Devin, mate. I know you're not likely to ever read this. I'm 35. Almost 36. I've about hit the lottery when it comes to messed up things with health. My body is slowly giving out. I live with cluster headaches and severe insomnia. On top of that I've been home bound for almost 2 years now. Trying to get an electric wheelchair, which is consistently being denied, in spite of my doctor urging I be granted one, because I can't even stand anymore without immediate, extreme pain. Unfortunately we're all just numbers on a screen. When society has officially declared you useless, there is not much you can do about it. Though I'll always keep trying, even if just to spite that cruel world. I feel like I have sheer endless potential. I feel creative. I feel musical. I want to build, write and create. I want to see my ideas take tangible shape. At the same time, I'm constantly confronted with the limits of my own body. It's an ever present source of frustration. It's not fair. It's infuriating. All I ever wanted was a chance. But even a chance isn't a luxury everyone gets to enjoy.
Without your music, I would have stepped out years ago. You're a constant inspiration. Because your appreciation for life, despite all of its struggles, shows in your music. I promised myself, years ago, that I would keep going until I'm 40, doing whatever I can to find that appreciation of life, despite the shit hand I've been dealt. And I will. I will do anything to regain my passion and my creativity. If by then I feel like I've made something worth living for, I'll keep going. Even though admittedly, things aren't looking too hot lately. To be fair, I'm completely sick of failure. I'm tired of the bad luck I seem to attract like a goddamned magnet. I'm beyond done with that feeling as if something I have no control over, but that has always just been there, is sabotaging every move. I want to spite that thing. I want it to fail, more than anything. Prove it and the world wrong. I'll have a few good years left. I'll build something, no matter what. My life quite literally depends on it. At the very least, I want to be able to look back and say I gave it my best shot. I'm just some stranger. I'm a nobody. I may not have an impressive future. I'm probably not going to be able to leave a legacy like yours. But you at least make me want to try.
I know youre not into video games, but there's a quote in the field that, paraphrased, is something like "A late game is only late until it is released, a rushed game is bad forever" or something like that. You take the time you need, and take care of yourself! You're super lucky to have a great label backing you with what you need to get it done right. Your creativity and creative ethic is such an inspiration to me! Thanks Dev! :-)
Dude, we trust you to make YOUR music right. You're following your gut and remaining open to change. Take the time you need to make it what you want. Thank you for these updates. It's so special to be considered during this process and to be kept up to speed with these updates. We love you Devin!
Nice to see that your scruples are still fully in tact. You cannot force creativity. Glad to see that your record company understands this as well. The true fans will gladly wait until the product is fully ready
Rage Quit might be a good name for a band. Also, Uncle Fester-Core might be the absolute funniest thing I have heard in my whole entire life. I think about that far too often.
I love the floaty ambient stuff. Deadlines can help, but sometimes you just need more time. Despite best intentions, we all have stretches where we need to step back, take a breath, and come back when we've cleared our heads.
Thank you so much for sharing, and for your honesty too. You’ve no idea how much this helps us mixing/producers. Especially the bits about hearing, but not hearing your mix translate 😎👍
I know Dev won't have time to read these comments, but I still feel the need to say thanks. I am just a random 59 year old dude from Australia who enjoys your musical creations immensely but isn't the slightest bit creative or artistic, so I find myself watching these updates not as a fellow artist, but as a bit of a fanboy. I will never be friends with, or rub shoulders with anyone as famous or talented as yourself, but the way you share your thoughts with us all shows us that we actually matter to you. Thanks Dev, (also thanks for the Melbourne show last November, it was a blast).
I’m honestly amazed at how much Dev gets done considering his overthinking. Granted it makes for fantastic music but I know it’s exhausting because I do it too. You’re never truly satisfied.
Ready when you are Dev! I can't wait for Powernerd but I know it'll be worth waiting for. Take care and I hope your next few days working on The Moth brings you much joy 🤘♥️🤘
This one time I waited like a bazillion years for a new Tool album and was one of the few who was totally cool with it. Take all the time you need. We'll be here.
Already looking and sounding cheery. A very heavy weight lifted off your shoulders for a little while. Well done for re-taking control for the sake of your art and our ears !
Hearing things like this from you, helps me so much in my struggle to meet deadlines. Though I'm but a pimple on the ass of your level - Procrastination, uncertainty and the other challenges and trials are the hardest part. When in the DAW I'm in my mind palace and so happy and fulfilled. But it can be so deceptively cruel when finishing the mix of something you experienced bliss with, in the capture and writing process. Your struggles help so many of us try to put our souls into tracks that we pray will relate. Your intent and struggle to catch lightning in your tracks are never lost on us. Cheers!!
