I tend to get caught up in the production of my music, so much so that at times it simply gets in the way. I agonize over a bass part or worry with the notes in a harp line or string section. I fiddle over and over again with the technical aspects of the music, and often it just renders the overall result soul-less.
So it’s very inspiring to see folks like Playing for Change and the incredible work they are doing. Have a look at their version of “Stand By Me”, and if that doesn’t inspire you, I don’t know what will.
I wish my stuff were that simple and yet that powerful. Lay aside the gimmick of the recording process, and it’s simply powerful music.
Enjoy!
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sacred says: Thanks for the pointer, floridagizzi! While this site definitely leans toward the praise and worship side, we certainly appreciate other bands as well. And those bands you mention all have their own influences as well, from Coldplay to U2 to Sufjan to whatever.
Thanks again for the comment!
Kent
i know this is mostly a worship music community, and i see a lot of tomlin, hall, and crowder around here, but i just want to point whoever ends up reading this towards mewithoutYou and Psalters. theyre two crazy bands with crazy sounds, but its still worship. and really powerful at that. it moves me and i hope it moves some of you
Hey, I’m with you on the getting distracted by the details. Hang in there and keep seeking a balance.