On Thursday, December 5th, weāre closing out this awesome year with one explosive evening event bringing a unique fusion of Latin beats and web3 magic to Miamiās vibrant art community.
Celebrating Art Basel
This $MUSIC Oasis event also falls on the eve of Miamiās weekend-long celebration of the iconic international art fair, Art Basel. This event originated in Basel, Switzerland in 1970 and has since become a multi-location annual festival that strengthens and celebrates cultural,Ā artistic and creator communities around the world. For the last 22 years, Art Basel Miami Beach has become a powerhouse cultural event that brings artists, creators and innovators together each year for an amazing weekend. This yearās fair is happening at the Miami Beach Convention Center from December 6-8.
Our exclusive $MUSIC Oasis event is happening on the eve of the fair, at a private location in North Miami from 7-11pm ET, featuring famous Latin artists and special live performances by Domino Saints ft. Mr. Pauer and DJ Nameless.
While $MUSIC Oasis has no direct affiliation to Art Basel Miami, weāre taking the opportunity to bring our web3-centric community together in honor of this incredible event, kicking off an unforgettable Miami weekend.
Event Highlights
Where: Undisclosed location in North Miami When: December 5, 2024, 7-11pm ET Entry: Available to all 305 Latin Edition PINK PA$$ holders (previous PINK PA$$ editions not included)
This limited-capacity event is designed to elevate and celebrate the intersection of Latin music and web3 innovation. By hosting artists, fans, tech innovators and media, Gala Music aims to showcase how decentralized music offers new avenues for creativity, fan connection and artist empowerment.
Over the past year, we have demonstrated the power of web3 to elevate music careers for both emerging and established artists, no matter the genre. As the popularity of Latin music continues to sweep the globe, Gala Music has emerged at the cutting edge of decentralized music to empower our ever-growing catalog of amazing Latin artists.
Guests will enjoy a special performance from Domino Saints with special guest Mr. Pauer ā The Miami-based Latin āPop duo with an island edgeā will be joined by Latin Electronica pioneering producer Toto Gonzalez, known worldwide as Mr. Pauer, for a performance packed with dance-ready beats and powerful vocals. Check out Domino Saintsā Billboard page to learn more.
Guests will also enjoy beats from Dominican Republic born and LA-based DJ Nameless, bringing a genre-defying sense of cultural fusion flair to the party. šæ
Event Exclusives
In addition to electrifying performances, Gala Music will feature at this event its first annual Gala Music Awards, honoring artists for their pioneering roles in the rise of decentralized music.
As part of this unforgettable Gala Music party, guests can expect:
Food & drink
Special artists appearances
Meet & Greets with Artists and Gala Music team members
Sneak Peeks at Gala Musicās latest plans & vision for 2025
Anyone with a 305 Latin Edition PINK PA$$ can attend this event
Unlock event access with this special new edition of the PINK PA$$, available now for a limited time only through the 305 Latin Edition Mystery Box.
Owners of the 305 Latin Edition PINK PA$$ will receive an email following their purchase with location details.
PINK PA$$ owners will be expected to confirm ownership or provide their email address at the door to confirm eligibility for entry.
Inside the Box
Every 305 Latin Edition Mystery Box contains a new PINK PA$$ to unlock access to $MUSIC Oasis: 305 Latin Edition and other future TBA Gala Music live events.
As a special bonus, the first 500 unique purchasers will receive 35 XP Dollars, for use on event ticket purchases at xp.xyz.* Additionally, your box will contain additional prizes from the following list:
1 of 2 NFT tracks by BRRAY
Domino Saints NFT track
A Gala Music āMega Passā to access ALL 2025 Gala Music events
Varying amounts of $MUSIC
Hot Gala Summer Merch Pack
*This is part of an exciting new strategic partnership with our friends at XP: āTickets the way they should be.ā Look for more XP opportunities and updates coming soon!
Keep your eyes on Gala Music socials and the Discord community for updates, and secure your place in Miami to experience Gala Musicās next evolution in music and blockchain.
This December, discover what it means to elevate Latin music on the blockchain with the power of GalaChain.
Introducing the most exciting new way to support the future of decentralized music. š
This is the result of an epic contest in collaboration with our friends at LabelRadar. What started as hundreds of submissions from aspiring Gala Music artists was narrowed down to a top ten list by our esteemed panel of curators, including Macy Gray, PLS&TY and key members of the Gala Music team. Then, we put it to the Gala Music community for a vote using our state-of-the-art GalaChain powered NextUp voting system.
The votes closed and the community had spoken. After handsome cash prizes for the top 5 and music production software packages valued in the thousands for the top 3, itās now time for the main eventā¦ The LabelRadar Box.