Considering the pretty chill stuff that he's been churning out I'm surprised (positively, though) to hear that Powernerd is going to be exceptionally heavy!
Deadlines can really limit me when trying to convey my best ideas through my sound I can't imagine having all the responsibility set around my music as it seems you do dev
Dev, that guy that runs the lighthouse on the video, did he have a shipwreck that took his family? He dreams about that shipwreck. That octopuss remided me of ten thousnd leagues under sea. I wonder if he went about his lightwork a little happier knowing he had a friend with octopuss and helped that family.
Of all the billions of people on this world I don't know personally, you're my favourite human being. Big inspiration on multiple fronts!
absolutely how i feel about dev as well.
Parasocial relationships are a helluva thing
I third this!
“I love deadlines. I love the whooshing noise they make as they go by.” - Douglas Adams
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Devin, mate. I know you're not likely to ever read this. I'm 35. Almost 36. I've about hit the lottery when it comes to messed up things with health. My body is slowly giving out. I live with cluster headaches and severe insomnia. On top of that I've been home bound for almost 2 years now. Trying to get an electric wheelchair, which is consistently being denied, in spite of my doctor urging I be granted one, because I can't even stand anymore without immediate, extreme pain. Unfortunately we're all just numbers on a screen. When society has officially declared you useless, there is not much you can do about it. Though I'll always keep trying, even if just to spite that cruel world.
I feel like I have sheer endless potential. I feel creative. I feel musical. I want to build, write and create. I want to see my ideas take tangible shape. At the same time, I'm constantly confronted with the limits of my own body. It's an ever present source of frustration. It's not fair. It's infuriating. All I ever wanted was a chance. But even a chance isn't a luxury everyone gets to enjoy.
Without your music, I would have stepped out years ago. You're a constant inspiration. Because your appreciation for life, despite all of its struggles, shows in your music. I promised myself, years ago, that I would keep going until I'm 40, doing whatever I can to find that appreciation of life, despite the shit hand I've been dealt. And I will. I will do anything to regain my passion and my creativity. If by then I feel like I've made something worth living for, I'll keep going. Even though admittedly, things aren't looking too hot lately. To be fair, I'm completely sick of failure. I'm tired of the bad luck I seem to attract like a goddamned magnet. I'm beyond done with that feeling as if something I have no control over, but that has always just been there, is sabotaging every move. I want to spite that thing. I want it to fail, more than anything. Prove it and the world wrong. I'll have a few good years left. I'll build something, no matter what. My life quite literally depends on it. At the very least, I want to be able to look back and say I gave it my best shot.
I'm just some stranger. I'm a nobody. I may not have an impressive future. I'm probably not going to be able to leave a legacy like yours. But you at least make me want to try.
I know youre not into video games, but there's a quote in the field that, paraphrased, is something like "A late game is only late until it is released, a rushed game is bad forever" or something like that. You take the time you need, and take care of yourself! You're super lucky to have a great label backing you with what you need to get it done right. Your creativity and creative ethic is such an inspiration to me! Thanks Dev! :-)
Dude, we trust you to make YOUR music right. You're following your gut and remaining open to change. Take the time you need to make it what you want. Thank you for these updates. It's so special to be considered during this process and to be kept up to speed with these updates. We love you Devin!
Delays make sense knowing that this project evolved into something more than what was first envisioned.
Nice to see that your scruples are still fully in tact. You cannot force creativity. Glad to see that your record company understands this as well. The true fans will gladly wait until the product is fully ready
Rage Quit might be a good name for a band. Also, Uncle Fester-Core might be the absolute funniest thing I have heard in my whole entire life. I think about that far too often.
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Finish it man!! Let’s go
I love the floaty ambient stuff.
Deadlines can help, but sometimes you just need more time. Despite best intentions, we all have stretches where we need to step back, take a breath, and come back when we've cleared our heads.
And here I thought 'the floaty ambiance' was just something that played anytime you walked into a room. Who knew 😂
For musicians, there is nothing greater than deadlines. They love it! NOT! ;)
Devin! Thank you for your music it really helps me.
