TLDR;
- LAND Sale Raffle Sign Up: June 22nd 3PM to July 13 3AM
- LAND Sale Raffle Results Announcement: July 14th 11:00 AM
- LAND Sale (Allowlist user): July 14 12:00 PM to July 13 12:00 PM (4 days duration)
- LAND Sale Second Chance Auctions* (Everyone): July 18 3:00 PM to July 20 3:00 PM
*LAND Sale Second Chance Auctions supply will depend on how many whitelisted users decide not to buy LAND.
Music is an everlasting universal language that brings people together, transcending boundaries and creating connections that resonate deeply within our souls.
In today’s digital age, the world of music is undergoing a profound transformation through the emergence of blockchain technology and the decentralized web.
We maintain a proud history of working with artists to transition their brands to web3. We have built our platform to provide them incredible creative freedom alongside access to the tools needed to turn their biggest ideas into reality. Some of the world’s most iconic artists from Snoop Dogg to Steve Aoki, Deadmau5, and Blond:ish have already launched immersive gaming experiences and Avatar collections, created virtual replicas of their homes, and hosted concerts in The Sandbox ecosystem!
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It is within this vibrant, ever-evolving landscape that we proudly present Infinite Pulse, The Sandbox’s latest LAND sale themed around our newly unveiled music neighborhood.
Infinite Pulse is an immersive, decentralized neighborhood built for music creators, fans, and enthusiasts, as well as artists, labels, and music brands aiming to activate in web3. Within Infinite Pulse, a world of endless possibilities awaits! Players will be able to explore, create, and monetize their passion for music like never before.
Infinite Pulse promises to be the music hub of the metaverse — a gateway to new sounds and experiences. Imagine attending virtual concerts that transport you to mesmerizing realms, joining live jam sessions with artists and fellow music enthusiasts from around the world, and interacting with a community that shares your unyielding love for whatever music style or scene you identify with. In Infinite Pulse, you can express yourself by customizing your virtual space, whether it’s a personal studio or an epic music venue, and connect with a vibrant community of like-minded players who celebrate individuality and boundless creativity.
Collaborating with global talents, artists, producers, platforms, and other creators within Infinite Pulse allows for the formation of unique creative partnerships and the co-creation of musical projects, experiences, and events that resonate with a worldwide audience.
Join the following artists and brands in building the Infinite Pulse neighborhood:
Agoria
French electronic music pioneer, DJ, independent label owner, film composer, web3 music innovator, and forward-thinking digital artist, Agoria can do it all, with taste! In Infinite Pulse, you’ll ignite harmony between your virtual and biological selves by equipping Agoria’s shield — use this to fend off attacks! Its design reflects Agoria’s concepts of science and art, chrysalis and butterfly, and a totem with roots.
The Beatport Group
The Beatport Group is the worldwide home of music for DJs, producers, and their fans. The company’s portfolio of products includes an array of high-quality audio solutions to choose from, including full song downloads, exclusive content from leading labels, a streaming music service seamlessly integrated into DJ software and hardware (Streaming), and exclusive sound packs and plugins. All of the content is expertly curated on a weekly basis by a global team that helps define DJ culture. The Beatport Group is now heading into the metaverse to be a part of the Infinite Pulse neighborhood with its own LAND and will contribute to the cultivation of an environment centered around building connections through music!
Blond:ish
Blond:ish is an incredibly talented jack-of-all trades. She’s an electronic music artist, computer programmer, climate activist, and web3 pioneer with four released studio albums, as well as a number of EPs and singles. Also a savvy entrepreneur, Blond:ish owns her own record label and infamous global night club brand ‘Abracadabra,’ which previously launched a limited time IRL/metaverse experience in The Sandbox, as well as an NFT collection and VoxEdit contest, which has submissions closing on June 25th. As an avid participant in The Sandbox, Blond:ish helping pioneer the digital age of music along an bright metaverse journey full of highlight — the next is Infinite Pulse!
