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Here Are the EDC Las Vegas 2021 Stage-by-Stage Lineups
With EDC Las Vegas only weeks away, there’s no better time than now to start planning which stages you’ll be checking out all weekend long. And we’re here to help. Deciding which stages you’ll want to visit is a daunting task with the festival’s staggering lineup, especially considering the sheer size of the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Whether you plan on camping out at the bassPOD or running between the kineticFIELD and circuitGROUNDS, here you can find every artist and discover which of the eight stages they’ll perform on. EDC Las Vegas 2021: kineticFIELD Needless to say, the kineticFIELD lineup is huge. From Kaskade to The Chainsmokers to a collaborative DJ set from SLANDER and Said The Sky, Insomniac has booked something for everyone at their flag...
3LAU’s Next Song Will Be 50% Fan-Owned
3LAU is dropping the world’s first fan-owned song through the power of blockchain and NFT technology. The dance music producer and member of Cointelegraph’s Top 100 Notable People In Blockchain, raised $16 million earlier this summer in order to bring his new entrepreneurial endeavor, Royal, to fruition. The new platform tokenizes royalty-generating musical assets, enabling the public to purchase tokens which effectively guarantee them a share of the income generated from every stream. It’s a logical thought progression for 3LAU given his success in tokenizing the first-ever NFT album earlier this year. In January, he sold 33 NFTs tied to the long-form project, generating an astronomical $11.6M in proceeds. The idea for Royal came from a relatively straightforw...
ILLENIUM Reveals Massive Multi-Genre Lineup for Destination Musical Festival, Ember Shores
ILLENIUM has revealed the full lineup for his much-anticipated three-day event at the Paradisus Cancun resort in December. And needless to say, Ember Shores is set to be unforgettable. While ILLENIUM will of course be performing all three days at Ember Shores, the EDM star also has a slew of incredible talent from multiple genres in tow. Among the bass music acts to appear are Big Gigantic, Said The Sky, Blunts & Blondes, Wooli, and of course the world’s G.O.D. (Greatest Opening DJ), Fury with MC Dino. Outside the scope of bass music, Ember Shores will also see performances from Elephante, Cosmic Gate, Jason Ross, 3LAU, Golf Clap, HALIENE, Dr. Fresch, and OTR, covering all bases from deep house to trance. Following up a similar three-night run in Las Vegas last mo...
ILLENIUM is Previewing His New Album at Vegas “TRILOGY” Event, Exploring Livestream Options
In anticipation of next month’s gigantic “TRILOGY” event, ILLENIUM poured gasoline on the fire over the weekend after announcing the show’s set times. For those unfamiliar, he will be headlining a massive arena show at Allegiant Stadium—home of the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders—that covers all three of his albums via dedicated performances. Now, with the release of the schedule, fans have even more to celebrate after ILLENIUM revealed that final portion of the night will include a 20-minute preview of his highly anticipated upcoming album, Fallen Embers. ILLENIUM additionally announced that 3LAU and CloudNone will perform supporting DJ sets to help kick off the night. He also shared that he’s been discussing options with his ...
3LAU Shares Stunning Sunset Performance From Nevada’s Amargosa Dunes: Watch
3LAU recently took a break from all of his exciting cryptocurrency endeavors to perform an intoxicating DJ set from Nevada’s Amargosa Dunes, taking the decks in the middle of the dunes and sharing it for all to see. It’s interesting to watch how the surroundings progress from day to night as the natural light at the start of the performance gives way to colorful manmade lighting at the end. Set to the sound and mood of the show and featuring many of 3LAU’s original releases, the set is nothing short of breathtaking. Check out the performance—courtesy of Cuts Clothing—in full below. 3LAU has been a busy man as of late. As one of the musicians most involved in the world of cryptocurrency, he’s been making announcement after announcement as crypto’s inc...
3LAU to Perform DJ Set in Miami During World’s Largest Cryptocurrency Conference
Is there a DJ more fitting to perform during the world’s largest cryptocurrency conference than 3LAU? The award-winning dance music producer and crypto expert is primed to touch down in Florida for a DJ set at Miami’s famed STORY nightclub on June 4th. The show will coincide with Bitcoin 2021, the world’s largest cryptocurrency conference, which is scheduled for June 3rd to 5th at the MANA Wynwood convention center. Flyer for 3LAU’s upcoming performance at Miami’s STORY Nightclub during the world’s largest cryptocurrency conference. 3LAU, who has not been confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2021, is globally recognized as a pioneer in the NFT (non-fungible token) space. In April he was announced as one of the judges of NFTs: The Pitch, a Shark Ta...
