In Part 2 of our conversation, Gnarly shares her approach to building a lasting career in music while staying true to her craft. She discusses the difference between chasing viral success and cultivating a loyal community, how she structures her creative workflow, and her experience balancing productivity with self-care. From her daily routine to her reflections on self-confidence and longevity, this episode provides valuable insight for anyone navigating their own creative journey.

Throughout the episode we discuss:

* The value of building a dedicated community over chasing virality.

* How Gnarly structures her creative time to maximize productivity.

* The role of consistency in developing confidence and skill.

* Her experience with self-discipline and creative habits.

* Why finishing projects is a game-changer for creative growth.

Three Meaningful Takeaways:

* Community Over Virality: Focus on building real connections with an engaged audience rather than chasing fleeting online success.

* Consistency Creates Confidence: Regularly finishing projects helps overcome self-doubt and reinforces creative identity.

* Work-Life Balance Matters: Taking breaks and managing energy is essential for long-term success in a creative career.

Products:

* Room Piano V3 by SampleScience (Gnarly’s favorite free plugin)

* AIAIAI Wireless Headphones (Gnarly’s go-to headphones for finger drumming)

Connect with Gnarly:

* Instagram: @gnarly.music

* Website: https://www.gnarlymusic.co.uk/

* Spotify: Gnarly

* Apple Music: Gnarly

* Youtube: Gnarly

* Domestika Course: Learn With Gnarly Here

Connect with Toru:

* Website: torubeat.com

* Instagram: @torubeat

* YouTube: @torubeat

* Spotify: Toru

* Apple Music: Toru

Credits:

This episode was co-produced, engineered and edited by Matthew Diaz. From ProducerHead, this is Toru, and in a way, so are you. Peace.

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