When you hear something you don't like, don't ever play it again.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Avoid repeating musical phrases or ideas you dislike to maintain quality and integrity.
- In plain terms
- If you don't like a sound, don't use it again.
- What can you take from it?
- Curate your sound by avoiding what you dislike.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you choose what to play?
Another view
Sometimes disliked ideas lead to innovation.
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