Travis Barker releases first NFT collection via LimeWire, as former file-sharing platform officially launches collectibles marketplace
LimeWire, the former file-sharing platform that was recently relaunched as a marketplace for digital collectibles, has officially rolled out its service with a superstar list of artists releasing NFTs on the platform.
Travis Barker, Brandy, Nicky Jam, Aitch, Dillon Francis, FitLit Club with Jim Jones, Maino, Dave East and Fabolous, Gramatik, 7 Aurelius and Elijah Blake will release exclusive NFT collections on the LimeWire market in the coming weeks .
LimeWire’s official rollout follows the news in May that the platform had entered into its first major label partnership with Universal Music Group (UMG).
The agreement with UMG followed April’s news that LimeWire raised $ 10.4 million in a private sale of the LMWR token.
LimeWire says collectors are able to purchase exclusive and unreleased music, video content and digital art through their platform.
The platform adds that it is “committed to lowering the barrier to entry into the NFT ecosystem for both artists and collectors who are new to the space, by removing technical barriers, radically simplifying the user experience in the market and with a general mainstream-ready approach”.
Travis Barker’s first NFT collection ever on LimeWire will feature behind – the – scenes footage of herself working in the studio. LimeWire also says that buying one of these NFTs unlocks an exclusive song.
In addition, Barker will release a one-of-a-kind NFT which is a 3D model of his drum kit and the physical drum kit he used at concerts / during rehearsals / in his home.
Other artists joining the platform include A $ AP Mobs A $ AP TyY, CJ Fly, Oritsé, Mollow, Luciana, Blacka Di D.
“I’ve always been interested in Web3 and NFTs, so I’m looking forward to releasing my first NFT collection and doing it on LimeWire.”
Travis Barker
Travis Barker said: “I’ve always been interested in Web3 and NFTs, so I’m looking forward to releasing my first NFT collection and doing it on LimeWire.
“I hope that my NFT collection will inspire ambitious artists and fans who want to learn about my creative journey and how I make music. LimeWire has created a platform that makes exciting content like this available to all my fans – even those unfamiliar with Web3. “
“NFTs have become such a big part of the culture, and this project allows me to connect with my fans on a whole new level.”
Brandy
Brandy said: “I’m so excited to work with the Probably Nothing team to launch my spoken word and Photosynthesis Flower NFT on Limewire.
“NFTs have become such a big part of the culture, and this project allows me to connect with my fans on a whole new level.”
“We see a huge demand in the entertainment field for platforms that recognize and appreciate artists for their talent and put them in the driver’s seat.”
Paul and Julian Zehetmayr, LimeWire
Paul and Julian Zehetmayr, LimeWire Co-CEO, said: “We see a huge demand in the entertainment industry for platforms that recognize and appreciate artists for their talent and put them in the driver’s seat.
“LimeWire presents a new commercial opportunity for artists of all sizes and genres to engage with fans, gain more exposure in a unique way and retain more of their revenue.”Music business all over the world