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Opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of Rolling Stone editors or publishers. Over the next ten years, people like you and I could get paid for our attention. We’ve seen it start already with play-to-earn video games, where a percentage of earnings goes back to the players; this is an example of a mainstream payment in a Web3 world. As the next iteration of the internet evolves, this idea of paying fans for their enjoyment could translate into all aspects of entertainment. Fans could get paid to listen to their favorite music and, in turn, have more money to pay artists for new music. This cycle could effectively cut out the middlemen of the music industry, putting more money back into the pockets of artists and fans. In order to internalize how Web3 could change music, you need to understand the process of music consumption today. With the advent of the internet and streaming platforms, the industry has been trending in the right … [Read more...] about How Web3 Could Change Fans’ Music Consumption

Opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of Rolling Stone editors or publishers. Cause artists, cause athletes, spiritual activists, social entrepreneurs and impact investors constantly look at the world around them and imagine possibilities — just like futurists do. You could call them purpose-driven leaders with a true North Star. While so many may see them as the crazy ones, I see genius. Misfits who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do. They can change things. Cause artists and athletes are misfits who genuinely care for the greater good. They use their talents, skills and network to change the world. Their weapons of mass affection? Artists can mobilize billions of fans to become a force of good. Why Are Artists Moving Beyond Big Tech? Managers and marketers are seeing Big Tech players squeezing artists like lemons. Recording artists often struggle to keep even low percentages of their total … [Read more...] about How Can Cause Artists and Athletes Change the World?

CAA has hired Silicon Valley media executive Joanna Popper to serve as its Chief Metaverse Officer. Popper will be responsible for establishing and executing the go-to-market strategy and core business priorities for CAA and its clients within the Metaverse. Popper will lead a dedicated team of Metaverse-focused executives, and will work closely with Alexandra Shannon, CAA’s Head of Strategic Development, and CAA Executive Adam Friedman, who guides the efforts of a cross-departmental team of agents working across the NFT landscape. “CAA has always been at the forefront of charting new and emerging business opportunities for our clients. At this pivotal time in our industry, the metaverse will be impactful to shifts in content creation, distribution, and community engagement that drive significant opportunity for our clients,” said Jim Burtson, President, CAA, in a statement. “We are thrilled to welcome Joanna to CAA, as her knowledge, insights, relationships, and business building … [Read more...] about CAA Appoints Silicon Valley Media Exec Joanna Popper To Chief Metaverse Officer

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Weeks after going viral with his NPR Tiny Desk Concert, Usher is making waves again with a new Rémy Martin partnership. The music superstar has teamed up with the cognac brand for the “Usher x Rémy Martin 1738: A Taste of Passion” global campaign, which launched last week with a limited-edition bottle and NFT. The kicker: the super exclusive collab sold out in two seconds . Launched on the direct-to-consumer NFT marketplace BlockBar.com , the collaboration saw the release of 25 bottles of Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal, each reimagined in a jet-black colorway and artwork created by blending Usher’s voice with A.I. technology (the resulting sound waves basically dictated the abstract-style illustration on the label). Made available for $500, the 25 bottles were quickly snapped up, and the lucky fans and collectors who own the NFT … [Read more...] about Watch This: Usher Goes Viral (Again) With New Rémy Martin Collab

ComicConnect Mark Zuckerberg was apparently a baseball star for a very small part of his life, and a signed piece of that history is hitting the auction block. The card's being sold at auction by ComicConnect.com in September ... it's allegedly been held by one of Mark's old camp counselors all these years. ComicConnect Allie Tarantino remembers Mark standing out amongst the rest at Elmwood Day Camp in Westchester, NY back in 1992. Allie had an extensive baseball card collection, so when the 9-year-old kid came up to him with one of his own, he knew it had to get signed. Since Mark's rise to the top, Allie's used the card as a big talking point in conversations, of course -- he decided to sell it off to help with his kids' college funds. Collectibles expert Stephen Fishler , says it's tough to value because there's nothing like it --they're opening the bid at $1, but it'll be an unpredictable fight to the top. It will also be … [Read more...] about Mark Zuckerberg Signed Little League Baseball Card Going Up For Auction

