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title: "DIY Music Production with Garvie"

description: "My friend and collaborator, Garvie, joins the pod to talk DIY production, creating a sound, songwriting technique, artist-fan connections, masked musicians, and dealing with mixing engineers in San Diego :) Find more my stuff at"

status: complete

date: 2023-02-14

kind: guest

guestSlugs:
  - garvie

listenUrl: "https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lovemusicmore/episodes/DIY-Music-Production-with-Garvie-e1uqk2h"
appleUrl: "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/diy-music-production-with-garvie/id1567355195?i=1000599569379&uo=4"
spotifyUrl: "https://open.spotify.com/episode/4EVtJ0r2tkeBTzlXqTMMT1"

topicsDiscussed:
  - "Music production"
  - "Creativity"
  - "Songwriting"
  - "The music business"
  - "DIY production challenges"
  - "The importance of releasing music"
  - "Artist-fan connections"
  - "Creative collaborations"
  - "Navigating the music industry"

hostNote: |
  In this episode of the Love Music More podcast, we welcome **Garvie**, a remarkably talented artist who merges traditional songwriting with innovative DIY production techniques. Garvie opens up about his journey in the music industry, from navigating the challenges of self-producing tracks to experimenting with unique artistic identities through masked performances. The discussion provides insights into the often complex relationship between artists and their work, including how the pressures of perfection can inhibit creativity.
  
  Garvie's approach to songwriting and production reveals not only the importance of individual expression in music but also how connecting with fans authentically can elevate a musical project. If you're interested in music production, songwriting, or simply the creative process, this episode is filled with actionable insights and inspiring stories.

selectedMoments:
  - label: "Garvie discusses his project evolution"
    startSec: 94
    note: "Garvie talks about his current music project, which has found its identity after many attempts and the importance of pushing through creative phases."
  - label: "The significance of getting music out"
    startSec: 171
    note: "The conversation shifts to their thoughts about how important it is to get music out in a timely manner and the implications of overthinking during production."
  - label: "Talking about mixing styles"
    startSec: 251
    note: "They compare their mixing strategies and discuss the different mindsets required for mixing one's own work versus someone else's."
  - label: "The challenge of creating space in mixes"
    startSec: 2896
    note: "Garvie shares his view on reverb and how he prefers a direct, present sound, leading to an interesting conversation about mixing techniques."
  - label: "Future musical directions"
    startSec: 2396
    note: "Towards the end of the episode, Garvie outlines his plans for two upcoming records and how they will differ in vibe and theme."
  - label: "Discussion on masked performances"
    startSec: 2061
    note: "They delve into the personal aspects of wearing a mask as part of Garvie's artistic identity and the challenges it presents during live performances."

excerptQuotes:
  - text: "I've been trying to just get a bit more... enjoy the process and just throw things out there and see what happens."
    startSec: 106
    reviewed: true
  - text: "Your work rate is mad like and the speed you do things at does seem crazy like really impressive."
    startSec: 176
    reviewed: true
  - text: "It's nice now because it's validating because it's like, ah, that wasn't actually that good and now that I listen back..."
    startSec: 243
    reviewed: true
  - text: "There's a lot you can do with just one little area or layer of drums..."
    startSec: 845
    reviewed: true
  - text: "The pandemic was what really made me be like, I love mixing."
    startSec: 581
    reviewed: true
  - text: "The reason I transitioned to using the mask... was because it was taking too long and the filters are great."
    startSec: 2059
    reviewed: true

faq:
  - question: "What are Garvie's DIY production techniques?"
    answer: "In the podcast episode, Garvie discusses how he approaches DIY music production, focusing on releasing music promptly rather than getting stuck in perfectionism."
  - question: "How does Garvie connect with his fans?"
    answer: "Garvie talks about the importance of artist-fan connections and how authenticity in his music and performances helps him resonate with his audience."
  - question: "What challenges does Garvie face as a masked musician?"
    answer: "He shares his mixed feelings about wearing a mask during performances, including the impact on audience connection and the physical challenges it presents while performing."

transcriptPublished: false

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