Episode 87: How Artists Define Their Sound, Genre & Identity (Step-by-Step)

Identity isn’t a vibe—it’s a system. We dig into the practical steps artists can take to define who they are, where they fit, and how that clarity turns into real momentum. From choosing a primary genre and useful secondary tags to shaping a sonic identity you can reproduce live and across records, we share a toolkit that makes your music easier to find, understand, and support.We talk about the evolution from influence to originality, and how scenes, culture, and technology leave fingerprints on your sound. You’ll hear why Auto‑Tune can be a pillar, how TikTok subtly rewires structure, and why the “bedroom pop” aesthetic still echoes in today’s hits. We unpack message and values—how artists like Taylor Swift and Oasis align behaviour, lyrics, and community to project a clear promise fans can believe in. Authenticity becomes more than a buzzword when your music, conduct, and visuals agree.Sonic identity gets special focus: production choices, vocal delivery, repeatable chains, and the role of collaborators. We dig into producer‑artist chemistry—think Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson, 40 and Drake—and how the right partnership can reveal the strongest version of your sound. Finally, we translate audio to visuals with branding: colours, textures, type, and styling that make you recognisable at a glance. When your identity is clear, metadata, playlisting, PR, and partnerships stop being guesswork and start working together.If you found this helpful, follow the show, share it with a fellow creator, and leave a quick review telling us your primary and secondary genres—let’s see where you fit.Reach out to me ! Support the showWebsiteswww.jonnyamos.comhttps://themusicbusinessbuddy.buzzsprout.comInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/themusicbusinessbuddypodcast/https://www.instagram.com/jonny_amos/[email protected]