Dan Ghenacia
Dan Ghenacia is an icon in the Paris underground scene and one of great entrepreneurial prowess, having run his own label for seven years and now operating as one of the three creative minds behind his new label venture — Apollonia. With Dan’s brand heading into the metaverse, everyone in Infinite Pulse will benefit from his passion for for music and business.
Elvis Presley
Elvis Presley, the King of Rock ’n’ Roll, is coming to rock The Sandbox! Step into a one-of-a-kind meeting place for Elvis fan culture with experiences presented by the Elvis Presley Enterprises and Run It Wild. Turn back time to the 1960s and socialize with other Memphis Mafia members in the Elvis Diner. Walk through a virtual Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley, and discover the personal world and life of the man who changed music forever. Through Elvis On-Chain, the magic of Elvis lives in the metaverse! Don’t miss your chance to feel the power of the King!
Galantis
A Swedish electronic dance music duo formed in 2012 by Christian “Bloodshy” Karlsson and Linus Eklöw, Galantis is known for their energetic live shows and blend of electronic, pop, and house influences. Today, they are one of the most popular electronic dance music acts in the world! In The Sandbox, get ready to bring your Galantis spirit with you to any experience as you raise the flag of the Swedish EDM project high. The flag can be carried in your avatar’s main hand or stowed away when not needed. Wave it proudly on the dance floor and across your metaverse journey!
Guy Gerber
An Israeli electronic DJ/producer and musician who has collaborated with Puff Daddy and been consistently rated as one of the best touring acts in dance music, Guy Gerber has always favored the road less traveled. The transformative artist is heading into The Sandbox to contribute to the future of music a discover endless possibilities in the metaverse.
Jamiroquai
Jamiroquai is a legendary funk and acid jazz band from London, centred on vocalist and songwriter Jay Kay. Known for the global smash ‘Virtual Insanity’ and a string of hit albums and worldwide tours, the Grammy-winning band has sold more than 27 million albums worldwide. Jamiroquai were formed in the early nineties and have achieved global success in the shape of millions of album sales, Grammy Awards, Ivor Novello gongs, MTV Moonmen, multiple sold-out world tours, and more than 30 years of solid funkin’. Rock the Jamiroquai helmet in The Sandbox with pride to bring forth a strong sense of incredible style!
LENS Protocol
Lens Protocol is founded on web3 technologies that preserve user ownership over their digital identity, activities, and relationships. With Lens, profiles, activities, and followers are not merely numbers in privately-hosted servers but assets saved on decentralized storage and portable from one application to another. Creators are free from walled gardens and can establish direct relationships with their followers. With on-chain visibility into follower activities, creators can identify and develop effective engagement and custom monetization frameworks wherever they go.
Manifest
Manifest is the world’s first Cryptopunk band. Known for their life-size holographic performances, they aim to bridge a web2 audience to web3 via entertainment. They have showcased their talent at NFT NYC, Token 2049, Apehouse, Tokyo Digital Art Week, Culture Cartel, and Ultraluxe.
Manifest has signed with Sony and Universal Records and will be officially launching in Q3 2023.
Nuclear Blast Records
An independent record label founded and recognized for signing and nurturing some of the most esteemed and influential artists in extreme and modern metal, Nuclear Blast has solidified its position at the forefront of the heavy music scene since its founding in 1987. Pioneering yet again, Nuclear Blast has boldly ventured into the Metaverse, carving out its very own realm with “Blast Valley,” a heavy metal-themed metaverse experience. Blast Valley will feature initial quests that involve players reclaiming the power of heavy music embodied by the magical volcano at the center of Blast Valley, and uniting all creatures living in the land in a band to perform on stage. The primary goal of Blast Valley is to honor the essence of the metal scene and unite individuals in their shared love for this genre and its vibrant culture.
