Does it matter if another band has the same name?

Yes. But once a band becomes famous they usually change it. Very often startup bands just choose a name they loke and don’t bother to check or don’t care if a band with the same name already exists.

Can you use someone else’s band name?

State and federal statutes comprise the laws for trademarks for a band name. Musicians cannot use someone else’s trademarked name without first obtaining consent from other musicians.

What should you not name your band?

How (Not) to Name Your Band

• No puns allowed.
• Lispy stuff sucks.
• Ixnay on the Irtyday.
• No band names that sound like a single person’s name.
• Anything with the word “whiskey” in it is guaranteed to blow.
• Use umlauts sparingly.
• Try not to name your band with an adjective and a noun.

Is a band name trademarked?

Band names are protectable under trademark law, because like brand names they allow us to distinguish one band’s music and identity from another. Besides obtaining registration of a service mark, a band may also register its name as a trademark if it is associated with specific merchandise, such as record albums.

Can 2 artists have the same name?

Streaming services sometimes group artists together who have the same (or similar) names, or create a new artist page instead of using your existing page. We can help! In the world of actors, for example, no two actors are allowed to have the same name as each other and both belong to SAG (the actors union).

Is it okay to be in two bands at once?

absolutely join both. Unless you’re uber one dimensional in your musical tastes, neither band will wholly satisfy your musical needs on their own. Being in two bands can be way more fulfilling on that front. As far as what to expect, just expect to be at twice as many band practices as you would with one band.

Can bands have similar names?

And trademark for similar band names… So, yes, similar band names happen, and they can cause sticky trademark issues. Therefore, it is helpful to be equipped with proper trademark registration to ensure your trademark ownership.

How do you ruin a band name?

One simple rule : Change one letter of the name to ruin the band.

How long is too long for a band name?

Band names should be no more than three words. Four, max.

How do you legally own a band name?

How to Legally Trademark a Band Name

1. Know what you want to register.
2. Decide who will own the trademark.
3. Decide what you wish to protect.
4. Perform a search.
5. Complete the application.
6. Submit your filing fee.
7. Check the status.
8. Keep your trademark alive.

Who owns the rights to a band name?

Typically, the issue of who owns the band name is dealt with in the Band Agreement. Often a leaving member will forfeit their rights in the name when they leave the band. In such a situation, the remaining members can continue using the name.

What if my band name is taken?

If your band name is taken, I still recommend checking to see if it’s trademarked. If someone is using your ideal band name and they haven’t trademarked it, you can still get the trademark for that name to use it for your band. Head over to the USPTO website and check for registered or pending trademarks.

Is it possible to have two bands with the same name?

It’s one of those situations that you hope never happens to you. Two (or more) bands with the same name. But let’s face it: with millions of bands online, there’s actually a decent chance another active group has exactly the same name as you.

Do you think band names should be original?

Yes, names SHOULD be original, but there’s no law saying the MUST be. But a case in point from back in the day: British singer Cliff Richards had a backing band called the Drifters, and they decided to change it to The Shadows to avoid any possible confusion with the American band of the same name.

Will it cause problems if there’s another artist with the same name?

– DistroKid Help Center Will It Cause Problems If There’s Another Artist with the Same Name as Me? For obvious reasons, you should use an artist/band name that doesn’t already exist in streaming services. Having several artists with the same name just causes all kinds of confusion.

Can a band trademark the name of a song?

Titles of literary and artistic works, while not completely unprotectable, receive limited benefits under trademark law. A band generally cannot register trademark rights in the title of a single album or song to prevent other artists from using it.