Chart Your Own Course

@Paradigm-Shift208 on Youtube

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Mission Control 🚀

Hi there, Space Cadets! I'm an aspiring musician crafting cinematic multi-genre soundscapes infused with a sprinkle of stardust. My music journeys through the cosmos of human emotion, exploring themes like love, loss, family, self-discovery, and mental health, sometimes with a sci-fi twist.

We are Paradigm Shift. We, as in, everyone who's a part of my community. I wouldn't be creating without someone to create for, so you're all just as much a part of Paradigm Shift as I am. You all can just refer to me, the creator, as Mission Control.

NOTE: I'm a lyricist and a composer, but not a vocalist. Every song I put out will be a collaboration between myself and a vocalist I will credit when the time comes.

🎧 Featured Singles 🎧

[Also known as the songs I've created that are not affiliated with any album of mine and tend not to fit my theme.]

"Love in Vain"

An original RnB song about unrequited love.

[Vocalist: Anonymous.]

"Phoney"

An original pop song about the struggle of self-identity and the pressure to achieve perfection, losing yourself in the process.

[Vocalist: Danny Martin on Vampr]

"Horror Family"

An original alternate rock fan song for BigGaming64 (YT).

[Vocalist: AJ on Vampr]

"Husker's Theme"

An original jazz fan song about Husk from Hazbin Hotel.

[Vocalist: Fr4nkenst3in on Vampr]

"Befriend Them."

An original alternate rock song about confronting and befriending your inner demons.

[Vocalist: StarVox on Bandlab]

🌟 What's To Come 🌟

[Exactly what it sounds like, the latest Mission Updates!]

GENESIS: For the past 9 months, I've been working on my first album to get that final push out of the atmosphere and let us set sail for the stars! We're looking at around 7 tracks with a launch date of 17/09/2024 (Cancelled).

Instrumentals: While singles may be put on hold (with few exceptions), I won't be radio silent. While I’m working on GENESIS, I’ll be sharing some instrumental tracks and interstellar snippets to keep the journey exciting.

Distribution: I'm working to get my singles out into the cosmos, making them available on platforms like Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music, and more. Stay tuned for updates on where you can stream and enjoy the music as it reaches new horizons. As of now, Love in Vain is out!

🌠 Join the Journey 🌠

For collaborations, inquiries, or just to say hi, feel free to send me a message or email! Stay tuned for updates, new releases, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into my creative process. Let's explore the universe of sound together!

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Paradigm-Shift208

Business email: [email protected]

Thank you all for joining me on this journey through the stars, your support means the universe to me! And just remember, Space Cadets...

Chart your own Course! 🌌

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Lyrical inkling #3

Has anyone else ever felt like running away?

With a full tank and a grin,

The highway calls my name,

I'm setting out, for parts unknown,

Life is but a game…

I've got my hat tipped,

Don’t know where to begin,

With every mile, my worries unwind,

Leaving my past, new horizons to find.

Lost and found, in cities and towns,

The world unfolds, without a sound,

I'm on the trail of fleeting bliss,

Every stop, a stolen kiss.

Steering the curves, humming the words,

I’m taking the long drive ‘n that’s my curse.

The miles stretch on like promises,

The dawn breaks through the mist,

Every curve, a sweet surprise,

I’m too far gone to resist.

My old pal, Stevie, says he’s worried.

He don’t know where I’ve been.

But the ringer fades to silence.

Because I couldn’t give shit.

Lost and found, in cities and towns,

The world unfolds, without a sound,

I'm on the trail of fleeting bliss,

Every stop, a stolen kiss.

Steering the curves, humming the words,

I’m taking the long drive ‘n that’s my curse.

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Mission Update #2!

Hi Space Cadets!

Mission Control here with an update about GENESIS.

After a lot of thought and careful consideration, I’ve decided to officially cancel the release of GENESIS. This is... a tough message to write, but I can explain. There have been ongoing issues behind the scenes that, after some time and reflection, have made it impossible for me to continue the project in its original form. Without going too deep into the details, I want to be clear that this decision wasn’t made lightly. Over the last few weeks, I’ve faced a series of challenges with production, collaboration dynamics, and ethical concerns that made it clear to me that GENESIS just wasn’t going to reflect the vision I had for it.

So, taking a page out of my own book, I'm going to chart my own course. Sadly, many of my ex-collaborators have been unethical in their vocal practices. Because of this, I’ve been toying with the idea of developing my own vocal bots or experimenting with AI (obviously in ways that don't involve theft). With that being said, this does NOT mean I'll never collaborate again. I love doing what I do, and I won't let a few bad experiences change that.

