i'm getting somewhat closer to recording and producing actual tracks and releasing them to the world and one thing that i've grappled with is what name to go under, i think you had a similar situation for a while. part of my issue is there's a guy with the same first and last name who's been releasing music online for several years and has developed a modest following, and on the google search bar suggestions his name pops up with a "musical artist" tag next to it. I don't want to be confused with him or make him uncomfortable by "competing" with him but i also don't know what else i would go by. Thoughts?
i would suggest finding an alternative, but without knowing what your name is i can't think of any suggestions. the further into your childhood you reach, the more likely you will find something you are comfortable with