I started writing lyrics with the tune in my head. Since I didn't write sheet music, I did give in and and spend quite a while instructing AI how I wanted the songs to sound. Got some general demo tracks downloaded so that I don't loose my ideas. Now, while learning guitar and trying to learn to read music, I am trying to write the songs and create them in a DAW so I can record the vocals, getting the songs into a final form that would be releasable. I used the AI as a temporary tool to save my idea while I develop the necessary skills to fully accomplish my objectives. I do not know what other will think of the idea, but I needed a tool, so I used it. I will not use it for the final product but to save an idea so that I don't loose it, yes. Writing the lyrics and getting things out of my head may have been one of the biggest helps in not giving in to dark times. The cathartic aspect is real. Keep those creative juices flowing.

Diamonds are formed under pressure. I'm learning SO MUCH on those first gigs.

Needed to add gigs as an income source. Venue is a location that I was already KJ'ing at, weekly. Classic rock, pop, and blues mixed into country playlist. 3 hour gigs. Yes, I invited people. Venue also promoted. Shows went good for slower Sunday evenings, competing with a couple other venues in the area. A number of my regular karaoke participants and some family were there. The venue is a restaurant thru dinner, so there were some dinner customers there, some of which stuck around for drinks and tunes. 2 shows down. Another show this Sunday evening. Great leaning experiences. Tweaking out how I'm setting up differently than karaoke or DJ shows.