Branded is a weekly column devoted to the intersection of marketing, business, design, and culture. Wikipedia is arguably one of the most well-known brands in the world. Which means you’ve most likely ...

We don't always think about it, but sound can be as important to identifying a brand as any graphical logo. Netflix's 'ta-dum' instantly brings the streaming service's logo to mind. Apple's startup ...

Visual logos get all the love, and for good reason. Human beings tend to be focused on visuals as a primary means of interpreting the world. But our other senses are just as powerful, and corporations ...

It influences energy, communication, and flow. When audio is planned correctly, it supports the celebration rather than competing with it” — Don Tucker SLIDELL, LA, UNITED STATES, January 2, 2026 ...