Thank you so much for sharing, and for your honesty too. You’ve no idea how much this helps us mixing/producers. Especially the bits about hearing, but not hearing your mix translate 😎👍
We’ve only ever listened because you’re ACCURATE. I would say you’re the most accurate musical artist that has ever been
thank you for this. you helped me big time with this. ❤⚓
yeahhhhh, Mr Devin is no more grumpy. I really love so much your works. Thanks a lot for your music ......
Your the best Devin. Total inspiration
I know Dev won't have time to read these comments, but I still feel the need to say thanks.
I am just a random 59 year old dude from Australia who enjoys your musical creations immensely but isn't the slightest bit creative or artistic, so I find myself watching these updates not as a fellow artist, but as a bit of a fanboy.
I will never be friends with, or rub shoulders with anyone as famous or talented as yourself, but the way you share your thoughts with us all shows us that we actually matter to you.
Thanks Dev, (also thanks for the Melbourne show last November, it was a blast).
I’m honestly amazed at how much Dev gets done considering his overthinking. Granted it makes for fantastic music but I know it’s exhausting because I do it too. You’re never truly satisfied.
Ready when you are Dev! I can't wait for Powernerd but I know it'll be worth waiting for. Take care and I hope your next few days working on The Moth brings you much joy 🤘♥️🤘
Be you. You're good at being you. Stay genuine as always.🤘👍🤙✌
This one time I waited like a bazillion years for a new Tool album and was one of the few who was totally cool with it. Take all the time you need. We'll be here.
Already looking and sounding cheery. A very heavy weight lifted off your shoulders for a little while. Well done for re-taking control for the sake of your art and our ears !
This hit home with me for this past week. It’s going to be what it’s going to be
Yay! So much love ❤ Good luck this week. Thank you
Ha, I extended my deadline too. I had no official pressure like yours but realised I wasn’t ready and delayed 😂
Hang in there brother...
God bless...
🔥🎸🔥
You are amazing, so is your music. Period. Even if this sounds like a cliché I mean it. I can't put it in better words. ❤
Oh man. "Power Nerd"! LOL. I'll wait as long as it takes dude. Ya beauty.
Sounds like a wise decision Dev! Stay strong and take good care of yourself 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
Can't wait to krank Power Nerd 🤓 love ya Devy.
Hearing things like this from you, helps me so much in my struggle to meet deadlines. Though I'm but a pimple on the ass of your level - Procrastination, uncertainty and the other challenges and trials are the hardest part. When in the DAW I'm in my mind palace and so happy and fulfilled. But it can be so deceptively cruel when finishing the mix of something you experienced bliss with, in the capture and writing process. Your struggles help so many of us try to put our souls into tracks that we pray will relate. Your intent and struggle to catch lightning in your tracks are never lost on us. Cheers!!
Hi Dev, remember that we love you!
I love, I let go, I don't force or control. Alan Watts
Considering the pretty chill stuff that he's been churning out I'm surprised (positively, though) to hear that Powernerd is going to be exceptionally heavy!
Waiting to Powernerd over this album. Cheers Dev.
That you take time out to share updates and musings is golden. Really. Just take care of yourself @dvntownsend 💪 More power to your arm my good man.
Deadlines can really limit me when trying to convey my best ideas through my sound
I can't imagine having all the responsibility set around my music as it seems you do dev
Tell them to enjoy the frequency. 👍🤘
Would love nursery rhymes from Dev
Yo Dev virtual hugs for ya thanks for the update and we are still 110% behind you xx
The ambient background is actually really nice! Don't turn it off pls....
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Dev, that guy that runs the lighthouse on the video, did he have a shipwreck that took his family? He dreams about that shipwreck. That octopuss remided me of ten thousnd leagues under sea. I wonder if he went about his lightwork a little happier knowing he had a friend with octopuss and helped that family.
keeping tabs. 💪👍
Here for you
Can you say "label demoitis"
" Yeah but in the ruff mix it sounded like this".. ......
*HUGGING Devin the Dragon! 🫂🐉❤️🔥💖❤️🔥🤟🏻*
10:42 watching to the landscape/horizon
Appreciate you
🙏
Yay! I am the first to watch!
Aaaaahhhh ! How do you dare ! Ziltoid ! Help ! ❤
@@user-rl9do6fo8z Uh-oh! 😳
Maybe you should sign with the Bach/DaVinci/Picasso label. Less pressure.
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Vamooo Devenio carajo ! ! !
You do this to yourself Devin.. LOL.. You know I'm right..
Cheers, bud
How many wicks do you have？
Light em up...
Life is not a race
Alternate album name: GrudgeF@ck
just embrace being the george rr martin of metal and move on.