Tan89Media . When Choosing A Stage Name... Choosing a stage name, an alias or an “aka” as an artist is an imperative task because it is a big part of your brand and how you want to be perceived. It might be as simple as using your real name as or as complex as coming up with a whole new name. It can be as simple as “AKA”, “Kabza De Small”, “Qwabe Twinz” or “Master KG” because it’s really straight forward and doesn’t need much breaking down or decoding. Some stage names are unique to the core, though they might need to be explained to be understood. For example- Focalistic, Priggy Ugly, Da Mthuda, Sean Pages, Sho Madjozi, Lady Zamar or Lady Du… might have an interesting backstory too. As an emerging talent I’m assuming you think through your name and what you want it to present and say about you and not for the mere fact that it was given or you like how it sounds. Though some stage names are names that stick from a time given by the streets, friends,...
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