One Year As A FULL TIME Content Creator On YouTube....It's Not What I Thought

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@stevenm78 2 года назад

Kyle, I’m going to open up to you and your community just a touch. I’ve been a guitar player since I was 7 years oldI am 44 years old now. I graduated high school and had plenty of friends. I joined the Army and that’s when my life changed for the good and bad. Long story short… I know isolation all to well. I’m a 100 percent disabled veteran of Afghanistan. I no longer enjoy being around people like I did. Some days I even struggle to bring myself to play. Music was always a huge part of my life. My struggle and issues are very real but I truly try each day to leave a positive mark. What I’m saying to you and hoping you grab on to and roll with it is… be you,do what you do and find YOU! In the end if you are happy it will shine through to everyone else around you and us who follow your channel. I’m a newbie to your channel via an NK guitar and I’m glad that I found your channel. Always take care of you!

@JayBruceWorld 2 года назад

Bless you brother

@belligerentamateur 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing your story Steve! You've definitely had a tough go, but keep pushing on. Much respect from me to you!

@jaykafcas4342 Год назад

Yeah you need a Mezza’ ‘ES’ MZERO. Totally insane dude. I’m actually blown away dude. A serious machine for the Heavy Metal Bluesman and beyond, -holy hell.. it will hand a CCV it’s mullet back.

@sqrly2u Год назад

Steven, I too am a 100% disabled combat veteran. From the Gulf War. I did spend a few years with Lockheed Martin as a civilian contractor in Iraq and Afghanistan. Ali Al Saleem can suck my ass! And I agree, Isolation is tough thing when we try to bring ourselves out of it and to actually connect with the word around us. Thank you for you service Brother. Much love! BTW...I am 55.

@stevenm78 Год назад

@@sqrly2u I can attest that Ali Al Saleem is terrible. We transitioned there a few times to adjust to the time difference. Kuwait in general just plain sucked! Thank you for your service.

@BaenaCarcosa 2 года назад

The burn out is real! I feel you man. Looking forward to meeting you soon though 🤘

@BradRocker 2 года назад

Thanks for talking and showing everyone another side of Kyle. Don't let the burn-out get to you. You can push through it. You are laying down the best reviews/demos/duals of amps and guitars and gear in the metal realm.

@TheAxe4Ever 2 года назад

Of all the guitar and gear channels out there, yours is one of my favorites. I think it’s exactly because you come across as, and ARE just one of us. Just a regular guy. I don’t want it to sound corny, but just a guy that’s a friend that you have a great time just hanging out with talking about two of the coolest things in the world. Guitars and amps. Okay, so it did sound corny, but I don’t care. 😎👍🏻

@bbck15 2 года назад

This video is brutally honest, and I would really like to thank you for that! Keep up the good content, you have my deepest respect!

@kronabus199a 2 года назад

I’m stoked to see everything you’ve accomplished my dude! I was watching Ryan Bruce’s interview on Finn McKenty’s channel from awhile back, and he shouted you out as someone who was doing it right. High praise, considering how long he’s been grinding it out, and he’s pretty successful by all outward appearances. Keep it up, and I’ll keep watching! 🤙

@gooseabuse 2 года назад

I remember looking up videos about high gain amps around 7-8 years ago and being surprised at how few high quality reviews there were. You definitely have filled a niche on RU-vid. I'm not really in the market for a high-gain amp anymore nor do I really care about he nuances between these amps. That said I've watched a lot of your videos because you make them fun to watch.

@christopherward4671 2 года назад

Kyle, your attitude towards your followers and dedication is absolutely awesome. The fact that you never rebounded from burn out by dropping completely off the radar is impressive. You made a very mature move to step back and catch your breath, it’s very admirable. The fact that you are going forward leaning into quality and inspiration as opposed to volume bodes very well for your longevity and growth. Thank you for your honesty and effort, sir. You owe none of us a damn thing and yet you show us respect. Thank you.