EXCLUSIVE : Candle Media -backed Spanish-language powerhouse Exile Content Studio has promoted Nando Vila to succeed Daniel Eilemberg as Head of Studio. Vila moves up from his Head of Audio and Unscripted Television post and will oversee the Latin-focused outfit’s film and TV content strategy. He is a former Vice President of Programming at Fusion TV where he exec produced, created and hosted the likes of political sketch comedy show Happy Ending, while he also exec produced Emmy-nominated documentary The Naked Truth: Trumpland. Vila succeeds Eilemberg, who became CEO of the Lil’ Heroes NFT franchise last month when Exile took a majority stake in that franchise. Founded in 2019 by former Univision and Televisa Chief Content Officer Isaac Lee, Exile creates films, TV series and non-scripted TV for the world’s 550M Spanish speakers, with recent projects including Todo Va A Estar Bien , co-produced with Diego Luna for Netflix, and docu-series Un Sueño Real , … [Read more...] about Candle Media-Backed Exile Content Studio Promotes Nando Vila To Head Of Studio

Opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of Rolling Stone editors or publishers. The creator economy is constantly in flux and changes based on many external factors, including relevant social, political or world events occurring at that time. This has been very clear over the last few years with the Covid-19 pandemic, a party-dividing election cycle and an increase in social justice campaigns. All of this has had a massive effect on digital platforms, and creators stand to gain a lot from the constant and growing demand for relevant content. Below, a panel of Rolling Stone Culture Council members look ahead to share their predictions for the future of the creator economy in the years to come. Niche Content Is Here to Stay Niche is the new scale. Platforms and production tools will continue to improve, along with an individual’s storytelling ability, allowing seemingly small areas of interest to thrive and engage passionate and loyal … [Read more...] about Seven Business Leaders Predict the Future of the Creator Economy

Getty/Players Only Composite Former NBA and college basketball standout Chris Webber is entering the cannabis biz via his new Player’s Only strain -- collaborating with several other rapper brands in the process! On Thursday, C. Webb rolled out his Players Only strains C4, Time Out and G.O.A.T.’s Milk strains in addition to collaborations with Quavo ’s BIRKINZ strain, Royce 5’9 ’s “Heaven” and Raekwon ’s “Compliments Of The Chef” brand. Players Only The Wu-Tang Clan legend’s company actually pays people to grow weed in their home state while Royce’s strain will double as an NFT. TMZ.com And, the last time we checked with Quavo, his Birkin business was booming without any fear of copyright claims! Naturally, C. Webb’s “Players Only” also lobs to athletes with cannabis companies and today’s launch reunites the Hall of Famer with his ex-Sacramento Kings teammate Jason Williams who has his “White Chocolate” strain, … [Read more...] about Chris Webber Partners With Quavo, Royce 5’9 & Raekwon For Cannabis Launch

Opinions expressed are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of Rolling Stone editors or publishers. Despite women’s achievements in the tech space over the last decade, certain perspectives have been overlooked. When I decided to venture into Web3, crypto, defi, blockchain and metaverse, I encountered so many women doing the real work of pushing for gender equity and diversity in the space. We’re seeing more and more women entering Web3, investing in cryptocurrency and leading NFT projects from top to bottom — and I’m proud to be a part of it. Here are six lessons I’ve learned from the women of Web3 that inspire me and who are actively shaping its more equitable future. 1. Leaders lift up future leaders. As the founder of the women-led initiative for artists and mission-driven NFT project Boss Beauties, Lisa Mayer is a prominent advocate for gender equity in the still male-dominated NFT space. Advocating for and supporting young women and working moms, … [Read more...] about 6 Lessons From Women Leaders Shaping the Future of Web3