Last week, we talked about how not everything is meant to persuade — and how lived experience should speak louder than a well-argued thesis. This week, I want to talk about credibility.
You are a communicator. Let that sink in for a second.
Not everything we write needs to persuade. That’s a thought that’s been ringing in my ears lately…
Before upgrading your guitar rig, put in the hours. Why practice matters more than pedals — and how to earn your dream gear the right way.
The blog is back! Let’s talk music.
It’s been a minute since I’ve published here, but somehow, people kept finding this blog. That tells me something important:
Music creators, listeners, and curious minds are still searching for depth, nuance, and something real.
So here we are. The Listening Room is back, and this time, it’s not just a blog. It’s a place for:
🎵 Behind-the-scenes process and production
🎤 Thoughts on creativity, practice, and performance
💡 Tips for sync licensing, DAWs, and digital tools
💬 Reader and viewer questions (from TikTok, Instagram, YouTube & more)
🧠 Niche ideas that don’t quite fit anywhere else — but matter
Who’s this for?
Musicians learning their craft
Listeners curious about how the sonic sausage gets made
Fellow creators trying to navigate the modern music world
Anyone who loves to geek out about sound, process, or purpose
What to expect
It’s still me writing the posts and coming up with the ideas, but with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence, posts won’t be overly polished or bloated with jargon. I’d rather be clear than clever.
I’ll aim for consistency over perfection. I’ll answer questions you actually ask.
And I’ll keep it honest.
If you’re new here, welcome.
If you’re returning, thank you for sticking around.
And if you’ve got a burning question… LET’S HEAR IT!
Welcome to The Listening Room. Let’s press play.
The most frustrating part about being an independent musician in 2018 is that you don't just get to be a musician... Instead, you get to be a player in what I'm going to refer to as "The Game".
Finding thanks in the good isn't too difficult, but finding thanks and gratefulness in the midst of the bad and the ugly can be a bit more challenging.
Happy Halloween! WATCH The Great Pumpkin Perform His Waltz!
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*Trying to buy tickets for a show in KC*
FRIDAY! EXCELLENT!
Today's featured artist is MYRONE! His blend of guitar and synth make are what 80's dreams are made of.
Here's a "Monday Song"... I've Had it Stuck in My Head Since Friday!
I came across this video on accident last night on Facebook. This is a GREAT example why I'm thankful that I was never a music major in college.
Here's a hangup question that comes up every now and then in life... Getting to know somebody new, job interviews, highly intrusive small talk... but have you ever really thought about it?
If I successfully made it onto a singing show, here's what I'd do and why...
I NEVER EVER EVER EVER EVER thought I'd be writing anything about the importance of being on time. EVER! Here it is, though.
I had to shave all my facial hair off for my new job and let me tell you...
That Feeling After Shaving...
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until next time,
-T.