Ableton & Music Habits Podcast

This podcast is all about the mental & technical side of music production. Although Jason Timothy is an Ableton coach, the content in this podcast can be used for any aspiring music producer.

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Episodes

12: How To Approach A Label To Sign Your Songs

In this episode I share how to approach a label regarding signing your music. There is absolutely a right and wrong approach, and the wrong approach now can really hold you back in the future.

Apr 18, 2020•12 min•Ep. 12

11: From Writer's Block To Music Making Machine

In this episode I tell my story of how I pushed through my writer's block & started finishing loads of release quality songs very quickly.

Apr 15, 2020•21 min•Ep. 11

10: Mastering Is Not Your Job, Mixing Is

In this episode I share with you both the importance of Mastering your music AND the need to have a professional ear on your music. Mixing is your job, let a mastering engineer do his.

Apr 15, 2020•7 min•Ep. 10

9: You Are Qualified To Make Music Because You Choose To Be

In this short episode I do my best to help you get rid of the fear of starting to make music & instead embracing your limitations of equipment, talent & know how. Some of the best bands start as a group of people who had no idea what they were doing. You might be in great company!

Apr 14, 2020•9 min•Ep. 9

8: How To Simplify Your Music Making Process

In this episode I share a quick thought experiment that you can apply to your music making that should help to get you better results. If you have been making things hard on yourself with your music, maybe this is exactly what you need to hear.

Apr 14, 2020•7 min•Ep. 8

7: Why Quantity Is More Important Than Quality

In this episode we dive into why when it comes to your music production, quantity is much more powerful & effective than quality. Disagree? Fair enough. Give this podcast a listen & see if it gives you a new perspective.

Apr 13, 2020•11 min

6: How To Approach Record Labels The Right Way

In this episode we talk about the right and right way to approaching a digital or vinyl record label. Do this wrong & it can hurt your chances of getting signed for years to come. Enjoy!

Apr 13, 2020•13 min•Ep. 6

5: The Benefits Of Working On Music Daily

In this episode I share the transformative effect the working on music everyday has had on me & how it completely transformed my productivity & mental game. If you struggle to find the time or the discipline, you should find this episode helpful!

Apr 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 5

4: 3 Simple Steps To Recovering Songs That Have Lost Their Spark

In this podcast we get into 3 Simple Steps To Recovering Songs That Have Lost Their Spark. This is a very common issue that you will face during the process of most of your songs, so by solving this, you'll find your productivity will skyrocket & give you much more confidence. Enjoy!

Apr 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 4

3: Improving Your Listening Skills

In this episode we dive into the importance of improving your listening skills. Your production skills will always be in direct proportion to how well you can listen & break down the details of what is hitting your ears. I also get into how to get the most out of your studio monitors or headphones when mixing.

Apr 12, 2020•10 min•Ep. 3

2: When To Buy New Equipment

In this episode I get into the false beliefs that often lead to music producers feeling the need to purchase new equipment. There is certainly a time & place to make a new purchase, but it's possible you may need to change some of your belief systems first. I also share my thoughts on audio mastering as well.

Apr 12, 2020•23 min•Ep. 2

1: 10 Things Nobody Tells Music Producers

In this episode I share 10 things I wish I had known when I started producing. These are things nobody seems to talk about & yet they are of utmost importance to understand if you want to succeed in your music making.

Mar 31, 2020•15 min•Ep. 1

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