Stay ConnectedKeith Mills, founder of the Finish More Music system, reveals the creative strategies and mindsets he teaches to thousands of music producers so you can write more and better music, ready to release and share with the world.
Discover workflow hacks to speed up your writing process, mindset approaches to overcome avoidance, procrastination and perfectionism, and compositional techniques to help you take your underground dance music productions to the next level.
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The goals that matter to us most are so often the ones we resist the hardest.
Maybe you can relate?
You set a goal that genuinely excites you.
Then somehow… you struggle to get started.
This could be finishing music, reaching out to labels, starting your long overdue social media account…
In this episode of the Finish More Music Podcast, we dig into why resistance surfaces, and a powerful shift in strategy and thinking that beats it, every single day.
There's a way to set ambitious goals AND enjoy the daily climb toward them.
And this is more than a hunch — it's backed by Harvard research.
In this episode we explore:
Why the goals that matter most trigger the most resistance
How "just break it into steps" can set you up to feel worse
How to dial down resistance and anxiety to make taking action easy
Why this works on a huge life goal and getting through a challenging day alik
So it's a choice: keep white-knuckling your way toward goals…
Or learn how to enjoy the journey, and watch the results take care of themselves.
If that's the way you'd rather be, this episode is for you.
I really appreciate you joining me and I hope you're enjoying the topics and taking some real value into your music sessions.
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We all want to write better music.
But what if your pursuit of quality is the very thing holding you back?
In this episode of the Finish More Music Podcast, we explore the hidden trap that catches so many creatives off guard.
It starts with a healthy desire to improve…
But quickly spirals into: comparison, perfectionism, overthinking and endless detail tweaking.
And I don't have to tell you, these are not the ingredients for joy or creativity!
And here's the real kicker…
Not one of them actually improves the quality of your music either.
In this episode of the podcast, I shine a light on the subtle but deeply damaging trap that catches so many struggling creatives off guard.
We explore: ✅ The hidden ways "quality" can turn into creative sabotage ✅ Why obsession with improvement often leads to less progress ✅ How common strategies like genre-hopping and sample-hoarding backfire ✅ What really builds confidence in your music ✅ A different way to approach growth — one that fuels momentum instead of killing it
These are lessons I've gleaned from working with thousands of creatives, distilled into practical steps you can take right now.
I hope you enjoy the episode!
Your music isn't just a series of sessions that lead to loops, half-finished tracks, or a folder of finished pieces…
It's a reflection of your path, your growth, and your identity as an artist.
In this episode, we explore how every session you sit down to write is shaping the story of your life.
Whether it's a win, a struggle, or a breakthrough—it all counts.
And it all adds up.
If you've been struggling to finish tracks or improve your level, doubting your ability, or even feeling unsure whether the effort, frustration, and overwhelm are really worth it… then this episode is for you.
We unpack:
✅ Why every finished track is a sentence in the book of your life ✅ Why creative struggle is not a bug, it's a feature of the journey ✅ How to spot when your actions are pulling you away from your mountain ✅ Why genre-hopping and sample hoarding are silent forms of sabotage ✅ How to stay focused by tracking your progress like an unfolding story ✅ Why finishing music is an act of courage—and of becoming
We can look at creativity as a grind… or as a deeply meaningful adventure.
If you like the sound of the latter then check out this podcast now.
This week on the Finish More Music podcast, I'm joined by Kedrick Jeffries—CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas and a lifelong musician and community leader.
Kedrick has spent over two decades pouring into the lives of young people, helping them reach their potential through the power of music and mentorship.
In this episode, we explore the profound impact that a single individual can have on a young person's life—and how the act of showing up for others will radically transform our own.
In this episode, we explore:
✅ How mentorship transforms both mentor and mentee ✅ How music opens doors and uplifts entire communities ✅ Why mentorship builds empathy, resilience, and purpose ✅ Why contribution through creativity is a calling—and how to follow yours
Kedrick also shares how music has shaped his journey, from his personal practice to directing large ensembles in service of community uplift.
Through his work in education, leadership and music, Kedrick exemplifies what it means to lead with heart and give back through art.
