Bigs Quote by Brian Eno
“I always have wanted to know how the whole thing was done, what the process involved. And I don't particularly enjoy that my music is stripped of ancillary details, and it just sort of comes out of this big tap called the Internet like water. I like some of my water to be neatly presented in a bottle. With a label on it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2005
He values curated, high‑quality presentation of music versus raw, unfiltered distribution.
In simple terms: Prefers polished, intentional releases.
Key Takeaway
Curate your work, control its presentation.
Themes
curation
quality
control
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- releasing albums
- designing packaging
- branding music
Key Concepts
media distribution
artist‑listener relationship
digital age
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance should artists strike between polish and rawness?
- How does packaging influence perception?
A Different Perspective
Over‑curation can stifle spontaneity and accessibility.
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