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Calvin Harris’ Next NFT Drop Will Only Be Available to the Biggest Collectors
Just over a month following their NFT debut, Calvin Harris and longtime creative collaborator Emil Nava are back at it with a unique follow-up. Their new collection “Growth” is said to focus on the themes of evolution, change, and freedom of expression. Harris’ latest NFT drop comes with a twist. Only collectors who currently possess 100 NFTs or more works on the Nifty Gateway platform will be allowed to bid. Considering the average NFT will run an investor hundreds, if not thousands, this minimum will undoubtedly present a high barrier of entry for most. Harris’ offering is an experiment of sorts, as it is the first drop of its kind to implement such a threshold. Calvin Harris and Emil Nava join forces once again on “Growth,” an NFT drop centered ...
UMEK Seeks to Revolutionize the Way Artists are Booked With New NFT Drop
Techno legend UMEK is the mind behind a seminal career that spans well over two decades. From his sensational hit “Lanicor” in 1999 through his most recent release, the thrilling Cryptic Speech EP, UMEK’s storied career is constantly evolving. As artists like Grimes, Steve Aoki, Kygo, and a multitude of others have been pushing things forward in the wild world of NFTs, UMEK has found a way to elevate his entry into cryptocurrency realm. With his new NFTs, UMEK will become the figure behind the world’s first NFT live performance, and is offering even more when the tokens drop on April 29th. In the 24-hour run, UMEK will offer up three one-of-a-kind remixes of “Lanicor,” a livestream performance, and a live gig. In other words, the highest ...
Eminem Auctioning Self-Produced Original Beats as NFTs
<span class="localtime" data-ltformat="F j, Y | g:ia" data-lttime="2021-04-23T16:46:09+00:00“>April 23, 2021 | 12:46pm ET It was only a matter of time before Eminem hopped aboard the seemingly unstoppable NFT (non-fungible token) train. On Sunday, April 25th, the Detroit icon will be auctioning off self-produced instrumental beats on Nifty Gateway, specifically made for a one-of-a-kind NFT drop, titled “Shady Con.” The auction begins at 6:30 p.m. ET and will also include NFT action figures with Em wearing classic outfits from different eras of his 20-year career. Check out a preview of the collection below. Shady Con is modeled after fan conventions and is described as a “convergence of blockchain technology, creative enthusiasm, and pandemic doldrums” ...
The White Stripes and The Glitch Mob Team Up on Official “Seven Nation Army” Remix and NFT
Back in 2011, electronic band The Glitch Mob produced a remix of The White Stripes‘ 2003 classic, “Seven Nation Army.” While popular, the remix never saw an official release and thus unfortunately never made it onto streaming services or into fans’ personal music collections. That’s all set to change tomorrow, when The Glitch Mob’s remix will be officially released to streaming services worldwide. The track will also see a release on vinyl, with standard black available for preorder beginning April 23rd, as well as a limited 7″ and a special red edition. The pressings will be available at Third Man Records in Nashville, Tennessee and Detroit, Michigan, and select independent record stores in June. In tandem with The Glitch Mob’s re...
Listen to Previews of deadmau5 and REZZ’s First-Ever Collab via Trippy New NFT Collection
With the tantalizing release of deadmau5 and REZZ‘s first-ever collaborative song looming, fans can get an early taste of “Hypnocurrency” via the duo’s new NFT collection of the same name. The audiovisual NFT drop contains snippets of the track, which is scheduled to release this Friday, April 23rd via mau5trap. The audio clips are paired with four custom digital artworks, each of which were designed by deadmau5. The drop contains three open editions, but the unquestioned crown jewel of the collection is a rare 1-of-1 piece. The current high bid is $5,000, but that number will skyrocket before the bidding period ends at 5PM PT (8PM ET) tomorrow, April 21st. deadmau5 and REZZ unveiled their “Hypnocurrency” NFT drop on the MakersPl...
Flosstradamus Is Celebrating 4/20 By Releasing the First-Ever Smokable NFT
For the first time in NFT history, collectors can “put their crypto where their mouth is.” That is the tagline for Flosstradamus‘ 4/20-inspired NFT venture, which he is touting as the first-ever smokable NFT. Dropping today on Rarible, Flosstradamus’ smokable NFT “Genesis Experience” is part-physical and part digital, made possible by custom-manufactured vaping technology. Prospective buyers will receive a branded Flosstradamus electronic vape pen, which doubles as a key to unlocking the digital NFT collectible. With a USB extension nested on the bottom of the device, the NFT is never far. Preview image of Flosstradamus’ “Genesis Experience,” the world’s first smokable NFT. Flosstradamus For many, the concept of collect...