@shortscott86 2 года назад

Dude, the value your channel provides far outweighs any negative impact that allowing yourself to take a break could ever have. You're doing everything right. The gear nerd space would be a lot less awesome without you. Always looking forward to new content from you, brother. Cheers! 🤘

@KPGuitarStudios 2 года назад

Right on man, you're bang on, very happy to hear you're feeling the fire again! Considering what you accomplished in the last year, I know how much work that is, I'm proud of you man 🤘 Keep tweaking, keep finding ways to do things better, use time better and so on and it will only get better as time goes on

@Zach-zf7mv 2 года назад

Thanks for the video and opening up man, takes a lot of balls, and helps some of us who are going through similar struggles. Appreciate you man. Keep up the good work!

@beastlybeast2716 2 года назад

You do a good job man. From what I see from other content creators, it seems like a job that easy to encounter burn out. Everyone needs a break now and again! You da man bro!

@traceyoungs1637 2 года назад

I can absolutely relate to so much of what you are saying here! Thanks for bringing us along on your journey as a content creator, and I hope you continue doing this for a long time to come.

@lucwilson1 2 года назад

Rock on brother! 🤘 Really appreciate you being open and candid. We can all relate on some level. Glad you took the time to re-energize.

@nerdrockjosh 2 года назад

you're doing a great job! there is a genuine honesty to how you share and present your videos and thats why i watch.

@beeps123 2 года назад

Thank you for everything. It is great to watch ur vids. And get a glimpse into Kyle.

@shawns9316 2 года назад

Appreciate the video man. Wish you continued success with your channel and endeavors!

@disseminationgreg6222 2 года назад

Rad video buddy nice of you to share your feelings, keep em coming i dig your content and what u do!

@svenzia 2 года назад

You the man, Kyle. Channel growing, you growing. Awesome video. Appreciate this realness. Hurrah!

@dangiampietro6606 2 года назад

Hey Kyle, just wanted to say that I really enjoy your channel and am glad you do it. I think my first video of yours that I saw had your normal introduction and when you said "thanks" you were upside down. I thought to myself, "this should be fun. " and have been watching most of your videos since. In general for heavy music, your splawn quickrod boosted with a clean OD tone and the like, is generally where my heart/ears lean. It's mean crunchy, slices through a mix and just means business. Love that you keep your Amp demos raw and simple and generally have a good time listening to them. I love when you're really digging a tone and can't help but smile and end up saying "woooo!" It's pretty genuine and the positive energy is infectious. We all have slumps with the things we love, and sometimes taking a break makes the heart grow fonder. Fret not need not good sir, you're videos are good, you're a good guy, and people enjoy you. All will work out and be just fine. Obviously this channel is based around the thrash and hard-core tones, and I don't want to encourage you to change that. But by any chance do you enjoy other styles as well? Progressive, stoner, maybe something that's not heavy? Maybe doing demos of other tones and gear on a separate channel might slow down the burn out rate? Personally I play in two bands, one is more aggressive and one, while far from soft, just has more groove and swing. Overall I'm always more personally satisfied when I have more than one style as an outlet. Anywho, sorry for babble, just wanted to put it out there. I hope you're having a great day, and look, if you're ever getting stir crazy or feeling isolated or just need someone to talk to you can shoot me an email anytime bud.

@DJ33 2 года назад

Keep up the good work, you busted your ass and committed to this journey with great results. Thanks for always answering my PM's. Keep pushing further your personality and ear help many and that's great to see.

@HaydenMcCarry 2 года назад

I am exactly where you are at in terms of doing RU-vid and seeing what happens! Also, i think you're doing great and I really enjoy your channel and content!

@CinemaPuree 2 года назад

Thanks for all the videos Kyle! Your amp demos have helped me figure out which amp was right for me. Ironically it's one that I've never seen you demo, but I did compare it to some of the ones you demo'd based on your videos. I went with the Boogie Mark V:35. The versatility, great crunch and gain tones, plus the nice size & weight with plenty of volume made it the clear choice for my prog rock/metal gigging needs. I can understand the burnout factor and as a filmmaker I know how much work it is to produce these videos, so props to you for all the great videos and great attitude. Keep 'em coming!

