[quote name='WhipSmartBanky'][quote name='Xevious']I noticed some people mentioned that drawing/painting is too solitary. Thats true and that is kind of a disadvantage.
But I like to point out the other end of the spectrum. When you play in a band, you are dealing with other personalities as well as other creative differences. There may be compromises and such. Where as if you were painting, you are (usually) 100% in creative control.
Anyways....I wanted to point that out. Give you guys something to think about. Counter-arguments are also welcome.[/quote]
Sometimes you can build and grow based on the material presented by others. You can expand your creative vocabulary by working with others. You can get feedback on your methods, experience new things that you wouldn't otherwise.
However, music can also be a solitary experience. There are many singers/songwriters who play and mix their on vocals and instruments. There are many instrumental soloists, etc. It's not always about "the band."[/quote]
Ex., Trent Reznor is Nine Inch Nails, Smashing Pumpkins was pretty much the Billy Corgan solo show, VAST.