In this interview, multilingual singer-songwriter Luciane Dom shares her jounery into defining her artist identity, sharing guidance on how to shape your artistic self.
What does it mean to define your artist identity? And how do you know when you’ve found it?
Here’s how I think about it: it starts with your being.
Let me explain.
Back in 2021, I was fortunate enough to have read ‘The Ultimate Coach’ before it was published.
I’ll always be eternally grateful to Steve Hardison for that experience.
This book was so powerful and spoke to every part of my spirit.
“Who am I being?
I’d never considered that question until Steve’s words challenged me to ask:
Who would you need to BE to live your most extraordinary creative life?
Steve helped me realise something fundamental that I now carry into every conversation I have with artists and musicians.
You can create yourself to be.
- To be an extraordinary performer.
- To be an unforgettable storyteller.
- To be a unique artist.
And that’s what I believe is the foundational pillar to define your artist identity, one step at a time.
To shed light on this crucial aspect, I had the joy of sitting down with Luciane Dom to explore her journey of becoming the artist she is today.
🎙️ How to Define Your Artist Identity – In Conversation with Luciane Dom
Born in Brazil, Luciane Dom is a multilingual singer, songwriter, and producer whose sound flows between soul, jazz, R&B, and Afro-Brazilian roots.
She is part of a new generation of contemporary artists from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, who bring poetic themes such as Black diaspora, feminism, empowerment, as well as social reflections that impact the construction of their emotions.
Her voice is instantly captivating, but it’s her artistic identity that truly sets her apart.
In this episode, she shares how she began shaping her artistic self, one intentional step at a time.
We talk about the defining moments that sparked her clarity, the early actions she took to stand out, and what “authenticity” really means to her in a noisy world.
She also opens up about the mindset shifts and daily practices that have helped her stay aligned with her truth—insightful advice for any artist finding their way.
Luciane doesn’t just perform, she inhabits her art.
I believe that her story is a reminder that your identity is not something you find once, but something you master over time.
Enjoy listening! 🎧
In addition, read this blog article: Afro Brazilian Music w/Àbáse
Table of Contents
3:20 — Growing up vibing to Jazz, Soul, and Gospel
24:29 — How cultural roots shape your unique artistry
34:06 — Step one to defining your artist identity: surround yourself with the right people
42:36 — Why you don’t have to be tied down to any one music genre
50:00 — Mindset and habits that help you stay true to yourself
59:44 — The power of reading and exploring different perspectives on your themes
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