@salimburgia3056 2 года назад

That was an awesome monologue Kyle! I enjoy and appreciate all of the content you post…keep up the great work!

@Truck_Driver_Shawn 2 года назад

This video was good for so many reasons...... As one of those guys you passed by I'm extremely proud of what you have done with your opportunity!!!! Hell you even take time to answer my questions about shit that I can't seem to figure out..... Keep more of you coming in the videos and I can't wait to see what you do as you kick things back up

@reverendg5937 2 года назад

Dig your show. Appreciate the gear you've turned me on to. Don't Stop. Thank You 😊

@PereRevert Год назад

Thanks for your transparent video man! Keep on going please!!

@mikeus77 2 года назад

Great video Kyle! I’m not a content creator but I can relate to most of the things you’ve mentioned. Keep the positive vibes, and life is going to get better and better.

@flatlander5054 2 года назад

I recently found your reviews and honestly found them useful. Just subscribed. Keep on keepin on!

@danielsaturnino5715 2 года назад

Good talk man. I'm here for the laidback videos and the cool riffs. Have fun and dont burn out.

@danielg9810 2 года назад

You got to have fun at what you do. Breaks are okay. Hang in there man! 🤟😎

@HighImpaktAudio 2 года назад

Awesome video dude! I totally understand the mental drain that comes with content creating. Everything you mentioned is stuff that I have felt myself. Keep up the great work man!!

@smeemusic 2 года назад

Hey kyle. I gotta say thank you for the content you've created. I had no idea I could enjoy videos like yours the same way I like my favorite TV shows until I found this channel. But more than that, these videos are out there and as long as you don't delete them, they will always be out there and they will be viewed for decades beyond now. You've done more than entertain. You're a teacher. You're documenting things that are important to musicians. These videos will literally be useful for many years. I cant wait to run across one of your videos 20 years from now and stop to recall being here when the channel was a baby. Hell your content is so good, I'm proud just to be a viewer. I understand you struggle with the feeling of making content good enough for viewers. Bro just be you. You're plentiful with entertainment. When you fuck up on camera and leave it in its hilarious. You have all the ability in the world to take the outtakes out but you leave them. At least some of them. And that makes your content fun. Its humanized just enough that you're not "larger than life" yeah I see a dude just like everyone else. But that dude is striving for something more than most. And what you're working towards in the long run is bigger than you. Kyle seriously, you could die tomorrow and your videos will help guitarist and recording engineers make educated purchases for decades to come. Probably don't die tomorrow tho. Please. Point being, you're doing something special here. Sure there's other channels out there that do this. But this channel.. this one is the bees knees. If you're looking for video ideas, maybe you could adopt fluffs rate or roast my rig and make it into your own special thing. Maybe do giveaways or something if sponsors would get on board. I know id love a chance to own a deadwell duality ;) Regardless, keep up the amazing work bro! You're truly making a difference!

@RokDAWG1 2 года назад

I dig your content! I’m in Quakertown, PA. Your videos are awesome! I’ve been watching for some time & I’ll definitely cheer you on. Do what you need to for yourself because you gotta be good for yourself first.

@TheMetalFoundry 2 года назад

Awesome video man, it really hits home in a way. I started my channel a year ago, inspired by yours and others, and indeed, it can be challenging. At some points I didn't feel like making a video, so I just decided to take some time off. But you do a great job dude, don't give up, you rock!

