How to stay inspired as a music producer

As a music producer, inspiration is your fuel. But what happens when you run into a creative block and inspiration is low? Writer's block affects musicians just as much as writers, and it's crucial not to get stranded during these creative lulls. Here, we'll explore the importance of staying productive and keeping our creativity alive. We'll dive into two classes that provide practical wisdom on these topics: 'Production discipline' and 'Maintaining creative flow.'

Mastering your craft with consistency and discipline

The magic often lies in the discipline, a thought that Joe Goddard, a member of Hot Chip and the 2 Bears, embodies. His class, Production discipline, emphasises the importance of consistency in creativity, especially when inspiration is low. Learning how to remain consistent with your creative efforts, even during dry spells, aids in developing sustainability in your creative workflow. This process often involves making progress even on off days and maintaining balance in our routine, which Joe Goddard brilliantly lays out in his class.

Keeping the creative flow going

Fraser T. Smith, another renowned music producer and songwriter, collaborator on hits like Adele's 'Set Fire to the Rain' and James Morrison's 'Broken Strings', showcases another angle to deal with creative slumps. His class, Maintaining creative flow, focuses on avoiding getting stuck on minute details so that you can move ideas forward swiftly. Fraser emphasises polished ideas should emerge organically and music producers should stay adaptable throughout the process. This approach helps in refining the creative process, maintaining momentum, and keeping a fresh perspective when producing music.

Learning from the masters

Joe Goddard is a testament to the power of discipline and consistency in music production.




Fraser T. Smith's work showcases his ability to maintain creative momentum, refining ideas organically, and remaining adaptable when producing hits. It's not just about pushing past creative blocks but also about understanding that they're a natural part of the creative process. By practicing consistency and keeping your focus on the bigger picture, you can turn these moments of seeming stagnation into stepping stones on your path to musical brilliance. Staying inspired as a music producer is about balancing discipline with creative flow. It's about understanding that inspiration may not always be high, but that doesn't mean you have to grind to a halt. As Joe Goddard's and Fraser T. Smith's classes on WHATCLASS have shown, you can find ways to stay productive, refine your work, and maintain your creative momentum even during these lows.

Unlock your music production potential and keep your inspiration flowing with practical tips from industry professionals. Ready to break through creative blocks and keep your musical creativity at a constant high? Get started for free with WHATCLASS now.