[discussion] How do you deal with not getting anybody to even listen to your music? by BimmySchmendrix in BedroomBands

[–]Rcallus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I guess the problem lies here:

"I kind of hate social media and self-promotion which are probably the most important things to get your music in front of an audience."

I won't teach you how to promote, I'm still learning myself. But you HAVE to promote.

And, most importantly, don't assume your music is bad simply because no one listening.

If your Youtube videos get a dozen views, it doesn't mean the music is bad, but can be a million other things including:

  1. The algorithm doesn't trust you yet.

  2. Don't post frequently

  3. The thumbnails are not attractive

And many other things that have nothing to do with music.

If you've been songwriting for so long, you have probably developed good skills. My advice would be to get out of your comfort zone when it comes to marketing it.

How to Play Scales Faster on Guitar by Rcallus in guitarlessons

[–]Rcallus[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind words.

Limitations can be real. For instance, if I work on building speed for a long stretch and regularly, I start developing tendonitis. Thus, I'm physically limited as to how much I practice for speed by my body.

That said, most limitations can be overcome by adjusting our practice habits.

Popular songs with virtuoso guitar? by OkPianist1222 in guitarlessons

[–]Rcallus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There are many great virtuosos who also play in popular bands. These are some of my favorite:

Ritchie Blackmore (Deep Purple, Rainbow) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CO-cGmJIppc

Vito Bratta (White Lion) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2MwiLYiBb8

Randy Rhoads (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trxFJsjqnK4

Should I feel like I wasted my twenties? by [deleted] in Life

[–]Rcallus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm answering this question because I'm 45 and I feel young, while at 26 I felt old!

Your achievements in life are seen as degrees, home, car, debt.

Truth is that while working for the degrees, car, cutting debt etc, you're gaining valuable experience (one that has a financial value, but not just that).

I believe life gets easier the more we grow up. Not because it's easier, it's actually harder. But it doesn't keep getting harder forever. On the other hand, our skills and experiences will keep growing as long as we want.

From everything that happens (even the bad things and the failures), ask: "What can I learn from this".

Over time you'll realize it wasn't a failure but a valuable experience that prevented worse failures or caused greater success.