@FastRedPonyCar Год назад

Man your work experience hits way too close to home. I was in a similar situation in a big company and had verbally abusive manager. He crossed a line one day and I clapped back professionally and was almost immediately shown the door. I almost went into woodworking after that. I was ready to be done with the entire industry I work in and start over completely and my wife (who thankfully has a great job and could sustain us and the kids) was not opposed to the idea. She just wants me to be happy. Someone needing help in my profession (IT work) reached out of the blue and I'm glad I gave it one last shot because the company I'm at now is awesome with great leadership, respectful owner and just a genuine appreciation of my work and efforts. I don't know if I could have done this youtube thing for real. It's always been nice and low stress leaving my channel un-monetized, free from copyright shutdown, etc. You guys who took this to the next level are doing great work because it's really hard to REALLY know if an amp is going to be a good pick and with how much these things cost (now more than ever) it really helps to hear as many different takes on an amp as possible instead of just hearing one recording of it in a full mix. Like... yeah you can make a mediocre amp sound decent with good EQ'ing buried in a mix with other guitar layers but when I'm on stage, it's JUST me and that's where the men are separated from the boys and amps that sound ok in a mix fall to pieces on stage. BTW, thanks for the Runt 50 content. I (hopefully) have one arriving today. My Jubilee may be on borrowed time.

@jenackley1294 2 года назад

Love the channel Kyle!! lease keep up the good work!!

@ChristTiger 2 года назад

This was first time seeking your channel, but wow! We have so many things in common with past work, personality, etc. Keep taking it one step at a time, and don’t give up. Cheers!

@crilf5830 Год назад

Well done Kyle! Love the channel!

@GrandPapa16 2 года назад

Great video my friend! Keep on the work. I know the feeling of your hobby tuning into a job when I toured with my band. Can't wait for that Omega Granophyre review (it's one of those amps I'm interested in)!

@kylerferrill8252 2 года назад

Wishing you the best Kyle! This was great to hear you speak on these things. The struggles you mentioned with isolation, burnout, and procrastination are all too relatable.

@tbirdpunk 2 года назад

You're doing a great job. Keep at the grind and let the creativity flow. The future is bright. Your content is enjoyable and appreciated!

@Boogieplex 2 года назад

This is exactly why i like Kyle’s channel, cuz he’s genuine,and this video shows it. I remember when this channel first started,and I feel his professionalism has grown immensely since the first month. And I’ll hopefully be here til the last.

@Bash_Man 2 года назад

Kyle, keep your chin and head up up brotha. You've been bringing in some great content to the channel. The thing I like about what you've been doing is you truly feel like the next guy doing content. Your friendly and down to earth. You don't come across some acting like a famous celeb or even condescending to your viewers. Don't let burn out get you, take time to your self and family. Enjoy your time doing content but enjoy your family time more. Cheers

@chrischilderhose6390 2 года назад

Thanks for the content brother. It kept my spirits up during some really low and depressing points in my life. This global event isolated a lot of us, but seeing your videos kept me entertained and kept me going. Hope you get back that spark and joy in what you do.

@kellhicksdotcom 2 года назад

I relate to this job situation so much. I ended up in a better situation as well. I’ve always liked your content and this honest video shows me that this is a good thing for you to be doing. You’re better at it than you think. Now go crank up your favorite amp and have a good one!

@christophermyers4965 2 года назад

Thanks for reviewing these amps and gear your vids are my goto for gear and u do a great job. I will continue to watch ur vids keep up the hard work. Your vids are very cool cause u make sure to give the gear justice.

@BrianBower 2 года назад

I love your honesty in your videos. The isolation of being home for work got to me a bit over the last few years. I ended up taking some of the summer off from videos because I wanted to work on music and I have no regrets. Keep doing what you're doing but at your pace!

@dannyeichelberger7950 2 года назад

I definitely purchased my Badlander based on your videos. I love your detailed descriptions on tone. Spot on!!

@onepathforme 2 года назад

Yo Yo Kyle, your channel rules and you handling the ebbs and flows of work like a champ. I'm 43, been playing in hardcore/punk/diy bands my whole life. Having a channel like this that gets down to the stuff I want to hear for the type of music that I play has been totally invaluable. Keep up the great work!

