People don't tend to notice, but in the past 10 years…
“People don't tend to notice, but in the past 10 years especially there's been a lot of growth in how I write songs and what goes into them. You can listen to Mountain Goats from 1991 to 2007 and never hear a seventh chord. In 2007 or 2008, I started working on the piano to grow as a songwriter. I started throwing major sevens in and sixes and more interesting stuff.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Skill development expands creative possibilities; embracing new techniques enriches artistic expression.
In simple terms: New skills broaden creativity.
Key Takeaway
Practice and experiment.
Themes
creativity
growth
music
Mood
enthusiastic
hopeful
Type
artistic
educational
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- music production
- teaching music
Key Concepts
songwriting
musical theory
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance innovation with audience expectations?
- What new skill will you explore next?
A Different Perspective
New techniques may alienate existing fans.