I understand that this is undependable of me and to those of you who were looking forward to GENESIS, I'm so sorry. Thank you all for sticking with me through this, even when things weren't certain. I’m incredibly grateful for your patience, understanding, and support. It’s because of you that I’m able to pursue my passion as far as I have, and I don’t take that for granted for even a second. Thank you all.

Keep reaching for the stars,

-Paradigm Shift 𝄞

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Hey, Ive seen your stuff on YT, it's some real cool stuff! I wanna be a music artist too, but I don't have a team/anyone at my disposal, or super good software like that. Do you maybe have any tips for me?

Hi there, Space Cadet!

First of all, thank you for the wonderful message! To answer your question... well, just start! If you have lyrics, write them down. If you have music in your head, write it. If you have a good singing voice or are good at instrumental work, put yourself out there on places like Bandlab or Vampr or other social media platforms like YouTube or Tiktok. If your main aim is to make it big, then I highly suggest getting into contact with a music distributor/record label and an agent, but if you just want to make some music and see where it leads, I think Tiktok and YouTube are the best places to start.

As for your concern about not having a team or the best software... Well, I don't have a team either. Excluding the vocalists I collaborate with, I work and produce by myself. My 'set up' consists of my laptop, my phone, a few Word documents, my closet/bathroom and maybe a few instruments. For software, I use Bandlab. I use the premium version, but the free version is still incredible and extremely user-friendly (in my experience) if you're new to creating. If you have an idea, you can bring it to life no matter what your resources are.

Finally, please note that this kind of thing is not a one-size-fits-all business. As you continue down this path, you will find your own preferences and what works best for you personally. I am only speaking out of my own experience. I wish you the best of luck in this journey and when you do create your first song, feel free to send in the link. I'll be the first to like and comment.

Remember Cadet, chart your own course,

-Paradigm Shift.

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Mission Update!

Hi Space Cadets!

Mission Control here with an update.

I've recently come to the knowledge that the main vocalist for my new album, 'GENESIS' has been using AI to replicate the voice of another artist without their consent. I will keep them unnamed for the time being, however, because of the situation, the release of GENESIS is, unfortunately, going to be delayed for the time being as I do not condone the use of AI to replicate voices without permission. All the songs are composed and lyricized, so this is just a matter of finding new singers to bring them to life. I hope to release the album by the end of September or early October at the latest. I am so sorry for this turn of events and I greatly appreciate your patience in the matter.

Keep reaching for the stars,

-Paradigm Shift 𝄞

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Lyrical inkling #2 (Got a bit of the feels today, so I'm just playing around!)

Who's the ghost behind these hollow eyes? A ravenous shadow in a world of disguise. I’m never full, I’m starving for more, But the taste of this life leaves me raw and sore. I cling to the pain, it’s all that I know, This hunger inside, it won’t let me go.

I gather the pieces of dreams I’ve destroyed, Building a kingdom of what I’ve avoided. Each step I take, I’m led astray, Feeding the beast that won’t go away.

The mirror shows a face I don’t recognize, Haunted by echoes of my own lies. Is this emptiness or just my disguise? I chase the darkness, fearing the light in my eyes.

I’ve tasted too much, yet I crave even more, Consuming the love that I’ve torn from the core. I’m lost in this cycle, it’s all that I see, A hunger that’s gnawing, devouring me.

Who’s the monster that stares back at me? A ravenous shadow that won’t set me free. I’m never full, I’m starving for more, But the taste of this life leaves me empty and sore. I cling to the pain, it’s all that I know, This hunger inside, it won’t let me go.

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Behind the scenes of GENESIS #1

Mission Control here, coming to share a laugh. I was working with a vocalist on Vampr (I will name them when GENESIS gets released), and they sent me their vocal work on my newest song, titled EXODUS; nought (Note: one of the recurring lines in the pre-chorus is the word 'exodus' spelled out fully. Off the bat, this vocalist was incredible. They captured the tone of my song perfectly and used just enough synth to give the piece a futuristic feel to it... But the ENTIRE song, they spelt 'exodus' incorrectly. Vocalist, if you're reading this, E-X-O-D-U-O-S doesn't spell exodus and no, I'll never let you live that down🤣

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Lyrical inkling #1

Stardust, once we were intertwined,

Chasing ghosts of yesterday, that only leaves me behind.

Through the moonlight, in the remnants of our colourful past,

I’m drifting through the dark descent, hoping I can outlast.

I walk the line 'twixt the light and the shade.

Hanging on by a thread, like a puppet displayed.

Every hazy little step, a stumbling whisper of fear,

Yet I balance on my toes, though the end isn't clear.

Pretty fog with little depth, where the past lingers on,

Yeah, I grasp at the fragments of a love that’s now gone.