@steviesedge 2 года назад

This is a brilliant channel. Not necessarily a metal guy but I love your take on it all and love the tones you get with the stuff you have. Keep it up

@ampcharge5509 2 года назад

A thoroughly honest, heartfelt, and most meaningful discussion by you. Infinite thank you! Having lived in Pittsburgh for many years, I more than understand the gross isolation of winter months. It was probably the main reason I left. Add that to the isolation of working exclusively at home, even if it is for something that you love, and it can be quite the downer. I don’t know how to quite put it another way, but I would be careful about pushing yourself too hard when that’s likely to lead to more isolation still. Winter in Erie absolutely blows but trying to be outside and preferably around some people for a few hours each day will really help. By no means to be pedantic or proselytize, but having been through it myself many times over, I wouldn’t hesitate to seek out help for any level of depression you have. Family genetics are complicated things and add that to all social factors, it can be quite the killer. Depression is nothing to fuck around with. And I could be wrong, but I don’t think that any of us out here in viewing land expect you to have a certain rate of productivity. Whatever and whenever you decide to post is just fine in my books. It’s all great stuff. So, take care of yourself, dude. In all dimensions.

@kevinbilodeau4123 2 года назад

Hey Kyle. Thanks for sharing this with us. You're doing what you love and it shows. Your honest approach is always appreciated. Your channel is far and away my favorite. The thoroughness in your demos is the best along with your sense of humor. Keep up the great work! 🤘🤘

@juddrizzo Год назад

Dude! Don’t stop! Take more breaks. You are one of the people that is driving me towards starting a podcast/YT page. I’m probably gonna start one about hard rock and heavy metal music appreciation and interviews. I’ll probably do a rig rundown of my stuff and my path and conclusions as part of that.

@JayPlant 2 года назад

I can relate. I am a custom airbrush artist in Canada. Been doing it for 12 years fulltime and I love it however working alone all day, everyday, gets to you. It took me a long time to find balance and even though I have set hours now instead of working 24/7, burnout, depression and isolation is still a thing. Losing interest in what you love is difficult to deal with. People sometimes do not understand the massive amount of work that goes on behind the scenes. Thanks for being open and honest about it. So easy to forget to take care of ourselves.

@davu9027 2 года назад

I hope your channel gets huge. It deserves the recognition for the tightest riffs and coolest rig testing. Keep it up man! Love your channel

@astrozombie2000 2 года назад

Thanks Kyle and keep up the great content!

@SeanNotTheFallen 2 года назад

Hey man! Just wanted to say I really love all your videos & have watched & like about all of them lol. Especially your "Belligerence in Stereo" is the perfect & really helped me out when searching for ideas for what amps would sound brutal for my demo. Can't wait to see more pairs! (the omega/badland) :) I honestly couldn't a find RU-vid channel on "how amps sound" could sit all way through till yours & the fact that your cool enough to share your amps with local stores is tight! Really relate to "your viewers comment" & don't feel like social media cause of drama, but enjoy talking to people about gear/music ha. My bad for the long message but don't comment much! Keep up the awesome job dude!

@dustinreeder3796 2 года назад

Kyle, I have been following the guitar gear RU-vid game since the very early days of Fluff and Ola. You bring such a unique and down to earth perspective. You are an extraordinary content creator and an extremely valued member of the community! Keep up the great work, but always look after number one (you)!

@MrGuitarandvocals 2 года назад

Mad respect brother. Keep going dude. This is your calling in life. Don't ever fucking give up!!

@usynthesis4749 2 года назад

Hey man!! I love your videos!! To me it's not just amps and guitars. But it's something to look forward to, and something that makes you happy. Just like watching a sitcom you like or something like that. RU-vid is definitely a new format and a new medium for entertainment. And you're helping to pioneer that. That's really freaking cool! You are in my top 5 favorite content creators for sure. I know what you mean about procrastinating projects that you feel are very important. I've been doing that a lot lately with many things, recoding my music, expanding my e-commerce business etc...Basically "Getting my shit together" 😆 Learning and having the discipline to manage your own time when you're not a slave to a "regular job" is a challenge. Anyway, I actually found this video kind of inspiring. I need to get to those important projects that I've been procrastinating also. 😄 Keep it up man! Don't burn youself out! You're definitely doing a very cool thing that a lot of people appreciate! 😎

@Henysipper 2 года назад

It is kinda cool that you can create content and get something off your chest with your current job. I do like when people pull back the curtain on what a job is. No matter what it is or how cool it seems is still work. My wife and I both work from home and we take breaks and BS with each other and that helps a lot. Whatever videos you pump out we'll support cuz they're good and honest.

