For years, I've kept a running playlist of rare Music documentaries and interesting videos that I find on Youtube.
Here's a thread that I'll be adding to throughout the day in between running errands. Check it out.
Having no production resources / tutorials back in the day definitely helped shape my sound by experimenting aimlessly. Trial and error. Nowadays there’s so much out there. Patreons, sample packs. I think it facilitates achieving quick results but perhaps less individuality?