Roy explores his journey of being a musician & YouTuber: everything from the creative process of song writing and recording to going ”viral” on YouTube, as well as balancing being a fan, critic, and creator. If you’re a creative person who likes to ”peak behind the curtain” of another artist, then this show is for you!
Episodes
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Tuesday Aug 31, 2021
Here are the lessons learned from hitting 150,000 YouTube subscribers.
On this episode:
- why "dumb ideas" make the best YouTube channels
- the mindsets you need to grow a channel long term
- what to do instead of obsessing over analytics
- how to play by your own rules and not the algorithm’s
- my biggest mistake on YouTube & advice for you
00:00 Intro
03:13 Why dumb ideas are great ideas
05:47 Setting realistic expectations
10:31 Forget the algorithm… just have fun!
15:00 Q&A… my biggest mistake & advice for you
YouTube Stories (YouTube playlist) ►► https://bit.ly/YouTube-Tips-Tricks-Playlist
YouTube Stories (Spotify playlist) ►► https://spoti.fi/38l5nDJ
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2
Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Tuesday Aug 24, 2021
Roy answers the question: whether or not The Bad Batch (and The Clone Wars and Rebels) are “required” viewing for the everyday Star Wars fan. Plus, a sneak peak of this month’s Patreon bonus track, “Baby Yoda (acoustic)”.
On this episode:
- why Roy hasn’t kept up with any of the animated Star Wars series
- how The Mandalorian convinced Roy to consider watching Clone Wars & Rebels
- hear a sneak peak of this month’s Patreon bonus track, “Baby Yoda (acoustic)”
- what finally got Roy to binge The Bad Batch
- Roy’s overall take on Season 1 of The Bad Batch
00:00 Intro
05:28 Mandalorian "History Binge"
08:48 "Baby Yoda" Acoustic Sneak Peak
10:37 Why I finally binged Bad Batch
12:05 What I loved about Bad Batch
The Mandalorian “History Binge”
Clone Wars
Season 2 — Episodes 12, 13 & 14
Season 5 — Episodes 14,15 & 16
Season 7 — Episodes 9 & 10
Rebels
Season 3 — Episodes 15 & 16
Season 4 — Episodes 1 & 2
Star Wars Explained Interview w/ David W. Collins (Bad Batch sound designer) ►► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCFzzVHe7Lo
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2
Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
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Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
Tuesday Aug 17, 2021
Why has it been 5 months since Royish Good Looks released new music? Where is the HELLO THERE song?! GIVE IT TO ME NOW!
On this episode:
- is there a “Hello There Song” in the works?
- why does Roy takes so long between songs?
- when can we expect new Royish Good Looks music?
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2
Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Twitter ►► https://www.twitter.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Tuesday Aug 10, 2021
Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “Feel the Force.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through.
On this episode:
- Hear an alternate demo version of the song
- What lyrical phrase Roy thought would upset Star Wars fans
- How Roy borrowed ideas from Imagine Dragons, The Police, Genesis & Bad Suns
- How to draw listeners in with contrasting arrangements
- Roy’s secret to creating intriguing choir vocals
- The production tricks used to make the song “pop”
- Roy’s favorite parts of the song
- …and much more!
Inside the Song (YouTube playlist) ►► https://bit.ly/Inside-the-Song_YouTube
Inside the Song (Spotify playlist) ►► https://spoti.fi/3fL4uZ0
00:00 Intro
05:08 Song Start — Singing Force Ghosts
05:43 Verse 1 — palm mutes, vocal stacks, & lo-fi drums
08:54 Chorus 1 — creating contrast, star power, arpeggios, & vocals
12:30 Post Chorus 1 - Cinematic strings, synths & seeing-stone mediation
14:08 Verse 2 — Drum grooves, acoustic vs. electric, & echoes
20:24 Chorus 2 — Anthem arrangements, vocal stacks, bass notes?!
22:47 Post Chorus 2 — Momentum & tambourines...plus oo’s AND ahh’s
24:32 Bridge — Bass fills, film quotes, & 3-part harmony
25:39 Chorus 3 — Not-a-breakdown, faux-crescendos & dramatic vocals
26:29 Final Chorus & Post Chorus — It’s 1 louder!
27:21 Outro Reprise — Lo-fi drums, guitars, and mmm’s
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► https://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
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Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
Instagram ►► https://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
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Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
Tuesday Aug 03, 2021
This week, Roy counts down his favorite songs! Each one has something special from composition & songwriting to recording & production...with a heavy serving of teenage angst.
Roy's Favorite Songs (Spotify Playlist) ►► https://spoti.fi/2Ymtc8r
Roy's Favorite Songs (YouTube Playlist) ►► https://bit.ly/37gpfr2
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
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Facebook Group ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► https://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Buy T-Shirts ►► https://bit.ly/RGL-Merch
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Tuesday Jul 20, 2021
Chetreo joins the show to talk about his popular Rick and Morty remix songs, music production, and life on YouTube! His channel has garnered over 161,000 subscribers and over 67 million views. WUBBA-LUBBA-DUB-DUB!!!