@codydaniel3097 2 года назад

I'm a guitarist of 28 years and I've been stuck in an absolute nightmare job for 4 years now and I swear it was if you were speaking from my exact experience! I'm incredibly inspired by what you discussed here as it gives me hope that I can make changes for the better. Sounds like you've hit a really good point with that "work"/life balance! Wishing you all the best, dude! Subscribed!

@compulsiveviewingmaterials Год назад

Keep up the good work!

@TheOtherJohnBrowne 2 года назад

Thanks for this video, dude! I appreciate you and your channel a lot!

@michaelmarino5025 Год назад

I just found your channel today. You do an amazing job, man. I have problems watching demos all the way through. But, you make it much more fun with the mess-ups and edits. They are very funny. When you threw the pick in one demo and said you were done? Made me laugh and your personality kept me watching, more so than the demo. You're a funny dude and very personable. Keep up the good work.

@williamdesilva67 2 года назад

That's whats so great about u and ur channel... u feel like a real person .. some of these channels are cool but I don't feel connected like I do with your channel.. keep ur head up and just know u put put relatable and informative content that I know I'm not the only one who appreciates. Thx for sharing this upload.. and btw yes ur editing has definitely gotten noticeably better over the last year or so since I've cone across ur channel.. looking forward to what's to come.. keep on a rockin

@nokomisnichols 2 года назад

Your doing a great job brother. I love your channel. Ben here since you began.

@whiskeyhangover1438 2 года назад

Kyle I think this is the best and most important video you've ever put out. As good as any blues lick, song, guitar solo you've bared your soul. And in doing so you've touched other souls. Thank you.

@caiocrespo9809 2 года назад

Your demos are dammed good… don’t worry…. You are on the right path!! Good lucky

@davidfilley3984 2 года назад

Cool videos, man. I too love gear and I recently learned how to build an amp out of frustration with gear and crazy prices. You talk about guitar tone in a very knowledgeable way, especially in discussion about waveforms and clipping. Great Job! Would eventually love to send you an amp to have you make a video on. Cheers, Dave.

@1980hardhitter 2 года назад

Just subbed, not sure why I havent before as I've watched plenty of your vids. Keep it up you have a good channel. I definitely feel you on the isolation, I went from a crazy party dude in a decent metal band in the late 90s to moving across the country and not making any friends to working at home since covid and now single. Isolation is real my dude, I just play my guitar and got addicted to gear forums and internet to occupy my time. Got to the point where I hated playing and missed out on a few years but I got back into it somewhat.

@jamesfischer3677 2 года назад

Usually don’t comment on videos much, but just wanted to show support and say keep up the good work Kyle! Your videos are awesome and you come across as a down to earth and honest person. Try to make sure you take care of yourself and get some enjoyment out of the content creation too!

@NickLeonard 2 года назад

Respect. Even running a smaller channel, I feel the pressure to get videos out regularly, and I often spend as much time making videos as I do working and running a business which can be a lot. It's easy for it to consume your whole life and turn your passion into something you can get burnt out on. As you said, variety is key for keeping your interest up. Since I'm not at a point where I'm worried about youtube being my job, I have the freedom to just do whatever interests me in music, and I learn so much that way and it really expands my passion for it. So keep doing what you're doing, and don't be afraid to try new video ideas! It's also good to see the human behind it, and not just be a gear demo machine haha

@jasonhoneman1272 2 года назад

I love your honesty and your channel really rocks!! I admire every effort you have made here and am a fan! I would love to see an episode where you asked where us musicians are practicing playing guitar with our gear! That would be so fun! I’m sure you will get many, many variety of answers!!

