Swell — Shaping the identity for a next-gen music platform

Case study

Client
Swell
Year
2024
Sector
Music & Technology — Seed
Scope
Brand identity, Art direction, UX/UI design, Design system, Digital guidelines

Shaping the identity for a next-gen music platform

How does a fast-moving fintech ship new surfaces without the product drifting apart?

Swell came to us with a bold vision: build a modern music ecosystem designed to bridge the gap between emerging creators and engaged audiences.

We developed a complete brand identity and digital experience from the ground up, establishing a strong visual language and cohesive UI patterns across every touchpoint.

The result is a distinct, high-impact presence that balances editorial feel with digital precision.

+120%Audience engagement after launch
0 to 1Complete brand & digital ecosystem built
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Swell TeamFounders, Swell
Grutta gave Swell a distinct identity that immediately resonated with our community and set the tone for our entire product.

Key insights

01

Culture meets clarity

Music platforms need personality. We avoided generic tech aesthetics in favor of a bold visual system anchored in contemporary culture.

02

Scalable design infrastructure

We built a streamlined visual hierarchy and component system, ensuring every piece of content—from promo assets to product UI—remains visually aligned.

Credits

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