STANDIN' MAN
SOCIAL MEDIA + BRANDING
Scope
Standin’ Man is a new psychedelic-inspired rock n' roll band from England. In addition to touring, they write and produce songs that have been featured on Netflix, HBO, Jeep commercials, and RockBand. As a new band, they are requiring identity design, social media graphics, and promo material designed to reflect their musical style and to attract a fan base.
Challenges
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Infuse Branding With Vintage Style
Ensure brand is current while having hints of vintage style to connect with those who enjoy vintage style music.
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Attract a Fan Base
Being a net-new band, it is important to quickly attract and establish a fan base.
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Getting Started
As a new band without any recordings yet there is a huge challenge of where to begin.
Solutions
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Incorporate Vintage Fonts and Image Styles
Through font selection and stylistic touches, ensure branding evokes a sense of rock nostalgia.
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Lean Into Renewed Interest in Vintage Styles
Ensure band photos and imagery maintain a focus on vintage clothing, elements, and style.
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Digital-First Strategy
Proactively post music and content online to attract an audience, instead of releasing physical material first.
Process
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Research vintage rock logos, typography and artwork to find the right look and feel for the band.
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Collaborate between photographers, the band, and band management to put collateral pieces together.
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Create a visual identity that draws from vintage influences while remaining current in look and feel.
Brand Identity
The client is in search of a brand identity that captures the essence of psychedelic rock, striking a delicate balance between vintage and contemporary style. The design should revolve around "The Standing Man," a Turkish folk hero who protested the government through silent defiance, standing resolute for hours on end despite continuous intimidation from the police.
SOCIAL MEDIA PIECES
ANIMATED SOCIAL MEDIA PIECES
COVER ART
SWAG
STAGE BACKDROP & DRUM ART
Results
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The sudden rise of interest in Standin' Man has resulted in rock legends The Who inviting them to open a stadium concert for them along with UB40.
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Standin' Man has become a band to watch in the UK indie-rock music scene, constantly growing in popularity.
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By creating a brand that taps into the nostalgic vibe of '70's rock music, the band has connected with a retro-rock revival scene that is taking place and picking up momentum.