Soundtracked by Electronic Music, Paris Hilton’s Debut NFT Collection Sold for Over $1.1 Million
If you thought the NFT hype was starting to lose steam, think again. Paris Hilton‘s NFT debut couldn’t have gone smoother after her “Planet Paris” collection hauled in a whopping nine-figure bid on the marquee offering. Collaborating with visual artist Blake Kathryn, Hilton brought three pieces to market, each soundtracked by dreamy, uplifting EDM soundscapes and rooted in a pink utopian dreamland. Hilton explained that the theme of the drop is all about female energy and empowerment, and she praised Blake for immediately understanding her vision for the project. “Blake instantly understood my aesthetic and it was everything that I loved,” Hilton said. “Feminine, ethereal, soft, yet powerful, and beautiful.” Preview of Paris Hilton...
David Guetta Announces “United At Home” NFT Drop for Charity
One year ago, dance music icon David Guetta performed his first United At Home livestream DJ set for charity in Miami. As the COVID-19 pandemic began to run rampant through cities around the globe, Guetta was able to raise $700,000 for relief efforts provided by multiple organizations before continuing the series in cities like Paris and Dubai. Now, Guetta has announced that he is dropping an NFT (or non-fungible token) to commemorate the iconic Miami stream. The official United At Home webpage has been updated with an announcement that Guetta’s forthcoming NFT will directly benefit UNICEF and Feeding America, two charities that the esteemed producer and DJ has been working with for quite some time. David Guetta raised $700,000 for charity during his inaugural “...
REZZ and deadmau5 Share Release Date for “Hypnocurrency” and Reveal Upcoming NFT
Last month, REZZ and deadmau5 excited fans with a preview of their upcoming collaboration, “Hypnocurrency.” With the two clips sharing what’s to come, fans already felt satisfied that the long-awaited team-up from the duo would exceed all expectations. Now, both REZZ and deadmau5 revealed that the full track will hit the airwaves next week. On Twitter, they both shared a short teaser video announcing the release date. Not surprisingly, based on the title of the song, it was also revealed that they would be dropping an NFT alongside the audio release. Set to be released two days before the track, the digital collectible features an animated mau5head fashioned with eyes from REZZ’s signature goggles. “Hypnocurrency” by REZZ and deadmau5 will be ...
Subtronics, Boogie T, and Dirt Monkey Announce 4/20 NFT Drop Featuring Nine Unreleased Tracks
Subtronics, Boogie T, and Dirt Monkey will be celebrating a fan-favorite unofficial holiday in a unique way this year. On Tuesday, each artist will be releasing a trio of unreleased tracks in the form of a 4/20 NFT drop on the Bitski marketplace. They will all be joint efforts with each of their longtime visual artist collaborators. Subtronics will be teamed up with Aaron Brooks, Boogie T is partnered with Kooz, and Dirt Monkey will be provided visuals from INCEDIGRIS. On their respective Twitter accounts, each artist shared a pair of images announcing each of their collaborative NFTs. While the tweets do contain pieces of visual art, it’s not yet clear what the final products will look and sound like. Subtronics, Boogie T, and Dirt Monkey’s 4/20 NFT ...
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...
ADE Announces Livestream Conference Highlighting the Future of Events and Emerging Technology
While the in-person Amsterdam Dance Event festivities are still a full six months away, ADE is launching an upcoming livestream event to tide the music industry over in the meantime. This week, ADE In Conversation will feature a discussion around hosting events in a post-pandemic world as well as the opportunities for artists within the rapidly flourishing NFT space. Who better to explain the value of backing NFT technology than 3LAU, a crypto-power player who recently landed on Coin Telegraph’s Top 100 Notable People In Blockchain. He is joined by famed techno producer Richie Hawtin, who recently celebrated 303 Day with a series of NFTs honoring his Plastikman alias, and digital artist Mat Dryhurst. The second panel consists of several high-profile event organizers sharin...
