{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Six Missing \u2013 Flow States, Ego Drops, and the Art of Letting Go","description":"Today I welcome back TJ Dumser, who makes ambient meditative soundscapes under the name Six Missing. TJ is in the process of releasing his new album Without Mind in 3 sections. We spoke shortly after the first section Identify was released. TJ and I picked up where we left off, discussing his work and the vision he has for this album. Things pretty quickly got philosophical and introspective. We shared techniques for dealing with self-doubt and the inner critic. We also explored where we stand as artists in the face of Artificial Intelligence and constantly expanding technology. Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Takeaways: Trilogy Structure for Deeper Listening \u2013 TJ\u2019s Without Mind album is being released in three parts to encourage intentional listening and build a larger sonic narrative. Music Beyond the Background \u2013 Unlike passive ambient music, Without Mind is designed to hold your attention and reshape your experience in the moment. Revisiting Old Work with Fresh Ears \u2013 After sitting unreleased for years, the project regained personal relevance when revisited in a new headspace and physical space. Letting Go of Listener Expectations \u2013 TJ challenges the idea that ambient music has to be \u201cnice and polite,\u201d embracing sudden changes, rhythm, and experimentation. Meditation as Creative Foundation \u2013 The concept of Without Mind stems from mindfulness: the ability to step back from thoughts and ego to access true presence. Fighting the Algorithm with Art \u2013 Releasing in parts is not only practical for listeners, but also a way to subvert algorithm-driven consumption and reclaim artistic delivery. Creative Identity Isn\u2019t Fixed \u2013 Making something outside your norm is a valid and necessary part of your evolution as an artist. Protect Your Flow State \u2013 Comparing distractions to carrying a hammer around all day, TJ emphasizes the need to carve out nonjudgmental, focused space to create. From Critic to Collaborator \u2013 Brian and TJ reflect on treating the inner critic not as a judge, but as a collaborator\u2014someone to notice, not obey. Art as a Portal to Awareness \u2013 Both hosts agree: making music is not just about the product\u2014it\u2019s about attention, presence, joy, and being human. Links: Six Missing - https:\/\/www.sixmissing.com Six Missing Instagram - https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sixmissing Without Mind by Six Missing - https:\/\/www.sixmissing.com\/sounds\/without-mind TJ's First Appearance on this Podcast - https:\/\/brianfunk.com\/blog\/tj-dumser Brian Funk Website - https:\/\/brianfunk.com Music Production Club - https:\/\/brianfunk.com\/mpc  5-Minute Music Producer - https:\/\/brianfunk.com\/book Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https:\/\/brianfunk.com\/blog\/16-bit Music Production Podcast - https:\/\/brianfunk.com\/podcast Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https:\/\/brianfunk.com\/store This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https:\/\/performodule.com\/ Thank you for listening.  Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider! And don\u2019t forget to visit my site https:\/\/BrianFunk.com for music production tutorials, videos, and sound packs. Brian Funk   ","author_name":"Music Production Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/musicproductionpodcast.libsyn.com\/website","html":"