@BBQROCKSTAR178 2 года назад

Great message! Glad you’re back “on”…cheers! 🤘🎸

@belligerentamateur 2 года назад

Thank you!

@mackmccoy15 2 года назад

Dude, im glad i stumbled across your channel. I use to love playing my guitars, but life gets in the way, and i dont play like i use to. I do plan on getting back into it, so listen to all the rig set ups is awesome and will help me make my decision on my new set up. So thanks!

@bigjoeisgood Год назад

Congratulation for your courage and keep dignity ! You make the good decision ! I wish you the best. Keep going man

@belligerentamateur Год назад

Thank you so much!

@gaberox1 2 года назад

The tones and riffing on this channel have definitely helped me to get better but now I just like to freestyle riffs all the time and never really remember them lol. But being new to tube amps a year ago and being kinda stuck between wanting a modern metal tone and a thrash tone watching you dial in these amps has been super dope and helpful.

@Mikegrecoguitar Год назад

Kyle, I know this is an older video but I had to rewatch it cause it touched me. I have recently started making guitar videos for my own RU-vid channel, and you are some of the inspiration for that. I love music, I love gear and I love the idea of being able to help someone out there that might need it. Thank you for all the awesome videos, for the inspiration, and for just being yourself. I hope one day I can reach people the way that you do, but if I can’t, then I’m gonna have a good time trying. Much love man!

@bengirard1984 2 года назад

You're one of the most honest gear reviewer on the platform my man and I think a lot of people can relate to your story, in one way or another. Keep up the great work! I 100% feel you about the procrastination because you're afraid of screwing things up. I have a hard time recording guitar for our album at home when I'm alone because first of all, I personally hate recording...always did haha And second, I've always been a ''live'' guy. I can be a pretty tight guitar player, but for some stupid reasons, when I know I have to record and be 100% ''on'', I still have a tendency to make mistakes because I'm stressed and I hate starting over and over again, to the point where I just push back the recording until I have no other choices to do it because I'm pissed haha I'm working on that, but it's hard.

@bradleyjames6390 2 года назад

You do a great job Kyle, I watch this channel because I love music but also because you truly do seem like a genuine human being and I appreciate the sacrifice it takes to achieve what content creators achieve. I wanted to do music full time but as the sole bread winner with a family I work full time in a similar setup to what you explained and I escape to playing music and recording songs and ideas whenever I can. If you can, keep doing what you are doing because you are doing a great job and you bring others joy and hopefully yourself, look after yourself and make sure it’s putting a smile on your face as that will reflect in the rest of your life. Thank you for everything.

@juanjacob2255 2 года назад

Keep up the good work kyle! You’re always putting out some awesome content man.

@absatz5 2 года назад

I think your channel really does it's own thing and does it damn well. It's fun and interesting and I'm not even an amp/pedal guy. So keep up the awesome work 👏.

@mobbinator 2 года назад

Kyle, firstly I wanna say thank you for your honesty with all that you said. It's hard to remember that these content creators that we watch on the regular are real people with real lives. I definitely feel for you in terms of the whole work thing. I recently took a job that on paper is one of the best opportunities I will ever have especially for my experience and education level, but it's single handedly the most stressful position I've come across and it's reduced my quality of life. I've been seriously contemplating on leaving it. From the outside it seems like a stupid decision but I feel like quality of life and true happiness should always be top priority for us all As for your RU-vid burnout, I've been there as well. I started taking my channel more seriously last summer actually. It hasn't blown up like yours but I did get some traction, and even had a company send me some stuff to do gear reviews. It's fun because it's our passion but when it becomes something we have to do instead of something we want to do, it eats away at us. Everything you've said is totally spot on and I respect you even more now for even admitting it, as many people are too prideful to admit shortcomings and such. I'm really happy that I found your channel and besides the very helpful gear demos, I really appreciate the human element in your channel. It makes everything more authentic and relatable. Good luck with everything man, and never stop trying to find your happiness. You deserve it

