1.Something switches on when you're in front of a crowd. That feeling is the reason you do this.

2.You are attracted to new and unexplored sounds rather than perfecting sound that already exists.

3.When you are mixing or arranging, you trust what is technically right over what feels good in the moment.

4.You prefer to work with a clear deadline.

5.After a show or a long day surrounded by people you need real time alone before you can be yourself again.

6.You'd rather play a part flawlessly every single time than chase a vague "what if it got weird right here."

7.A song that resonates emotionally but is a little rough around the edges beats music that is perfect but doesn't say anything.

8.Your hard drive is a graveyard of unfinished ideas. You keep chasing the next one.