‘Over the years, as I’ve shared my music online, I’ve also wrestled with the same frustrations that countless artists face: low income, little transparency, and limited creative control. The promise of the digital age hasn't delivered for musicians. Streaming pays next to nothing. Ownership is vague. Connection feels distant.
I’m not alone in feeling this. We’re witnessing the slow collapse of a music system that no longer works - for artists or for fans. But rather than accept it, I’ve decided to help change it.
That’s why I’m starting something new.
Introducing: Virtual-Music Records
This is the beginning of a bold idea, to reimagine the record label from the ground up. At its heart is the Virtual-CD: a blockchain-powered digital album format that restores value to music, puts control back in the hands of artists, and gives fans real ownership and deeper experiences. It redefines how online music is created, distributed, owned, and enjoyed.
It doesn’t exist yet, but the vision is clear. I’ve built a prototype, mapped out the platform, and I’m now looking for support to bring it to life.
This is a call-out to musicians, fans, technologists, and optimists:
If you believe music deserves better, I’d love you to be part of this journey. You can follow the story, the ups, the downs, the real behind-the-scenes of trying to build something new, on my Patreon, which will be launching soon: Join my mailing list for updates.
Journey of an Optimist: The Future of Music, Online
The next era of music is being written now, and you’re invited.
It’s time to put music back in the hands of those who make it and those who love it.