Another Mistake! – Inviting the whole block to the studio

I know its very tempting to invite all your boys and homegirls to witness you making magic in the studio but truthfully this is one of the worst things you can do as it’s a major distraction for you, and your engineer.  I’ve watched clients book 4 hour sessions, arrive drunk with 5 or 6 homies who have nothing to do with the song, and in the 4 hours they’ve only recorded 2 verses and pissed away the rest of the time laughing and bugging out.  Cut this down to just one or two key people who tell it like it is and let the rest of the block hear it on the mixtape, or better yet.. They should buy your CD to support you instead!

What are some of the biggest mistakes Artist do?…

Not practicing your lyrics before your studio session

This should go without saying, but if I had a dollar for every rapper or singer that had stepped into my recording studio unprepared I’d be Bill Gates himself.  Take the time the night before to practice and perfect your lyrics! This will save everyone time and frustration as no one enjoys an artist fumbling and tripping over lyrics for hours at a time (It also makes you look like a bafoon in front of your groupies!). And lastly, If you’re paying by the hour than you’ll simply accomplish much more and get your monies worth.

What’s your opinion on this subject matter I would love to hear it?……