Episode 69 is here… and we’re asking the real questions.

In this reflective and thought-provoking installment, we explore the evolving realities of independent artistry in 2026. From building an original catalog of nearly 200 self-produced tracks to navigating the streaming landscape, artificial intelligence, metadata ownership, and distribution shifts — this episode examines what it truly means to create in today’s music ecosystem.

• • The journey from hobbyist to disciplined independent creator
• • 156 original instrumentals released (2024–2025) + the ongoing “If I Was Your Producer” series
• • The Guinness World Record submission attempt — what happened and what’s next
• • Streaming payout real ...