Focusing too much on genre can really hold music back. Labels help record stores sort albums and streaming services make playlists, but they often miss what makes each artist unique. Americana, indie, punk, alternative, folk—these words are just shortcuts that put musicians into boxes instead of highlighting what they share. Rock and roll has always been more than just a certain guitar sound or beat. It’s about breaking the rules, telling storie…
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