In this powerful conversation, I sat down with Mark Turk, founder of the Austin-based nonprofit Beat 4 Beat.
Mark's organization brings music education to underserved youths by hiring local musicians to teach in after-school programs—using creativity, performance, and songwriting as tools to transform young lives.
In this show, we explore:
✅ How teaching is a superpower for creatives
✅ How music builds trust, confidence and community
✅ How music and generosity are a life-line to underserved youth
✅ How YOU can get started impacting the world with your music
✅ How teaching fuels personal and professional growth for artists
We also dive into the surprising challenges of running a nonprofit—that quite frankly blew my mind! I thought everyone would be wholly supportive of organisations and people that empower young people… as you'll hear, that isn't so!
Mark's story is one of incredible resilience, challenges, kindness and impact that left me inspired and driven to contribute more with my creativity.
Let me know how this episode impacts you!
What does it truly mean to give everything for your art?
In this powerful episode, drum & bass legend Tony Colman aka London Elektricity shares his deep philosophy on music, contribution, and living a life of service.
From founding Hospital Records to performing in war-torn Ukraine for free, Tony's career is a testament to the power of giving without expectation—and the unexpected rewards that come from it.
We explore: ✅ Why giving selflessly benefits both the artist and the world ✅ How Tony overcame fear, ego, and self-doubt to focus on service ✅ The battle to save small club culture from corporate dominance ✅ How to build real connections in the industry through trust & generosity ✅ Why music is about lighting people up, not just playing tracks
This episode is a masterclass in artistic generosity—one that might just change the way you approach your music career.
Welcome to our first-ever Finish More Music podcast series!
This podcast series, "The Creative Calling," explores how pursuing one's passions, particularly in creative fields, leads to a more fulfilling life for you and for others.
In the series I use research and personal stories to illustrate the profound positive impacts of creative pursuits on mental, physical, and emotional well-being, and also address how to balance your personal creative goals with other life commitments.
Fear isn't the only thing stopping us from pursuing our creative calling—there's another silent threat: lethargy.
That feeling of being "too tired," "too drained," or "just not in the mood" can quietly steal more days from our lives than we realize.
In this episode, we break down what lethargy really is, why motivation isn't something you wait for, and how small shifts in mindset and action will help you overcome resistance.
Using insights from elite performers, psychological research, and personal experience, we unpack how to reclaim your energy and move forward…
…even when you don't feel like it.
Welcome to our first-ever Finish More Music podcast series!
This podcast series, "The Creative Calling," explores how pursuing one's passions, particularly in creative fields, leads to a more fulfilling life for you and for others.
In the series I use research and personal stories to illustrate the profound positive impacts of creative pursuits on mental, physical, and emotional well-being, and also address how to balance your personal creative goals with other life commitments.
In this episode we discover one of the biggest threats to following your creative calling: Fear.
Fear disguises itself as perfectionism, self-doubt, and procrastination, keeping us stuck.
In this episode, we explore how fear manifests in creativity, why it's a response to a perceived (not real) threat, and how to overcome it.
Drawing from powerful insights by Jung and James Hollis, we uncover the secret to pushing past fear and learn how taking small steps, dismantling limiting beliefs, and reframing fears help you move forward with confidence on your creative journey.
Listen Now!
Welcome to our first-ever Finish More Music podcast series!
This podcast series, "The Creative Calling," explores how pursuing one's passions, particularly in creative fields, leads to a more fulfilling life for you and for others.
In the series I use research and personal stories to illustrate the profound positive impacts of creative pursuits on mental, physical, and emotional well-being, and also address how to balance your personal creative goals with other life commitments.
In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest questions creatives face: When we follow our calling, are we being selfish? How do we balance personal creative pursuits with our responsibilities to others?
We explore the friction that can arise when making meaningful changes, the pushback we might receive from those around us, and how to navigate these challenges with integrity.
Through personal stories and deep reflection, I unpack why honoring your creative calling isn't self-indulgent—it's essential for growth, contribution, and authentic living.
Tune in now!
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