Sounds of the Week - 12/11/23
Mr. Hilroy, Ziggy Ziggy Mixtape, Sound Artist W, Arella's Playlist & more.
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We share viral sounds, top collectors, top curators, genesis drops, and more to help you navigate everything going on at Sound.
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Recent Updates
On Wednesday, we hosted a Q&A with our co-founder, David Greenstein.
We want to help creators get the most out of our platform, and thats why we’re planning to host more sessions in the future, featuring your questions.
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Listen to Wednesday’s recording here.
Artist Spotlight with Mr. Hilroy
Mr. Hilroy is releasing his second track on Sound this week. Here’s what he had to say about this new release:
“Mr. Hilroy is a Vancouver-based electronic / lofi music producer, who has released under major labels such as Monstercat & Armada. Most recently appearing on Alex Lustig's "Fate Deluxe" album with his remix of "Lost Memories", released under label Pyur Beats. Seamlessly combining organic and electronic elements in his productions, he aims to deliver music all downtempo and electronic music fans can enjoy. On his latest release "Complete Me", Mr. Hilroy turns things up a notch, blending multiple vocal hooks and bouncy synths with pulsating rhythms and infectious energy. Available exclusively on Sound.”
Check out the song, “Complete Me,“ minting now.
Viral Sounds
The top 10 tracks on the Viral Chart.
See what’s trending now.
Sound Artist Ws
Last week, we teamed up with Coinbase to reward music lovers for collecting music on Sound. The five drops as part of the program included songs from TK, Beachcrimes, Sara Phillips, Annika Rose, and Xcelencia.
Even as a free mint, each of these artists received a portion of our Sound fee. They also were able to reach thousands of new fans.
We’re excited to continue building revenue generating opportunities for all the artists in our community.
Genesis Drops Making Waves
Top genesis drops on the Viral Chart.
I Could Be (feat. Valentina Cy) - CHROMEBODIES - 209 mints
OPTICHADS - OptiChads Music - 156 mints
Ride Ur Wave - Sapphyre Bardot - 21 mints
3 EYES - Calispeedway - 13 mints
Summer Rain - David Doran - 15 mints
Returning Artist Spotlight with Ziggy Ziggy
Here’s what Ben from Ziggy Ziggy Music told us about their first mixtape:
“Mixtapes are my love language! I’ve been making them since back in the Soundcloud era and I’ve always been obsessed with mixes from Kitsune (French record label), Soulection and artists like Lane 8.
I wanted to recreate that idea … but onchain, where every artist can get a cut of sales instantly and transparently. It’s the perfect way to show how blockchains can actually improve payments to artists.
Specifically, I wanted to showcase all the rising talent in the UK where we’re based. London has always been the home of early music scenes from underground rave to soul to UKG to grime and I’m really excited about some of the new music coming out of the UK right now.
The tape opens with ATRIP - a producer on the edge of breaking out in the UK dance scene. It also highlights ALYSS (an incredible singer), Sound of Fractures (who’s been innovating onchain non-stop) and Tom Vek who’s a British indie icon.”
Check out “MIXTAPE 001: UK Rising,” and mint before it sells out.
Featured Playlist
Curators on Sound can earn up to 5% on collects from playlists.
Here’s what Arella had to say about hers:
“Explore Arella's onchain music obsessions – her top 10 songs on repeat right now! DM to share music; she's always looking for the next best!”
Learn more about “Current Obsessions - The Top 10” by Arella.
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