On this episode:
- Chetreo’s YouTube journey from early years
- How he maps out his remix songs
- What it was like collaborating with Schmoyoho
- The “calling-card” you’ll hear in every Chetreo remix
- How his most successful song was produced in an afternoon
- Which YouTube comments are Chetreo’s LEAST favorite
- His advice for aspiring creators
Chetreo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Chetreo
Chetreo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chetreo
00:00 Intro
08:19 How Chetreo maps out a remix
11:35 Tutorial for remixing vocals?
16:34 Collaborating with Schmoyoho
19:05 “I Am Alive” song breakdown
20:36 Chetreo’s musical inspirations
22:33 Thoughts on YouTube & Motivation
25:07 Advice for aspiring creators
28:03 YouTube comments…….
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
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Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengstonhttps://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Tuesday Jul 13, 2021
Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “I Am Your Father.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through.
On this episode:
- how rhythm and groove plays a huge role in making a song fun
- why loop-based songs are so hard to arrange
- the Jimmy Eat World “trick” Roy borrows for this song (and many others…)
- how Roy knows a song is a “good” song
- the arranging and production tricks used to make the song “pop”
- Roy’s favorite (and least favorite) part of the song
- ….and much more!
00:00 Intro
05:06 Verse 1: Guitars & Lyrics
07:11 Chorus 1: Simple, yet excting
10:04 Verse 2: The groove, echoes, & the Emperor
14:10 Pre-Chorus 2: Drop the bass out
15:03 Chorus 2: 1975 hi-hats, bass riffs, and vocal arranging
18:04 Post Chorus: Get pumped up!
20:01 Bridge & Breakdown Chorus: Call back to the Verse
23:03 Outro: Louder is better
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2
Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
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Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Tuesday Jul 06, 2021
Roy gives an overview on mixing music. You'll learn about the philosophies he applies for each instrument. Plus, you'll hear audio examples of balancing tracks and adding effects.
On this episode:
- A simple way to approach mixing rock style music
- Tips for balancing drums, bass, guitars, and vocals
- Hear a "before & after" of a mix with & without any effects
- Why keeping a fresh perspective is crucial
- …and many more tips and tricks!
00:00 Intro
04:38 What makes a “good” mix?
06:18 Drums: Tight, Natural, or Room-y?
07:51 Bass: Mellow or Aggressive?
09:29 Guitars: Rock n Roll or Pop?
11:05 Vocals: What’re the lyrics?!
12:49 What instrument is the focal point?
14:33 Effects: Before & After
17:55 Keep a fresh perspective
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2
Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
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Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Tuesday Jun 29, 2021
Tuesday Jun 29, 2021
Roy breaks down writing and recording the song “Let the Past Die.” You’ll hear the vocals, guitars, and drums isolated from the mix in this part by part walk-through of the song.
On this episode:
- why the song is so darn intense and dramatic (…on accident)
- which part was recycled from a completely different song
- why falsetto vocals were used on 3 occasions throughout the song
- the arranging and production tricks used to make the song “pop”
- Roy’s favorite part of the song
- …and so much more!
00:00 Intro
03:53 What's with the ukulele vibe?!
07:57 Kylo's Verse
10:11 Chorus 1: Suspense & Vocal Arranging
12:39 Rey's Verse: Echoes & 80s Drum Fills
14:38 Pre Chorus 2: Background Vocals & Falsetto
17:13 Chorus 2: Drums, Lower Harmonies & the "B Part"
20:11 The Bridge: Old Demos & Dramatic Effects
23:33 Chorus 3: Ska Guitar & Lead Guitar
24:57 YouTube Comments: "The Sequels"
Vox "We Measured Pop Music's Falsetto Obsession" ►► https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJT2h5uGAC0
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
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Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
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Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Trenton K. Bond
Tuesday Jun 22, 2021
Tuesday Jun 22, 2021
Roy celebrates the magic of cover songs and rediscovers rare covers he recorded between 2011-2017.
On this episode:
- why cover songs are awesome
- the cover show that was better than any "real" show
- clips from a variety of cover songs recorded by Roy
- which Blink-182 song Roy will *probably* cover one day
- ...and more RGL cover song trivia!
00:00 Intro
05:15 Playing covers with a live band
06:37 My covers & where you can download them
15:14 Why no recent covers?
All the original songs from this episode (YouTube playlist): https://bit.ly/Songs-Roy-Covered
Support Royish Good Looks on Patreon ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Patreon
Subscribe to Royish Good Looks on YouTube:
Main Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL
2nd Channel ►► http://bit.ly/Sub-to-RGL-2
Follow Royish Good Looks on Socials:
Instagram ►► http://www.instagram.com/RoyishGoodLooks
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Facebook Page ►► https://www.facebook.com/RoyishGoodLooks
Facebook Group ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_Facebook-Group
Tik Tok ►► http://bit.ly/RGL_TikTok
Listen to Royish Good Looks’ Music:
Bandcamp ►► https://royishgoodlooks.bandcamp.com
Spotify ►► https://spoti.fi/2rUQCpr
Apple Music ►► https://apple.co/36QoUZX
Amazon Music ►► https://amzn.to/31uJbVo
Pandora ►► https://pdora.co/30uaiPG
Deezer ►► http://bit.ly/RGL-Deezer
Artwork by Chaoticeniir ►► https://www.instagram.com/chaoticeniir
Patreon Producers:
Adam Bengston
Trenton K. Bond