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7PS: How REM solved writer’s block 🧩
Read time: 1 minute, 275 words. The rock band R.E.M. was at a crossroads in the mid-1990s. The band had defined the alternative rock sound of the 80s & early 90s. But they were in a creative rut. Their signature sound, built on jangly guitars & introspective lyrics, began to feel limiting.So they tried something unexpected.Which led to a creative breakthrough.👉🏽 Here’s what they did.You can take this approach when you get stuck. -KabirSeven Point Sunday – October 27 💼 Portfolio Career Meet…
How REM got out of its creative rut
R.E.M. was at a crossroads in the mid-1990s. The band, which had defined the alternative rock sound of the 80s and early 90s, found themselves in a creative rut after years of non-stop recording and touring. Their signature sound, built on jangly guitars and...
AI Prompt: How do I create passive income as an artist?
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Is social media turning artists into entertainers?
Is social media turning artists into entertainers? Remember the days when artists focused purely on their craft? Now, it feels like we’re all chasing likes, comments, and shares. Would Miles Davis care about how many fans he had? Hmm.. depends when you ask him. Here’s...
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7PS: 1,239 Ideas & Counting 💡
Read time: 1 minute, 331 words. I’ve written this newsletter for 177 consecutive weeks. Let’s do some math.177 editions x 7 ideas a week = 1,239 total ideas that I’ve shared over ~3.5 years. I’ve talked about my music or books ~62 times or 5%.I’m not trying to convince you that I’m holier than thou (I’m not). This newsletter earns ~200 signups per month.Folks aren’t joining to learn about my projects.People don’t watch TV for the ads. The key to growth is creating value. If you’re trying to…
The vinyl revival has gone mainstream
The vinyl revival has gone mainstream.It was bound to happen. Where there is money to be made, the large players will gather…The vinyl revival, now in its second decade, is attracting buyers across generations, genders, and genres. 25-34-year-olds in America are...
AI Prompt: What’s my next project idea?
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Why you need to spend more time planning your release
Why do artists spend months perfecting their music but only weeks planning the release?Many musicians I know spend months, even years, obsessing over every nuance of their art. They dive deep into perfecting chord progressions, harmonies, and melodies, constantly...
7PS: Never wait for an appointment again 👨🏾⚕️
Read time: 1 minute, 259 words. My dad arrived early for his 9 AM doctor’s appointment. But the doctor made him wait until 9:45 AM.Dad didn’t like that he had to wait so long.👉🏽 So, this is what he did. Now when dad arrives, the doctor waits outside to greet him.(You could try this with service providers.)Hope it helps.-Kabir Seven Point Sunday – October 13 💼 Portfolio Career Meet Marion Keisker. She was first to record Elvis Presley. She was a radio show host and later joined the US Air…