The Royish Good Looks Podcast

By Royish Good Looks

Roy explores his journey of being a musician & YouTuber: everything from the creative process of song writing and recording to going ”viral” on YouTube, as well as balancing being a fan, critic, ... more

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August 31, 2021I hit 150,000 Subscribers: What I Learned & My Biggest Mistake
Here are the lessons learned from hitting 150,000 YouTube subscribers.
On this episode:
why "dumb ideas" make the best YouTube channels
the mindsets you need to grow a channel long term
what to do instead of obsessing over analytics
how to play by your own rules and not the algorithm’s
my biggest mistake on YouTube & advice for you
00:00 Intro
03:13 Why dumb ideas are great ideas
05:47 Setting realistic expectations
10:31 Forget the algorithm… just have fun!
15:00 Q&A… my biggest mistake & advice for you
YouTube Stories (YouTube playlist) ►► https://bit.ly/YouTube-Tips-Tricks-Playlist
YouTube Stories (Spotify playlist) ►► https://spoti.fi/38l5nDJ

Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
...more
19min
August 24, 2021My Take on Bad Batch, Star Wars TV Shows & Baby Yoda Song Acoustic!
Roy answers the question: whether or not The Bad Batch (and The Clone Wars and Rebels) are “required” viewing for the everyday Star Wars fan. Plus, a sneak peak of this month’s Patreon bonus track, “Baby Yoda (acoustic)”.
On this episode:
why Roy hasn’t kept up with any of the animated Star Wars series
how The Mandalorian convinced Roy to consider watching Clone Wars & Rebels
hear a sneak peak of this month’s Patreon bonus track, “Baby Yoda (acoustic)”
what finally got Roy to binge The Bad Batch
Roy’s overall take on Season 1 of The Bad Batch
00:00 Intro
05:28 Mandalorian "History Binge"
08:48 "Baby Yoda" Acoustic Sneak Peak
10:37 Why I finally binged Bad Batch
12:05 What I loved about Bad Batch
The Mandalorian “History Binge”
Clone Wars
Season 2 — Episodes 12, 13 & 14
Season 5 — Episodes 14,15 & 16
Season 7 — Episodes 9 & 10
Rebels
Season 3 — Episodes 15 & 16
Season 4 — Episodes 1 & 2
Star Wars Explained Interview w/ David W. Collins (Bad Batch sound designer) ►► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCFzzVHe7Lo
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
...more
20min
August 17, 2021HELLO THERE SONG?! (this isn’t gonna go the way you think)
Why has it been 5 months since Royish Good Looks released new music? Where is the HELLO THERE song?! GIVE IT TO ME NOW!
On this episode:
is there a “Hello There Song” in the works?
why does Roy takes so long between songs?
when can we expect new Royish Good Looks music?
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
...more
15min
August 10, 2021Inside the Song: Feel the Force
Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “Feel the Force.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through.
On this episode:
Hear an alternate demo version of the song
What lyrical phrase Roy thought would upset Star Wars fans
How Roy borrowed ideas from Imagine Dragons, The Police, Genesis & Bad Suns
How to draw listeners in with contrasting arrangements
Roy’s secret to creating intriguing choir vocals
The production tricks used to make the song “pop”
Roy’s favorite parts of the song
…and much more!
Inside the Song (YouTube playlist) ►► https://bit.ly/Inside-the-Song_YouTube
Inside the Song (Spotify playlist) ►► https://spoti.fi/3fL4uZ0
00:00 Intro
05:08 Song Start — Singing Force Ghosts
05:43 Verse 1 — palm mutes, vocal stacks, & lo-fi drums
08:54 Chorus 1 — creating contrast, star power, arpeggios, & vocals
12:30 Post Chorus 1 - Cinematic strings, synths & seeing-stone mediation
14:08 Verse 2 — Drum grooves, acoustic vs. electric, & echoes
20:24 Chorus 2 — Anthem arrangements, vocal stacks, bass notes?!
22:47 Post Chorus 2 — Momentum & tambourines...plus oo’s AND ahh’s
24:32 Bridge — Bass fills, film quotes, & 3-part harmony
25:39 Chorus 3 — Not-a-breakdown, faux-crescendos & dramatic vocals
26:29 Final Chorus & Post Chorus — It’s 1 louder!
27:21 Outro Reprise — Lo-fi drums, guitars, and mmm’s
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
...more
31min
August 03, 2021 My Favorite Songs
This week, Roy counts down his favorite songs! Each one has something special from composition & songwriting to recording & production...with a heavy serving of teenage angst.
Roy's Favorite Songs (Spotify Playlist) ►► https://spoti.fi/2Ymtc8r
Roy's Favorite Songs (YouTube Playlist) ►► https://bit.ly/37gpfr2
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
...more
19min
July 27, 2021 How I Make Money from Music on YouTube, Spotify, Patreon & more
Can musicians make a decent living in 2021? Of course they can! This episode breaks down exactly how Royish Good Looks went from making $0 in 2015 to a full time income in 2021.
On this episode:
the mindset you need to have to sustain a career in music/art/business
how a phone call from a friend set Roy on the path to making money from music
what it was like receiving that first royalty check
how Roy was a total n00b when it came to YouTube & monetization
why music is the WORST thing to make money from on YouTube
