Why Make Music… Episode 046 – “Chill Reset with ThinkTimm”
You know, the groove fills up with knowledge. No Bentley Coupe—just a gang of folks with minds wide open, understanding that “set free” is free. The cost to listen? Only your attention. The price you scream? Open for negotiation.
Maybe, just maybe, it’s one of your dreams. What do you think— is our production tight? Is the groove right? Does it make you want to dance, dance, make you want to take a chance? If you want to take a chance, that’s the movement. Music. That’s Damnation. Damnation in flight. That’s the movement. Warm Cookies.
If you’re doing it professionally, we’re going to be a nation. Be a click. Tell me what you think about that—speaker of the hat you’re made of, undefined speaker of the funk, driver of the car, the one who told you you could be whatever you want. You can be a star. You. We’re talking to you.
Welcome, welcome, welcome… welcome to Why Make Music… Episode 46. Welcome to everybody watching, listening, tuning in for the 46th time or the first time.
It’s funny—lately I’ve been giving the hosting duties to Willa May, and she’s been doing the introduction, which has been rather cool. She’s been carrying the majority of the show. She’ll come on and give us the layout, the agenda, the order in which we’re going to take care of business.
But this week, when I was doing pre-production ideas and notes and throwing around what I wanted to do, I said, “I’m gonna take this one myself.”
Welcome to Why Make Music… dot dot dot, hosted by T H I N K T I M M. Let’s be easy—that you will not forget. So, first, we’re gonna have the introductions to who, why, and what I am doing, what I am about.
I am what you’d call independent. Now, Episode 1, I told you that I don’t do this professionally. Well, I do… but that was a year ago and I was working. Now we are sitting on a mountain of music. We are sitting on a year that’s full. I grew up in a household where music was always in the line. And for me, musicians create. People create. Anybody who was true to themselves did what made them feel good.
Nothing illegal—sometimes maybe questionable—but nothing major. I’m talking about harmless, good, wholesome family fun.
I play the role of fire between there and here. If I Was Your Producer, Volume 1… you listen to those tracks, you’re thinking, “Wait a minute, I tuned in to listen, and that doesn’t sound like a top-tier singer.”
But let me tell you—rest assured—because of modern technology and the fact that I’m honest about it, if I have one insecurity, it’s that I don’t think I’m the greatest singer.
For those who have rocked with me from day one, you’ve heard my earlier demos. They’re okay, but not as good as what I’m doing now. With the help of technology, the vocals you hear are me singing—but I’m using AI filters to alter my voice and get what I want. I’m not pulling the wool over anyone’s eyes. I’m being upfront.
It’s 2025. If you’ve listened to me before, you know I say this often: you must use the technology at your disposal. It’s not a crime. It’s not hurting anybody. It’s just like using Logic Pro, FL Studio, or any plugin I use.
If I have to play live, I can do that. If I have to sing live, I can do that—or I’ll route it so I can emulate and become the face of the project. But the concept of If I Was Your Producer is simple: I’d present you material I created with you in mind, then you’d replace my vocals with yours.
All the songs are written, performed, played, engineered, and mixed by me. Even when Willa May is on the podcast, she’s an AI vocal assistant I compiled over years.
I’m contacting sync agents and music supervisors because my goal is to have my music in the background of entertainment, commercials, and media. I don’t want to be in the forefront. I want passive income.
Here’s reality: over 110,000 songs are released every day. Music is regional, curated, and often popularity-driven. I know I can make music as good as what’s in the Top 40, but without marketing teams and visuals, it’s not about competing—it’s about creating volume and opportunities.
Last year, I released six projects—26 tracks each—for a total of 156 tracks between August 2024 and February 2025. Why so many? Because the more you put out, the greater your chances. Like buying more lottery tickets.
Now, in 2025, I’m putting out If I Was Your Producer volumes—10 tracks each month—copyrighted in groups for efficiency. I’m already at 96 songs in this catalog. I’ll keep releasing because it costs me nothing, and it’s what I love to do.
The last three weeks proved something: listeners gravitate toward tracks with vocals. The response has outpaced my entire previous year.
I’m also using Disco AC for professional submissions. Everything is organized: bio, hero image, lyrics, metadata, references. One-stop shop. No samples. All rights belong to me, through WDMN MEDIA, so any revenue goes to my wife and kids.
This “soft reboot” is about reminding you—and myself—that this is sustainable. It’s not about fame. It’s about happiness, purpose, and family.
And yes, I’m still a Prince superfan. Social media has connected me with members of his camp—something that wouldn’t have happened years ago. These moments are priceless.
My advice? Find what makes you happy. Quiet the outside noise. Build healthy relationships. Put down the device unless you’re using it to create.
When I’m not making music, I’m with my family. We collect Star Wars Black Series, Marvel Legends, G.I. Joe, Transformers, Mythic Legions, and more. We 3D print, go to comic cons, and keep our lives peaceful.
I’m learning social media strategy, balancing tasteful posting with reach. I’m on Instagram under @thinktimm, @wdmnation, @djwarmcookies, and @whymakemusic. Also on Facebook and Bluesky.
Thank you for listening. This was fun. I haven’t done a full solo episode in a while. Video will be on YouTube.
Peace. —ThinkTimm