Most artists think they need to be constantly releasing new music. They think they have to please the algorithms like a mindless drone in a factory. This is a fast way to lose your soul.
If you feel like you're just hitting a deadline, then you're doing it wrong. Making music should be fun. You should scratch that itch when you feel inspired. But you don't have to put every song out right away.
The Trap of More
When you rush to hit a date, you put out songs that are just okay. You might drop a song that is a 5 out of 10. This happens because you're on a clock.
This is bad for two reasons.
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Your fans will stop caring. If you let them down too many times, they will stop paying attention.
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You will burn out. You risk forgetting the reasons you enjoy making music.
People don't want to hear a machine. They want to hear a human. In a world full of AI music, being human is your greatest advantage.
Take the Pressure Off
When you slow down, you get your power back. You can make a lot of music and keep it in the vault. This lets you be picky. You only show the world your best stuff.
This also gives you time to tell people about the songs you already have. Just because you're not dropping a song this week doesn't mean you stop working. You should always be promoting your music.
If you feel like you're drowning in a schedule, stop. Take a breath. It's okay to be human. Your real fans will love you even more for it.
Never trade your soul for a deadline.
