yourself to new and interesting sounds and ideas.
Make an effort to listen to a diverse range of genres and styles.
2. Practice active listening
There are two types of listening: passive and active.
Passive listening is how we normally listen to music. It’s in the background while we’re doing something else.
Active listening requires full focus and attention. You’re listening to the song with an intense curiosity and interest, paying attention to each little sound, movement, and transition.
It’s one of the best habits you can build as an artist for three reasons:
- You’ll have an endless source of inspiration
- You’ll pick up techniques and ideas that can’t be acquired via books or YouTube tutorials
- You’ll rapidly train your ear
3. Build consistent, daily habits that force you to grow
Developing habits like active listening, generating ideas every day, watching tutorials each week, and pushing yourself to finish a song every month (or however long) is a great way to force artistic growth.
Professionals work on a schedule. They are consistent. They don’t wait for inspiration. They work every day. Read More…
