[MistreatedLewis]

Originally Posted by juveboy

I'd say don't stress it over this album. Listen to what satisfies you.

Other side comments:
Too much credit to producers. Put it on the band. Sure, if you want someone to "make 'em shine," then the producer will do that. However, the quality of solely the songs, is on the band (music & lyrics). The one thing about artists is that they can always be working. It's a lifestyle. Periods of rest are important, otherwise you burn the candle at both ends, but each member can always be working on a new idea. Dave can keep a journal. Simple shit.

Making an album is a commitment, like any other artistic undertaking. Either you have a good idea going into it, or you're willing to tuck yourself away for a while in the studio and work your ass off.

If I could distill my rambles into one word: Discipline.

Fail.