A Rant to my music critics...

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Yes,

I used AI for my album art.

In fact, I used Substack AI generator for individual images, then photo edited the images together for the clumsy attempt at 3D effect.

I did this because, It was my only option with no budget to create the art work.

Would I prefer a Real human artist?

Absolutely! I cannot afford Michael Whelan or Chris Sloane, nor would I ask an artist to work for free or for less than they are worth.

So, there it is.

If you don't approve ,

I don't care.

As for the recording quality,

Yes it is compressed.

I used a BlackStar ID3 amp, a looper pedal, and a zoom GX1 pedal board and my Jackson, direct into a tablet and my phone for most of it. Some, was mixed by friends , we exchanged favors in return for Vocals, drums, Keyboards, Violin, and cello.

I did the final mix on most , online with Band lab.

All guitar work was done in single takes, no punch ins.

It's Rock and Roll, it's supposed to be raw and as live, alive as possible.

Again why?

Because I am a broke ass musician.

Would I rather a much better quality recording? Absolutely!

Studio time, engineers etc are expensive!

Again, I ain't asking nobody to work for free or less than they are worth.

All that to say,

I am damn well proud of the work done.

Regarding the critics, you know who you are ..

Thank you.

The fact you cared enough to privately message and complain about the aforementioned, means the music and lyrics touched you.

My mission accomplished.

All I will posture and say in arrogance is,

Listen to my music, pay attention to my lyrics,

Then go listen to my critics.

Decide for yourself.

I stand proudly by my work.

And,

Get Bit, Get Wykkyd,

Join the Wykkyd Wolves!

The world burns in our WYKKYD AMBITIONS.