Loud Raven
Loud Raven is a consultancy focused on empowering musicians to gain financial and creative independence through Web3. We offer strategic advice and hands-on support to independent musicians, assisting them in achieving financial independence, building fan communities, and creating a meaningful social impact. Our mission is to support artists, regardless of their location, musical style, or available resources.
Values
Economic Empowerment and Growth of Artists
We are dedicated to advising musicians on their sustainable growth and development alongside their fan communities. As technology evolves, we continuously gather research and insights that help enhance musicians’ legacies and successes.
Creative Autonomy for Artists and Their Fan Communities
Our core principle is to support musicians in maintaining their creative autonomy while fostering direct and dynamic relationships with their fan communities.
Decentralized Decision-Making
We aim to distribute decision-making and responsibilities among members of the collective. This fosters a resilient governance framework in which key decisions are made transparently and democratically.
Knowledge Sharing
As advocates for independent musicians, we are committed to sharing and implementing recommendations based on our collective knowledge, experience, and research.
Services
| Price (CHF) | Service | Description |
| Free | Q&A (45 mins) | An introductory Q&A session to explore the potential of Web3 and software automation for achieving economic and creative independence. This is an opportunity for us to learn more about your profile, pain points, and ambitions as a musician. |
| 120 | Deep Dive Sessions (2 x 1-hour sessions) | Craft a strategic roadmap of initiatives that align with your interests, artistic direction, social causes, and personal goals. |
| 450 | NFT Drop (Single) | Ideation (5 hrs), Visual Assets (5 hrs), Technical Setup & Publishing (3 hrs), Pre-Launch Marketing (10 hrs), Launch (5 hrs) |
| 800 | NFT Drop (Album) | Ideation (10 hrs), Visual Assets (15 hrs), Technical Setup & Publishing (5 hrs), Pre-Launch Marketing (20 hrs), Launch (10 hrs) |
| 1,000 | Token Launch |
Ideation (10 hrs), Token Creation (8 hrs), Smart Contract Creation (5 hrs), Community Engagement (10 hrs), Launch (5 hrs), Post-Launch Support (5 hrs) |
Please note that the prices listed above do not cover the following: i) custom coding for NFT metadata or additional core functionality for DApps; ii) audio mixing or remastering of music; iii) extra gas fees for minting on the Ethereum mainnet; iv) comprehensive public relations campaigns or the production of elaborate promotional materials.
FAQs
How can musicians generate new revenue streams beyond traditional music sales?
With Web3 technology, you can create innovative revenue models such as streaming royalties, collectible NFTs, and direct ticket sales. These options allow you to engage with your fanbase in new ways, offering them exclusive experiences and even allowing them to invest in your music’s success. By leveraging decentralized apps (dApps), you can bypass traditional intermediaries like labels and distributors and connect directly with your supporters.
Why should musicians release music as a collectible (NFT)?
By releasing your music in the form of a digital collectible (NFT), you can offer more than just the music.
- Smart contracts embedded in the transaction can encode additional content such as exclusive tracks, behind-the-scenes footage, access to live performance experiences, and more.
- Embed fundraising proceeds to automatically send a portion of sales to a mission of your choice.
- Set up revenue splits to ensure that everyone involved in the project is compensated fairly.
- Set the price of your release and distribute your music independently without involvement by the music industry. Promotion of your work can still be contracted by third parties as a separate service.
What are the fundraising opportunities and why is this interesting as a musician?
Art and music are more than paintings, digital media or audio. Behind every work of art or song is a greater message, from protecting our planet to driving social impact. Today, research suggests that mission-driven NFT projects tend to have higher success rates. These projects not only engage communities more effectively but also attract greater investment and support due to their clear purpose and social impact.
What new solutions do musicians have at their disposal to help grow a thriving fan community?
To truly connect with your audience, capturing detailed fan data is key. By directing your followers from centralized platforms to a landing page that you own, you can gather important information about their location, preferences, and listening habits. Out-of-the-box solutions, such as OpenStage, Tribly, and Laylo, make this process easy. This information helps you make informed decisions on how to engage with your fans, foster artist-to-fan loyalty, and even offer exclusive perks.
How can I get started with Web3 music platforms?
Numerous platforms are created on the blockchain every day that allow you to release and sell your music directly to fans in the form of NFTs. You can offer music as collectibles, with smart contracts that automatically handle revenue splits between collaborators. These tools are designed to make the process simple and transparent, and you retain full control over the rights and distribution of your music across all major streaming platforms. Book a free discovery call with our team for expert advice, support and onboarding services.
Can I sell concert tickets directly to my fans and avoid ticket vendors?
Contact Us
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