Aug. 29, 2024

How to Beat Producer Perfectionism with ANATTA | Elevated Frequencies #63

How to Beat Producer Perfectionism with ANATTA | Elevated Frequencies #63

Note from Olivia: sorry about my audio quality today, guys! My mic wasn't working, and I was running a solo operation. I will be getting better gear soon.

Is your quest for the perfect track sabotaging your music career? This episode of Elevated Frequencies with ANATTA dives deep into why letting go of perfectionism can be your biggest career boost. 


As a minimal house producer and sound engineer, ANATTA explores the crucial balance between quality and productivity, revealing how embracing imperfections in your tracks can lead to greater creativity and output.


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In this episode, we uncover:


  • The Perils of Perfection: How over-focusing on perfecting a single track can hinder your overall productivity and emotional resilience.
  • Embracing the Reps: The importance of repetition and quick execution in music production, akin to training muscles in the gym.
  • The Core of Success: Understanding that the strength of a song lies in its idea, not just the technical execution.
  • Strategies for Letting Go: Practical tips from ANATTA on how to move projects forward without getting bogged down by details.
  • Feedback and Iteration: How stepping away from your work and returning with fresh ears can transform your creative process.


About ANATTA: Rising swiftly through the ranks of the minimal house scene, ANATTA not only crafts hits but also imparts wisdom as a sound engineer and instructor. His approach to music production is about striking the right balance between perfection and speed, ensuring that his creative output remains high without sacrificing quality.


Why This Matters: In a world that often praises flawless production, ANATTA’s philosophy offers a refreshing perspective that can liberate artists from the paralysis of perfectionism. His advice is crucial for anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed by the pressures of the music industry.


Tune in to learn how adopting a mindset of ‘good enough’ can free you to create more music, experiment more boldly, and recognize your best ideas faster. 


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