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In 2021, after successfully crowdfunding for the Infinxte album I launched an entry that I continuously updated with achievements, milestones, metrics, and more! https://xcelencia.mirror.xyz/3nIXREmSBlgFFP8fgKgNfDE-dYGh5tl6lEFojGKlLuE el niño estrella is a full length multimedia album by artist Xcelencia released as a 6551 on Base. We believe its the first full length album of its kind minted on BaseLaunch week - April 4First onchain album on Base launches on estrella.city offering collectors...
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The Intro:"El Niño Estrella" is the evolution of my upcoming album. It's a unique, dynamic collectible that changes in connection with my artistic journey. As a kid it felt that I had the biggest imagination! We tend to lose that sense of wonder as we grow older but part of me held it close…that's how “El Niño” was born. A concept album. It explores world building, multimedia, and innovation to tell my story. el niño estrella stems from the idea that “stories transcend mediums..”el ...
XcelenciaArtist as a founder
I recently minted my artist pitch deck. (Embed doesn’t load properly!) So heres the URL I created one my first pitch decks in 2019 - It was for my record label and publishing company specializing in the Latin music market. Since inception we’ve been innovating in and outside of the traditional industry, our rosters contributions have accumulated over 500M streams, Latin Billboard placements, and Latin grammy noms.scr (label services mania)Many know me as the artist, front facing brand - Xcele...
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Xcelencia"the updates" ENE
In 2021, after successfully crowdfunding for the Infinxte album I launched an entry that I continuously updated with achievements, milestones, metrics, and more! https://xcelencia.mirror.xyz/3nIXREmSBlgFFP8fgKgNfDE-dYGh5tl6lEFojGKlLuE el niño estrella is a full length multimedia album by artist Xcelencia released as a 6551 on Base. We believe its the first full length album of its kind minted on BaseLaunch week - April 4First onchain album on Base launches on estrella.city offering collectors...
Xcelenciael niño estrella by Xcelencia
The Intro:"El Niño Estrella" is the evolution of my upcoming album. It's a unique, dynamic collectible that changes in connection with my artistic journey. As a kid it felt that I had the biggest imagination! We tend to lose that sense of wonder as we grow older but part of me held it close…that's how “El Niño” was born. A concept album. It explores world building, multimedia, and innovation to tell my story. el niño estrella stems from the idea that “stories transcend mediums..”el ...
XcelenciaArtist as a founder
I recently minted my artist pitch deck. (Embed doesn’t load properly!) So heres the URL I created one my first pitch decks in 2019 - It was for my record label and publishing company specializing in the Latin music market. Since inception we’ve been innovating in and outside of the traditional industry, our rosters contributions have accumulated over 500M streams, Latin Billboard placements, and Latin grammy noms.scr (label services mania)Many know me as the artist, front facing brand - Xcele...
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Share Dialog
A month ago I minted “the album [IOU] on Catalog
Today I asked GPT about the philosophy behind this model by pasting the original mirror article to challenge my thinking.
Here’s what it generated.
The philosophy behind this model stems from a deep desire to reimagine the traditional relationship between artists and their audience in a way that empowers both parties. This model, which is built upon blockchain technology and NFTs, seeks to transform music from a transactional commodity to a community-driven, interactive experience.
Democratization of Artistic Ownership: The model provides opportunities for fans or collectors to step beyond being mere consumers and to participate directly in the creation process. By issuing an IOU NFT that represents the role of Executive Producer on the artist's next album, it allows fans to be a part of the artistic journey, contributing to the creative process, sharing the artist's vision, and even partaking in the release process.
Empowering Independent Artists: Artists often need to secure financing and support to bring their projects to life. This model transforms the financing process, by allowing artists to reach out directly to their fans and supporters, eliminating the need for traditional intermediaries like record labels or investors. It paves the way for musicians to retain control over their work, while also incentivizing collaboration with fans and the community.
Dynamic Engagement: The proposal to use NFTs as a mechanism to involve the community in creative decision-making represents a shift from passive consumption to active engagement. By inviting fans to participate in the album creation process, it fosters a sense of shared ownership and deepens the bond between the artist and the community.
Price Discovery and Valuation: By experimenting with IOUs as a means of price discovery, this model tests new waters in how the value of artistic projects can be determined. By bypassing traditional distribution platforms, the power to price and value the album is shared with the community.
Risk Sharing: The artist has laid out potential risks transparently, indicating a commitment to honesty and openness. The risks - from market volatility to intellectual property rights - are shared, and the artist welcomes feedback and input to mitigate these risks.
Ethical Financing: A unique aspect of the model is the consideration of using funds to launch a validator and the possibility of borrowing against it to kickstart the project. This is a novel method of capital formation that aligns with the ethos of blockchain technology.
At its core, this model's philosophy is about redefining the relationship between artists and audiences from one of transaction to one of collaboration, from consumption to co-creation. It embodies a vision where art is not a commodity but a shared experience, and where the artist-audience divide is blurred in favor of a cooperative, community-based artistic journey.
So, what do you think?
Collect the article if you agree!
- el niño estrella ✨
A month ago I minted “the album [IOU] on Catalog
Today I asked GPT about the philosophy behind this model by pasting the original mirror article to challenge my thinking.
Here’s what it generated.
The philosophy behind this model stems from a deep desire to reimagine the traditional relationship between artists and their audience in a way that empowers both parties. This model, which is built upon blockchain technology and NFTs, seeks to transform music from a transactional commodity to a community-driven, interactive experience.
Democratization of Artistic Ownership: The model provides opportunities for fans or collectors to step beyond being mere consumers and to participate directly in the creation process. By issuing an IOU NFT that represents the role of Executive Producer on the artist's next album, it allows fans to be a part of the artistic journey, contributing to the creative process, sharing the artist's vision, and even partaking in the release process.
Empowering Independent Artists: Artists often need to secure financing and support to bring their projects to life. This model transforms the financing process, by allowing artists to reach out directly to their fans and supporters, eliminating the need for traditional intermediaries like record labels or investors. It paves the way for musicians to retain control over their work, while also incentivizing collaboration with fans and the community.
Dynamic Engagement: The proposal to use NFTs as a mechanism to involve the community in creative decision-making represents a shift from passive consumption to active engagement. By inviting fans to participate in the album creation process, it fosters a sense of shared ownership and deepens the bond between the artist and the community.
Price Discovery and Valuation: By experimenting with IOUs as a means of price discovery, this model tests new waters in how the value of artistic projects can be determined. By bypassing traditional distribution platforms, the power to price and value the album is shared with the community.
Risk Sharing: The artist has laid out potential risks transparently, indicating a commitment to honesty and openness. The risks - from market volatility to intellectual property rights - are shared, and the artist welcomes feedback and input to mitigate these risks.
Ethical Financing: A unique aspect of the model is the consideration of using funds to launch a validator and the possibility of borrowing against it to kickstart the project. This is a novel method of capital formation that aligns with the ethos of blockchain technology.
At its core, this model's philosophy is about redefining the relationship between artists and audiences from one of transaction to one of collaboration, from consumption to co-creation. It embodies a vision where art is not a commodity but a shared experience, and where the artist-audience divide is blurred in favor of a cooperative, community-based artistic journey.
So, what do you think?
Collect the article if you agree!
- el niño estrella ✨
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