There's one guy who gives reviews that I wish would quit

[htfpapa]

I recognize his tone now, and I feel like he doesn't like the job, or just my music, because it sometimes doesn't make sense. He'll say there's no energy when I'm shouting. He'll say you can't tell the hook from the verse or the hook doesn't stand out when another reviewer said they love the hook. Then there are other reviewers who, whether they actually like the music or not, actually make sense with their feedback. It's constructive and not just something to say. I feel like I learn from my feedback whenever it's not the one guy. He feels like an obstacle, the gatekeeper that always has a bad day. The troll under the bridge. Maybe it's just me...

[Casey H]

Best thing would for you to email headscreener AT taxi DOT com to discuss your concerns. Venting here is one thing but my experience with Taxi staff has been they will take the time to talk with you about your concerns.

Yes, we've all had some screeners that seem tougher than others. But also keep in mind that requirements vary from listing to listing. What's a strong enough hook for one listing might not be so for another, etc. And they are humans.

I hope you'll get in touch with Taxi. And, of course, keep it respectful.

Best,
Casey

[cosmicdolphin]

He feels like an obstacle

When you encounter an obstacle, best to focus on how to get around, over or through it. Not on the obstacle itself.

[SubRivers]

He feels like an obstacle

When you encounter an obstacle, best to focus on how to get around, over or through it. Not on the obstacle itself.

charging head on at the obstacle is not advised.

this quite zen advice

[cosmicdolphin]

charging head on at the obstacle is not advised.

You'd be surprised how many get out the way if you just head straight for them

[kregdurant]

I recognize his tone now, and I feel like he doesn't like the job, or just my music, because it sometimes doesn't make sense. He'll say there's no energy when I'm shouting. He'll say you can't tell the hook from the verse or the hook doesn't stand out when another reviewer said they love the hook. Then there are other reviewers who, whether they actually like the music or not, actually make sense with their feedback. It's constructive and not just something to say. I feel like I learn from my feedback whenever it's not the one guy. He feels like an obstacle, the gatekeeper that always has a bad day. The troll under the bridge. Maybe it's just me...

sounds like you've found simon cowell moonlighting as a taxi screener lol

[ballereau]

What number is that screener?
Sounds like # 419!!!!!!!!!!!!

[KCFYX]

I think I know which one it is. But anyway, turned down a few of mine but a big libary signed all these exclusively (approached outside tax). So there is hope.

[eandersonmusic]

What number is that screener?
Sounds like # 419!!!!!!!!!!!!

419 is hard, which is a good thing. And while I have had many returns from 419, one of the forwards turned into a deal and then a placement.
Personally I'm thankful for all the returns, you have to learn, improve, and keep plugging away! Heed the advice, it will only help down the road

[Kolstad]

If you think Taxi screeners are rough, try Submithub, and you may experience a whole new dimension of rough!