@dramius 2 года назад

Kyle, sounds like we're similar in many ways! I always dig your demos and like your style! Go forth and conquer! 🤘🏻 👍🏻

@MrBeansd 2 года назад

Always have been such a positive force in the hardcore scene . Watching you has made me realize about hard work in the craft of guitar , even more so because you do it beautifully on camera. Thank you even for providing the amateur guitar players a place to go and feel enriched with wonderful gear. Good work on the channel, me and my buddy’s always have great things to say when brought up in conversation. THANKS! Haha

@jarrodottinger3 2 года назад

Kyle, I hope that you know just how much your viewers love you: not just because you share a commonality in life, but because you’re real, and you’re a fellow person, a brother. You may never get to meet most of us, which is unfortunate, but please know that your value isn’t found in what you’re able to create; it’s who you are. You are inherently and intrinsically valuable, and I think we all understand that. I believe that this video that you shared with us is a very necessary window into your world, a world most of is do not know. Thank you for being real with us, brother. I pray that God blesses you in your life and that you know Him more and more.

@belligerentamateur 2 года назад

Thanks so much Jarrod. This is one of the kindest comments that has ever been left here. It means a lot and is very much appreciated.

@jarrodottinger3 2 года назад

@@belligerentamateur You’re very welcome, sir. :-)

@jimh6391 2 года назад

I'm glad its working out for you, I like your videos ,they are very informative. Keep up the good work.

@immortalgram 2 года назад

Your honesty is awesome. Thanks for posting this Kyle. Nice to know you are a real person. 🤘

@Nghilifa 2 года назад

Appreciate your honesty Kyle & I totally understand, looking forward to what you've got coming for us in the future. ✊🏿

@belligerentamateur 2 года назад

Thanks Ricky! There will be lots to come, I promise

@zacharysmithingell5460 2 года назад

Helpful perspective on the behind the scenes situations for content creators like yourself. Thank you!

@amplifex4134 2 года назад

Hell yeah man! Live your best life \m/

@adriandaigle8651 Год назад

Love the honesty!

@MajorDook1 2 года назад

Great stuff mate! I'm new to your channel. Watched your 5150 iconic video and then went out and bought the amp. Love it! Just subscribed 🙂

@belligerentamateur 2 года назад

Glad to have you man! Enjoy the Iconic!

@PRLXS84 2 года назад

Dude, you are my favourite amp tester, bar none. Nobody does it like you do, keep it up!

@elus1ve0ne64 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing this dude .. I’ve made some videos of my own just tracking and recording myself playing and it is very time consuming and tedious work. It’s fun but I totally understand how you could get burned out on it. Especially when you’re cooped up in the house for extended periods of time. I’ve gotten overwhelmed with work and the grind of daily life and have been trying to ignite my desire to play and write music but It’s difficult at times. I think it sucks that the dream of being a professional musician in heavy music is virtually not an option for most metal bands. I got off the subject but I wanted to let you know that I enjoy your channel, there are few channels I watch these days. Ola, fluff, Rabea, stay metal ray and your channel are pretty much the only ones I pay attention to anymore. And your channel has been my number 1 for a while now. Just wanted to share that, don’t apologize for needing a break. Do what is best for you personally and the content will feel more enjoyable ! Thanks for what you do !

@anthonypayne5628 2 года назад

Great video brother. I stumbled across a video on your channel a year ago so apparently that's when you were just starting! Haha You've grown and have come along a long way this past year. So yeah, you should be damn proud of yourself as I'm sure you are. You have a GREAT GREAT ear for metal tones! 😉 Keep up the good work!

@user-dk7ce7xf7m 2 года назад

Man, you just a breath of fresh air in metal gear youtubery. Huge inspiration, great playing, good taste, heck, you even forced me to buy Splawn Quickrod I will get next week! ))