‘Be in your lane’ – Screwfaze advices upcoming musicians

In an ever-changing music landscape, emerging artist Screwfaze is cautioning the next generation of musicians against the pitfalls of chasing trends. The artist has stressed the importance of staying true to one's unique identity rather than mimicking popular sounds. Screwfaze argued that a thriving career in music is rooted in an artist's distinct identity, which can be built around a variety of elements.

These include the artist's sound, message, cultural background, and image. "Your lane can come from your Sound... It comes from your Culture too," he explained. He also highlighted the significance of presentation, noting that visual and creative expression can greatly impact audience connection. However, Screwfaze cautioned against allowing the pursuit of relevance to lead to copying trends.

He encouraged young musicians to study industry trends, but advised against letting these trends reshape their artistic identity. "Your job isn’t to convince everyone that your sound is for them. Your job is to make your sound so authentic that the right people recognize it and connect with it," he urged. He emphasized that with consistent effort, what may initially be deemed 'different' can eventually become a signature.