Hipworth Launches DJEnerate NFT, a collection of 10,000 unique NFTs from the Electronic Music World 16 Sep 2021
Carl Cox, Sven Vath, Jamie Jones, Joseph Capriati and Ricardo Villalobos among over 30 DJs featured
Founded by celebrated NFT producer Hipworth and supported by 30 superstar DJs, world renowned brands from the electronic music industry and international television channel Clubbing TV, DJenerates disrupted the NFT collectibles landscape with a successful sold out drop in less than 4 days!
DJENERATES is proud to announce a new era in collectible NFTs with a platform powered by a group of industry experts from the NFT world, together with music industry professionals joining forces to develop a framework that encompasses community and music in a way that has never been explored before. Through the innovation of NFTs, virtual worlds and blockchain comes the opportunity for a paradigm shift that will empower and inspire artists with new tools and resources. It is the DJENERATES vision to foster and drive that opportunity for all artists looking for a new path to successfully follow their passions.
DJENERATES are generative NFT characters with over 400 unique traits designed with love and care by OG crypto artist and Art Director Shelly Soneja, divided into several categories: DJs, Producers, Clubbers, Dancers, Security, bar staff, movers & shakers and an incredible line up of superstar DJs such as: Anfisa Letyago, Bedouin, Benny Bennasi, Blondish, Bushwacka, Carl Cox, Dubfire, Giorgina Anguili, Hernan Cattaneo, Jamie Jones, Joseph Capriati, Luciano, Maceo Plex, Mar-T, Marco Faraone, Nick Warren, Paco Osuna, Paul Oakenfold, Paul Van Dyk, Ricardo Villalobos, Sven Väth, Tensnake and more.
“We aim to represent all the fabulous characters and identities that have contributed to the electronic music world and helped shape our lives and friendships through the amazing power of music.” said Hipworth, CEO of DJenerates.
“Having the opportunity to bring our network and the power of our global TV channel to this disruptive and innovative project is an amazing experience. DJenerates is a unique concept in terms of usage and utility with a long-term vision to establish not only a brand but new ways to develop music careers both in real life and in the metaverse“ said Stéphane Schweitzer, CEO & Founder of Clubbing TV.
Owning a DJENERATES NFT provides you:
// VIP access to the most exclusive NFT club, which includes Metaverse events.
// Access to exclusive events in real life and online.
// Airdropped LAZR token rewards.
// Special edition NFTs from leading artists.
// Metaverse wearable give-aways, and access to beta versions of APPS and platforms being built on the DJENERATES ecosystem.
// Exclusive merchandising packs
// Signed collectible items.
Owning a DJENERATES NFT is your pass to an exclusive group that celebrates music, art and life through the synergy of community and life. The best part is that you can choose to sit back and watch the ecosystem blossom or take part in the various channels and initiatives being developed. Projects are launched internally by the DJEN Team and by the community through project grants awarded in the LAZR DAO.
Our vision for the future is to provide artists, as well as music and art lovers with the opportunity to connect and prosper in a highly creative and supportive framework. Our goal is to deliver a decentralised incubator that offers rewards for every participant from artists to collectors and enthusiasts. Next September 30th will be our big airdrop day where 30 superstar DJs will be immortalized on the blockchain in the DJenerates collection to be followed by an exclusive DJenerates party taking place in Decentral Games.
Join the family on www.djenerates.com
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THE HEADLINES
IMPF says members should reject AI deals that do not value songs properly (see News)
Which songs do we replay the most? (see Analysis)
Spotify Wrapped 2025 goes live (see Digital)
Daddy Yankee files lawsuit against former manager and third parties for alleged royalty scheme (see News)
EU touring: Impact of Brexit worsening, says UK Music report (see Reports)
ORCA released a report analysing the economic investments and social impact of nine leading independent record labels (see Reports)
Jorja Smith’s label requests share of royalties from ‘AI-cloned’ song (see News)
A creative nation is a thriving nation (see Opinion)
Australian report also highlights how other non-US English-speaking countries are hit by algorithms (see Reports)
AI slop: Spotify, Tunecore, and credibility (see Comment)
Warner Music signs deal with Suno, settles lawsuit (see News)
EC sends UMG its statement of objections to Downtown acquisition (see News)
20 years of Spotify — who’s winning, losing and making money? (see Features)
