How to Find a Music Mentor (Without Falling for the Hype)


A real mentor isn’t someone polishing your next single for the algorithm. They’re a guide who holds space for your whole journey—creative, human, and messy.
In a world crowded with 'coaches' promising shortcuts, the difference lies in lived craft and soul.
Real mentorship goes deeper than strategy.
This piece unpacks the myths and points to what matters: a mentor who’s both a practicing artist and a trusted guide, who understands that evolution is about becoming—not just producing.
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