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Why do bands have weird names?
People remember those random names: they are unusual and that makes them memorable. That, or the band uses this name because the band members apparently wanted to spend every single interview talking about their name, they came up with the stupidest one they could think of. For example, Nickelback.
How do you name an indie band?
How To Come Up With A Band Name (15 Essential Tips)
- Don’t Use a Band Name Generator.
- Use Spotify For Word Inspiration.
- See If Your Name Is Already Taken.
- Google It – For Rival Brands, Not Just Bands.
- Make It Easy To Spell and Pronounce.
- Try Combining Multiple Words.
- Use A Portmanteau Technique.
- Make Sure It Fits The Genre.
What makes a band indie?
Quite simply, an Indie music definition is music that’s produced by a DIY artist, or on an independent label, without the traditional resources of a major label. Some indie artists aren’t involved with labels at all, and instead self-release their music using distributors, which we will look at later on.
What band has the longest name?
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Reason for name: It may surprise you to learn that the world’s longest band name, Paracoccidioidomicosisproctitissarcomucosis, is not a real word.
What is the funniest band name?
From Hoobastank to Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head
- The Devil Wears Prada.
- Natalie Portman’s Shaved Head.
- Toad the Wet Sprocket.
- Dogs Die in Hot Cars.
- Cherry Poppin’ Daddies.
- Anal Cunt.
- Panic!
- Hoobastank.
How many unusual band names do you know of?
Here, in alphabetical order, is a list of 21 unusual band names which we’re still trying to get our heads around. You don’t want to miss some of these. From: Wichita Falls, Texas Years active: 1994 – present
How hard is it to come up with a band name?
One of the toughest challenges faced by musicians is choosing a name for their band. However, some artists make it look easy, coming up with band names which exceed most people’s imaginative capabilities. Here, in alphabetical order, is a list of 21 unusual band names which we’re still trying to get our heads around.
How did the band Wasp get its name?
The story: Eager for a cool-sounding metal band name, Blackie Lawless, Rik Fox, Randy Piper and Tony Richards decided to take the word “wasp,” then for no reason punctuate the shit out of it. Why it’s ridiculous: When not naming themselves after animals, insects, or something misspelled, metal bands love acronyms.
Are current bands being forced to be more creative?
For better or worse, current bands are forced to be more creative and many bands have faltered in that challenge.