Welcome to my corner of the internet, join me on an journey through the open road of creativity where raw and unbridled artistry reigns supreme. Self-expression is the compass, my self converted Astro camper-Van and my BMW R12000GS Adventure motorcycle are my vessels, Bon Voyage. X-Cell.
Mixing music in your home studio can be challenging, especially when it comes to monitoring. The majority of people mix in their living rooms, bedrooms, or even bathrooms, which are not acoustically treated and can result in unreliable mixes. Monitoring is one of the most overlooked, yet crucial, aspects of music production. If you don't use proper monitoring, your mixes may sound great on your laptop speakers or headphones but terrible on a good sound system.
I have this magnetic attraction to places that inspire creativity and evoke memories of my past. My imagination has been captivated by Oatman, Arizona. This small, historic mining town along Route 66 offers a window into a wild and nostalgic world.
Oatman is a town with a long history that dates back to the early 1900s gold rush. Olive Oatman, a young woman who was captured by the Mohave Indians in 1851, inspired the town's name. During the gold rush, the town was a hub of activity, and it is now a window into their world. It's a place that's full of memories because the gold rush attracted thousands of prospectors looking to make their fortunes there.
There's one place that has captivated my imagination like no other: Joshua Tree, California. For many years, this otherworldly desert landscape served as a source of inspiration for me, and I always make sure to stop by when I'm nearby.
Joshua Tree National Park, which is situated in the Mojave Desert, is where you can find the well-known Joshua tree, a localized species of yucca plant. A landscape unlike any other on earth is made up of these trees and the otherworldly rock formations. The Joshua trees' twisted and gnarled shapes contrast with the park's enormous granite boulders to create an unearthly atmosphere that is difficult to put into words as I stroll through it.
Creating Music is an escape from the outside world and its noises, and it’s, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful ways to express yourself. But life in the studio is far from a fairy tale, from all the technical issues that arise to the dreaded writer’s block. Music producers, songwriters, and, I believe, all creatives face numerous challenges that limit their creativity and, as a result, their productivity.