News Jul 4, 2026

“I can’t stand it – it feels like a cheap psychological trick”: How negative marketing in music production is destroying creativity

Ever seen a video that convinced you "your mix sucks"? Brands and influencers are chasing engagement by telling amateurs their music isn't good enough – but this anxiety-inducing messaging can damage confidence as it drives clicks

Originally published by MusicRadar
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“I can’t stand it – it feels like a cheap psychological trick”: How negative marketing in music production is destroying creativity