3LAU Backs $7.6 Million Funding Round to Launch NFT Social Network
Believe it or not, it seems 3LAU‘s NFT endeavors are just getting started. CoinDesk reports that the famed electronic music producer and cryptocurrency pundit has helped bankroll a $7.6 million injection for Showtime, a new “NFT social network.” Crypto investment firm Paradigm also backed the funding round for the platform, which allows users to discover and showcase NFT (non-fungible token) art. Showtime operates in a similar fashion to Instagram. The platform has a dedicated News Feed and allows users to like, comment, and even bid on NFT art shared by creators. “We’re turning the world of social media on its head by putting users beyond platforms,” said co-founders Alex Masmej and Alex Kilkka in a statement. Showtime “Paradigm is inspire...
3LAU, Ashton Kutcher, Mark Cuban, More to Judge Shark Tank-Like NFT Funding Contest
As the NFT mania rages on, a new Shark Tank-like competition is set to debut with a number of high-profile judges. NFTs: The Pitch is a go following a $1 million funding round by Sound Ventures, a major venture capital firm founded by Guy Oseary and famed actor and entrepreneur Ashton Kutcher. Both execs will appear as judges on a panel that also includes billionaire Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, iconic hip-hop artist Snoop Dogg, and electronic music producer 3LAU, among others. Details on the contest’s format and distribution plan are scarce at this time. Variety reports that on April 21st, finalists will participate in a live virtual pitch session with the judges. However, the discussions will not be streamed live to the public, according to the competition’s websit...
3LAU, Gramatik, More to Headline “The Beat Goes Live” Benefit Show
Bringing together artists and venues from around the globe, virtual events platform Paarti is gearing up for a big weekend of music streaming with their new THE BEAT GOES LIVE online festival. Taking place March 19th to 21st, proceeds will go directly to music venues and unspecified charities of their choice. Paarti is also ensuring THE BEAT GOES LIVE capitalizes on the current NFT boom by awarding exclusive digital artworks to top live donors. 3LAU, who recently sold a collection of NFT items for a record-breaking $11.6 million, is slated to kick off the weekend at 10AM PT (1PM ET) with a 30-minute set. Gramatik is also set to headline with his collaborative Cyberpunk project with Luxas. Notably, in 2017, Gramatik became the first artist to tokenize revenue streams.&n...
Nifty Gateway Founders on Why Musicians Should Embrace Digital Art: “EDM Artists Are Just the Perfect Fit for NFTs”
As the latest Bitcoin and cryptocurrency hype cycle has gripped investors and driven a whole new wave of adoption to the space, Duncan and Griffin Cock Foster find themselves at the epicenter. The twin brothers and entrepreneurs have helped spearhead a meteoric trend in the digital asset space with their company Nifty Gateway, a marketplace for digital art and collectibles called NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, which are collectible assets authenticated and secured by blockchain technology. A few years ago, the idea of collectors purchasing digitally minted art pieces to the tune of thousands and sometimes even millions of dollars would have seemed ludicrous. However, as public comfort and interest in blockchain technology has only continued to rise, cultural influencers—especially musicians...
3LAU Sells Record-Breaking $3.6 Million NFT in First-Ever Tokenized Album Sale
Tonight, in record-setting and groundbreaking fashion, electronic music producer 3LAU sold a collection of limited edition NFTs for $3,666,666. The dance music vet and cryptocurrency pundit also broke the record in non-fungible token sales by selling 33 unique items for a total of $11,684,101. NFTs are unique digital collectibles that are truly one-of-a-kind and unable to be replicated. Stored on a decentralized blockchain, each item is exclusive to its owner and cannot be deleted or duplicated. NFTs have been a major boon in the COVID-19 era for music producers, who are actively seeking ways to recoup revenues lost from touring due to the impact of the virus. deadmau5, Feed Me, and 3LAU are a few of the many electronic music artists capitalizing on the NFT boom. The sa...
3LAU Joins Titans of Industry, Landing On List of Top 100 Notable People In Blockchain
3LAU has received recognition for his influence within the cryptocurrency space, as the producer has just landed on Coin Telegraph’s list of the Top 100 Notable People in Blockchain. The popular cryptocurrency publication defines their Top 100 list as “people who made a difference to the crypto industry in 2020 — and who will guide the direction of the sector in 2021.” 3LAU landed on the list at #93 and is joined by titans of the industry including Galaxy Digital CEO, Mike Novogratz, and Gemini Co-Founders, Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss. 3LAU’s inclusion on the list is certainly well deserved. The “Better With You” producer has been a vocal champion of Bitcoin and blockchain technology over the past few years. He was an early adopter and st...