which income stream Roy think he’s missing out on the most
why Roy believes podcasts and Patreon are the most exciting opportunities for artists
00:00 Intro05:18 I never planned to be a musician08:08 My first music royalty check12:44 Getting monetized on YouTube18:50 Other income streams22:35 Why I’m focused on developing this podcast & Patreon
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL 2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2 Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.comSpotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-MerchArtwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
...more
26min
July 20, 2021Chetreo Interview: Rick & Morty Remixes, YouTube Stories, & Inspiration
Chetreo joins the show to talk about his popular Rick and Morty remix songs, music production, and life on YouTube! His channel has garnered over 161,000 subscribers and over 67 million views. WUBBA-LUBBA-DUB-DUB!!!
On this episode:
Chetreo’s YouTube journey from early years
How he maps out his remix songs
What it was like collaborating with Schmoyoho
The “calling-card” you’ll hear in every Chetreo remix
How his most successful song was produced in an afternoon
Which YouTube comments are Chetreo’s LEAST favorite
His advice for aspiring creators
Chetreo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Chetreo
Chetreo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chetreo
00:00 Intro
08:19 How Chetreo maps out a remix
11:35 Tutorial for remixing vocals?
16:34 Collaborating with Schmoyoho
19:05 “I Am Alive” song breakdown
20:36 Chetreo’s musical inspirations
22:33 Thoughts on YouTube & Motivation
25:07 Advice for aspiring creators
28:03 YouTube comments…….
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengstonhttps://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
...more
35min
July 13, 2021Inside the Song: I Am Your Father
Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “I Am Your Father.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through.
On this episode:
how rhythm and groove plays a huge role in making a song fun
why loop-based songs are so hard to arrange
the Jimmy Eat World “trick” Roy borrows for this song (and many others…)
how Roy knows a song is a “good” song
the arranging and production tricks used to make the song “pop”
Roy’s favorite (and least favorite) part of the song
….and much more!
00:00 Intro
05:06 Verse 1: Guitars & Lyrics
07:11 Chorus 1: Simple, yet excting
10:04 Verse 2: The groove, echoes, & the Emperor
14:10 Pre-Chorus 2: Drop the bass out
15:03 Chorus 2: 1975 hi-hats, bass riffs, and vocal arranging
18:04 Post Chorus: Get pumped up!
20:01 Bridge & Breakdown Chorus: Call back to the Verse
23:03 Outro: Louder is better
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
...more
27min
July 06, 2021Mixing Songs: Balance & Effects
Roy gives an overview on mixing music. You'll learn about the philosophies he applies for each instrument. Plus, you'll hear audio examples of balancing tracks and adding effects.
On this episode:
A simple way to approach mixing rock style music
Tips for balancing drums, bass, guitars, and vocals
Hear a "before & after" of a mix with & without any effects
Why keeping a fresh perspective is crucial
…and many more tips and tricks!
00:00 Intro
04:38 What makes a “good” mix?
06:18 Drums: Tight, Natural, or Room-y?
07:51 Bass: Mellow or Aggressive?
09:29 Guitars: Rock n Roll or Pop?
11:05 Vocals: What’re the lyrics?!
12:49 What instrument is the focal point?
14:33 Effects: Before & After
17:55 Keep a fresh perspective
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
...more
22min
June 29, 2021Inside the Song: Let the Past Die
Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “Let the Past Die.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through of the song.
On this episode:
why the song is so darn intense and dramatic (…on accident)
which part was recycled from a completely different song
why falsetto vocals were used on 3 occasions throughout the song
the arranging and production tricks used to make the song “pop”
Roy’s favorite part of the song
…and so much more!
00:00 Intro
03:53 What's with the ukulele vibe?!
07:57 Kylo's Verse
10:11 Chorus 1: Suspense & Vocal Arranging
12:39 Rey's Verse: Echoes & 80s Drum Fills
14:38 Pre Chorus 2: Background Vocals & Falsetto
17:13 Chorus 2: Drums, Lower Harmonies & the "B Part"
20:11 The Bridge: Old Demos & Dramatic Effects
23:33 Chorus 3: Ska Guitar & Lead Guitar
24:57 YouTube Comments: "The Sequels"
Vox "We Measured Pop Music's Falsetto Obsession" ►► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJT2h5uGAC0
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:

Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2

Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:

Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok

Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:

Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer

Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Trenton K. Bond
...more
29min

FAQs about The Royish Good Looks Podcast:

How many episodes does The Royish Good Looks Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 35 episodes available.