It’s been said that difficult times are necessary for progress. And when it comes to making music, it’s no different. 

Each artist’s journey is unique and the struggles they face will vary. But one thing is for certain: challenges are inevitable. 

It’s important to keep this in mind as you pursue your creative endeavours:

It’s not supposed to be easy. 

In my case, at least, it hasn’t become easy after 26 years of making music. 

It may look easy from the outside. That’s because you only see the tip of the iceberg. 

As we gain experience, we become better at many things. But there’s always a new obstacle to conquer. We shift our attention there. And once again, we struggle.

If you’re not facing any obstacles, it’s probably a sign you’re not making progress and need to push yourself more. 

My biggest struggles in the recent years were related to my Rhytual project. I went through a long quiet period after the initial release in 2019.

I wasn’t sure of how to move forward. In fact, it seemed like I was going backwards. At one point I had an EP lined up on one of the most iconic labels in electronic music. Then, they changed their mind.

I didn’t let that phase me one bit. I knew it wasn’t my fault. I had done everything I could. It’s life and these things happen.

It was a chance for me to reflect. That led to important realisations. After many years of struggling, I suddenly understood the way forward. For the first time, there was clarity.

I kept doing the work, and the results are now starting to show.

My recent Rhytual release was played by Giles Peterson in his show on BBC and got a full page feature in DJ Mag.

That is exactly the kind of response I was hoping for. Rhytual is all about moving without boundaries.

The silent, diligent work is paying off, my friends.

This release is just the beginning, too. There’s lots more I’ll be excited to share with you soon.

When an obstacle presents itself, try to think of it as an opportunity to further your craft. 

Don’t be afraid to struggle! It’s hard and uncomfortable. But in the end, it can only lead to progress.