Pixelynx
Pixelynx is a web3 and AI music company founded by Richie Hawtin and Joel Zimmerman (aka Deadmau5), along with music and gaming industry heavyweights Ben Turner, Dean Wilson, and metaverse visionary Inder Phull. Their AI and blockchain-enabled music creation platform, KORUS, gives creators of all skill levels the tools to create hundreds of thousands of bespoke songs built with AI models. With KORUS, and other future experiences, Pixelnyx is building an interconnected ecosystem and music metaverse that will shift the paradigm in the music industry.
Ra$ul Elder
Ra$ul Elder, known as “The Knowbody,” is a visionary artist, musician, and entrepreneur who has made significant waves in the world of metaverse music. With his virtual wearables company, Knowhear, and his achievements within The Sandbox and OpenSea music charts, Ra$ul has solidified his position as a leader in The Sandbox and was honored with the title of The Sandbox’s 2022 Content Creator of the Year — a testament to his impact on the community. With an unwavering dedication to pushing artistic boundaries, Ra$ul invites established artists to embark on a transformative journey into Infinite Pulse and beyond to unlock new avenues of creative expression and shape the future of music in the digital age of web3.
School Night
For over a decade, internationally recognized, School Night has been the ‘Go-To’ live music series for fans and industry alike to discover their new favorite artists. Created by Radio KCRW’s Chris Douridas and Matt Goldman, the series has proven its tastemaker sensibility by booking some of the greatest artists in the world, alongside consistently introducing the world to new bands that have become household names, by booking their first shows ever.
Slipknot
A multi-Grammy-winning American heavy metal band known for its distinctive masks and jumpsuits, Slipknot is one of the most popular and influential heavy metal bands in the world. The band has released seven studio albums, four of which have been certified platinum or multi-platinum in the United States, and has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Heading into the metaverse, the band looks to bring their signature style to life in novel ways for the new era of music.
VNCII
Meet VNCCII, a multidisciplinary creative futurist, technologist, Metaverse story creator, global keynote speaker, electronic music producer/rapper/singer-songwriter/DJ/visual artist that has crafted a strong authentic vision and fresh sound palette. In the Metaverse, VNCCII innovates across the verticals of storytelling, music, gaming, audio-visual, virtual production XR film, technology and digital fashion. Listed as one of the Top 10 personalities disrupting the music industry in 2022, your next favourite music Metastar and a Top Featured Women Thought Leader of The Future, VNCCII is here to challenge societal expectations and demonstrate what true empowerment feels like.
Warner Music Group (WMG)
With a legacy extending back over 200 years, Warner Music Group (WMG) brings together artists, songwriters, and entrepreneurs that are moving entertainment culture across the globe. When you equip the brand’s backpack in The Sandbox, you’re carrying more than a logo. You’re carrying the heritage of a global collective of music creators and lovers, not to mention some of the greatest music superstars around! How will you become a part of the WMG story?
Young & Sick
Young & Sick is a Dutch-born multi-hyphenate creative — a digital artist, illustrator, musician, and record producer recognized for his unique psychedelic illustration art. His impressive career includes NFT collaborations with music royalty like David Bowie and Jerry Garcia, combined with a history of designing for prolific contemporary bands like Foster the People and Maroon 5, extending to pedigree music festivals like Outside Lands and Austin City Limits. A gifted world-builder, Y&S is now expanding his presence in the metaverse through developing a Barflies collection and the ultimate dive bar experience in The Sandbox.
By engaging with these artists and a dedicated community of fans, music enthusiasts and creators, artists, labels and music platforms can explore opportunities to showcase their art, brand, products, and services in innovative and interactive ways.
Infinite Pulse is more than just a LAND sale; it represents the groundbreaking movement that is the convergence of music and blockchain technology. It symbolizes the transformative power it holds for players, creators, and businesses alike. The sale presents an opportunity to be part of this revolution, to shape the future of music, and to build connections that transcend borders and cultures.
Get ready to dive into the vibrant and immersive world of Infinite Pulse! Join us on this remarkable journey as we celebrate music, creativity, and the limitless potential of the decentralized web. Together, let’s create harmonies that resonate across the globe and unlock a future where music knows no boundaries!
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