solo artist

Act without bandmates

A solo artist is a musician or performer who works independently rather than as part of a group or band.

The term usually applies to singers or instrumentalists who record and perform under their own name: After the band broke up, she launched a successful career as a solo artist.

Someone may be a solo artist throughout their career or transition from group work to individual projects.

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one man band · acoustic · acoustic set · spotlight · stage presence · stage · microphone · guitar · ballad · intimate · unplugged · troubadour · songwriter · indie · debut · album · tour · lonely

Categories
Opposites
group configuration

solo artistband

Group playing music together

group · ensemble · duo · trio · collective

creative autonomy

solo artistcollaborator

One who works jointly

session musician · hired gun · sideman · co-creator

role in ensemble

solo artistbackup singer

Supporting vocal performer

session player · chorus member · accompanist · studio musician

Family

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