Struggling to make beats that sound unique and get them heard? Here's some advice from a couple of artists who have definitely overcome that creative problem. I hope it helps your process, and give me a shout in the comments if anything spoke particularly to you.

Links to the source material interviews below, and thanks as always to the artists from this community, who helped score this one. Please see the links below for more information on their work.

Lemzi
   / @lemzitv  

KinAda Bambino
   / @kinadabambino6872  

Jahsy
https://open.spotify.com/track/6Kldjb...


Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:30 Drop Comparisons and Limitations
01:00 Details can separate you
02:15 Other ways to separate yourself
03:15 Do what others aren't
03:42 Remember the power of the laptop studio
04:18 Don't chase false ideas of quality
04:45 Back yourself when you collaborate
05:11 Don't over-cook it
05:45 Make the music you love
06:25 Use texture to build story and atmosphere
07:41 How does Kenny start a beat
08:15 Tips on sampling culture
08:40 Build a community
09:00 Keep learning and challenging yourself
09:14 Closing statements

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I am a passionate creator myself, and I make these videos to inspire/educate myself and others. All the footage I have sourced is used under Fair Use.
Please feel free to contact me for any further enquiries: [email protected]

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