So you still wanna be a star?
Part 2
Whatever genre of music youre in, you need to define your definition of success. If your definition is being a rich and famous superstar, then, well good luck… but if your definition is being a creative artist doing what you want to do in life by sharing your music with those who will listen, then you should succeed. And if youve got the bottle to stick to your own sound and style, your own beliefs of how your music should sound, then youve even more chance of success in the long term.
But be warned – flying in the face of convention, of what is current, is always difficult. But trends fade and die – original talent and music does not!
If youve recorded an album yourself then get independent feedback, both musical and technical. Friends and family will always say your music is great (and hey, thats fine, you need that support). But, the person who tells you everything you do is great may be good for your ego, but theyre of no practical use at all! The harsh reality is that you need good constructive criticism from independent sources who know what theyre talking about. Okay, easier said than...