FMM077 - Stealing like an artist or like a thief?
09/21/20 • 24 min
Whenever we try to create something original, to bring something new to the table, we put ourselves out there with all of our blood, sweat and tears laid bare.
It’s challenging, it can be uncomfortable, but it’s also one of the most rewarding things that we as human beings can ever experience.
And part of the creative process is about absorbing and learning from those who came before us, and those around us, as artists throughout history have always done.
But when does being influenced by one another cross the line into straight up stealing?
In this episode, I share something that I’ve experienced very recently that’s got me thinking about the difference between being inspired and being a thief, and how dangerous blurring these lines can be for everybody involved.
Copying might be quicker, copying might be easier, but copying is faking it.
And it only starves you and the world of the magic that comes from being truly creative.
Do you want to experience the amazing accomplishment and validation that comes with creating something truly authentic, or do you want to pretend?
Check out this week’s podcast to find out how to use other artists’ work the right way, and start making YOUR mark on the world.
Whenever we try to create something original, to bring something new to the table, we put ourselves out there with all of our blood, sweat and tears laid bare.
It’s challenging, it can be uncomfortable, but it’s also one of the most rewarding things that we as human beings can ever experience.
And part of the creative process is about absorbing and learning from those who came before us, and those around us, as artists throughout history have always done.
But when does being influenced by one another cross the line into straight up stealing?
In this episode, I share something that I’ve experienced very recently that’s got me thinking about the difference between being inspired and being a thief, and how dangerous blurring these lines can be for everybody involved.
Copying might be quicker, copying might be easier, but copying is faking it.
And it only starves you and the world of the magic that comes from being truly creative.
Do you want to experience the amazing accomplishment and validation that comes with creating something truly authentic, or do you want to pretend?
Check out this week’s podcast to find out how to use other artists’ work the right way, and start making YOUR mark on the world.
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FMM076 - What happens when you get left behind?
In any creative field, one thing that everybody deals with at some point or another is seeing other people succeed while you stay where you are.
Maybe you started making music at the same time as somebody else, or maybe they started after you, and they’re suddenly achieving the things that you’ve not been able to.
Seeing others accelerate further than you can easily lead to feelings of envy, jealousy, and resentment - but these are the exact kind of feelings that continue to hold you back, and can make the divide between you and them even greater.
Essentially, how you deal with other people’s success is a choice.
You can choose to be spiteful, you can choose to make comparisons (the bad kind), or you can choose to use other people’s achievements as an opportunity for growth and to accelerate your development towards YOUR version of success.
In this episode, I discuss how you can move from a place of resentment to a place of inspiration, and show you how by being curious and celebrating others’ achievements, you can quickly find your way up the ladder with them.
But no matter how successful you become, there’s always going to be someone who seems to be doing better.
And if you don’t escape this trap you'll end up carrying it with you forever, unless you learn to change your perspective.
And the time to do that is right now.
Listen to the podcast to see how!
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FMM078 - Tenerfuse: Backing Yourself To Go All In
I’m using the Finish More Music Podcast once again to highlight some of the extraordinary members that have come out of the FMM community, and kicking us off is none other than Chris Forsyth, AKA, Tenerfuse!
Chris went from DJing on lineups with his idols to being stuck in a losing battle with addiction, and himself.
But after seeking help, turning it around and discovering a new lease of life, he’s now made the plunge to quit his day job and pursue making music full-time.
And now he’s swamped with remix requests, solo releases and collabs!
In this episode we dive head first into the light and the dark sides of Chris’ journey, discussing some of the lessons he’s learned that have transformed him into the person, and producer, he is today.
I’m super glad to welcome Chris on the show because his story really is a powerful one, and one that I know can help aspiring producers make the change they want to see in their lives.
So strap in, and join the conversation with us...
Check out Chris’ music on:
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/tenerfuse
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/artist/tenerfuse/726319
Follow and get in touch at:
Instagram: @tenerfuse
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tenerfuse/
Website: https://tenerfuse.com
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