Always Quote by Porter Robinson
“Yeah, I've always wondered what it would be like to make music that's not nostalgic at all, and it's really, really hard for me to imagine.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Talk Podcast, 2020
Creating music that avoids nostalgia is challenging because listeners gravitate toward familiar emotional cues.
In simple terms: Avoiding nostalgia is hard.
Key Takeaway
Embrace new sounds while honoring emotions.
Themes
creativity
nostalgia
music production
Mood
thoughtful
inspired
Type
creative
musical
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- film scoring
- brand jingles
Key Concepts
emotional resonance
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do you want your music to evoke?
- How can you blend novelty with familiarity?
A Different Perspective
Listeners may reject unfamiliar styles.
