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Two Methods:Band Name HelpCreating Your Own Band Name

You may think that being in a band is all about the music. To some extent you would be right, but if you want to be well known you have to have a catchy name which people will be able to remember. This article will help you create the perfect name for your band.

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Creating Your Own Band Name

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    You could sit down and think of things in your personality like if your Gothic Wicked could be a good name.
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    Make a list of bands that inspire you/your music. Looking at how other bands have chosen their names is often a good place to start when choosing your own.
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    Take into account your style. Try to choose a name which reflects the type of music you play, otherwise potential fans could be put off listening to your music.
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    Think of your audience. What kind of fans are you trying to attract? Choose a name which will appeal to them, as well as perhaps pulling in a wider audience. (Of course, if the music is "just for you" you can skip this point)
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    Consider likes and dislikes. If there is something in particular the whole band agrees on this can often be an effective starting point for names.
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    Make suggestions. Have everybody in the band write down a few ideas then share them with the group, sort out the good from the bad.
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    Sleep on it. Often the best ideas won't come to you when you want them. Don't make the decision right away, it isn't usually necessary for a band just starting out to have a name.
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    You can change it. A lot of famous bands have changed their names a couple of times. Don't be afraid to do the same if you think of a better idea at a later date.
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    Be aware of your surroundings I remember hearing that AC/DC found those letters on the back of the sewing machine. You could even try thinking of three letters and figure out a cool acronym. Example: If you chose CMR perhaps Cradle My Rowdiness
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    Try using Latin words that mean something relevant to your band. For example, Igneous, which means fire.
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Tips

  • Making sure the whole band is involved in the process to avoid arguments.
  • Try not to make something hard and long that people can't remember, and try not to make it sound embarrassing.
  • Combine words together to make one nice word.
  • Pick something that has deeper meaning.
  • Use names of other bands' songs. For example, Death Cab for Cutie got their name from a song by the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band.
  • Do not choose a name you might regret later in life.
  • Try to make it catchy or it makes you want to listen.
  • Try to choose a band name which goes with your band genre. It won't be a wise thing to name your band something like 'Rock Addicts' and then produce pop songs.

Warnings

  • Do not use another (professional) band's name. You could be sued.

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Categories: Music

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Español: crear un nombre para una banda, Deutsch: Einen Namen für eine Band fidnen, Italiano: Creare il Nome per una Band, Русский: придумать название для музыкальной группы, Português: Criar um Nome Para uma Banda

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