How Your Name Can Create Issues + Guests THE SLANTS Join Us To Discuss Their Recent Fight To Trademark Their Name

When it comes to choosing a stage name for your band or self, a lot must be taken into consideration, as my special guest - Simon from the band The Slants has learned over the past few years while fighting in court against the US Patent & Trademark Office for the right to trademark their name; as you'll learn in this episode of The Miews podcast.

When your parents discovered you were on the way, it’s very likely that they began thinking of what to name you. Why? Because your parents knew that your name would be the lifelong personal brand that others would use to identify you. Just like your personal brand, your artist or band name is your professional brand identity. Your band name is the title of your musical story, and it will precede all of your other public identifiers. The name you choose is the one your fans will adopt and use to declare their loyalty when it comes to music, and in many cases, it will determine your earning potential when pursuing corporate partnerships.

This episode, Shaine will discuss the 3 types of stage names that can slow your music career to a crawl, and keep you from reaching the levels of success you hope to achieve.

MUSIC FEATURED INCLUDES:

• Shiffley - "Entropy" (Electronic, Pop)


• Epikker - "Everyday" (EDM)


• Phenom - "Heist" (Hip-Hop)


• Ramsey - "PAY" (Pop, Trip-Hop)


• Lion In The Mane - Waiting (Indie Pop-Rock)


• Sir Plus - "We Gotta Do Better" (Hip-Hop)


• Media Solution - "Stand My Ground" (Hardcore, Metal)


• Paige Milan - "Headliner" (Dance, Pop)