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Listen all y’all, it’s a sabotage!
Self-sabotage hides in your strengths. Patrick Ermlich breaks down why artists derail their own progress — and how to recognize the patterns before they win.
We Get The Music Industry We Tolerate
The music industry is at a crossroads. Patrick Ermlich on why dysfunction persists, what artists must stop tolerating, and how to reclaim power in the ecosystem.
Focusing on What Matters: Mastery and Connection
Forget the shortcuts. Patrick Ermlich makes the case that mastering your craft and building genuine community are the only two things that truly move an artist forward
Artist First Principles
What are the non-negotiables of a sustainable artist career? Patrick Ermlich on the foundational truths every musician needs to return to — especially in a toxic industry.
Artists and the Uncanny Valley
It's not Taylor Swift who paralyzes you — it's the artist down the street. Patrick Ermlich explains the psychology behind why similar success feels threatening.
Streaming Counts -The Music Mental Health Pandemic
Spotify streams are the new follower count — and they're just as toxic. A look at how public streaming data is damaging artist mental health and what to do about it.