The results are finally in for the NextUp Contest. š
After our esteemed team of judges (featuring Macy Gray and PLS&TY among others) curated hundreds of submissions down to a list of the top 10, we put them up for vote to let the Gala Music community choose the winners.
This contest, co-hosted with our friends at LabelRadar, was the perfect opportunity to demonstrate decentralization in action through our state-of-the-art blockchain-powered voting system, NextUp.
The Prizes
First off, each of the top 5 winners received a $1000 cash prize.
The top 3 winners also received professional music production software packages from leading brands, valued at:
$1380 for 3rd placeĀ $1980 for 2nd place $5200 for 1st place
Finally, every top 5 winner will soon have their winning tracks featured in a special Mystery Box called the LabelRadar Mystery Box. Look for this Mystery Box release during the month of November.
The Winners
Very soon, these winning tracks will be added to the Gala Music platform in preparation for the release of the LabelRadar Mystery Box. Each box will have a chance to win one of the winning NFT tracks, along with various amounts of $MUSIC, $GALA and more. Stay tuned for more details on that upcoming release.
While you wait for their tracks to drop on Gala Music, show these winners some love on their social media accounts, linked below!
Beyond the Call is an electrifying musical ensemble hailing from Tweed, Ontario, with members bringing their diverse backgrounds from across Ontario and Canada. Comprised of Mick, the charismatic frontman, Brad on bass, Jimmy shredding on lead guitar, and Matt keeping the beat on drums, this dynamic group crafts a unique sound that defies genre boundaries.Their music is an exhilarating blend of rock, folk, funk, rap, and pop, showcasing their vast experience and eclectic styles.
RoofTalez is a German artist who has been releasing music since 2023. He started in 2014 as a hobby with hip hop instrumentals and then 2 years later he started tinkering with electronic dance music. RoofTalez mainly produces house, deep house, electro house and electronic with great passion.
Started music at the age of 12 and perfected my craft as the years went on. I make music to reach people in their darkest moments. It’s about making a difference and helping people heal and be heard.
Gindi is an enigmatic and talented Melodic Techno / Progressive House artist hailing from Didimoticho , Greece. With a passion for storytelling through music, he crafts emotive and captivating melodies that resonate with listeners on a deeply personal level.Drawing inspiration from Art Bat , Tale Of Us , Kevin De Vries and more, Gindi creates a unique sonic experience that seamlessly blends classic progressive sounds with modern Melodic Techno vibes.
Hey there! Iām LEIA, a bass player, singer, and songwriter blending neo-soul, Latin pop, and R&B to create music that speaks from the heart. Music is my way of expressing my roots and the journey Iām on, and Iām so excited to share it with you!
Congrats to Your Winners!
While the voting portion of this contest is a wrap, weāre all looking forward to the start of these artistsā journey in decentralized music. š§
Thanks for voting, and donāt forgetā¦ You can cast your vote every single week to make your voice heard as new artists and tracks are considered for the Gala Music platform. Help us decide whatās NextUp!
Calling all decentralized music pioneers! We hope yāall can join us for the second bi-weekly episode of our newest live series, $MUSIC Fireside ā Look for us live on Gala Music at 3pm PT this afternoon, Wednesday, October 30th, 2024. Watch on the Gala Music app or platform, powered by GalaChain.
For this episodeās artist interview, weāll be talking with Beyond the Call, your current favorites in the Gala Music and LabelRadar NextUp Contest, where voting is down to the wire. Donāt forget! You have less than 24 hours left to cast your voteā¦ The top 5 finishers will win cash prizes, along with a featured spot in our upcoming NextUp Mystery Box!
Out of hundreds of submissions, Beyond the Call has collected the most votes so far, but anything can happen. Everyone with a Gala account gets a free vote, and extra votes can be unlocked by spending some $MUSIC.
Beyond the Call is an electrifying musical ensemble hailing from Tweed, Ontario, with members bringing their diverse backgrounds from across Ontario and Canada. Comprised of Mick, the charismatic frontman, Brad on bass, Jimmy shredding on lead guitar, and Matt keeping the beat on drums, this dynamic group crafts a unique sound that defies genre boundaries. Their music is an exhilarating blend of rock, folk, funk, rap and pop, showcasing their vast experience and eclectic styles.
Halloween Showdown
IFKYK š» Live on the show, weāll be hosting a final showdown for players in our Halloween Secret Adventure from Discord. If you missed out on that one, maybe you ought to spend more time in Discord from here on out.š
We started with 66 participants who answered the spooky riddle to get access to the secret lair. Now the field is narrowed down to 10 brave souls who will go head to head in a life-or-death ultimate trivia showdown challengeā¦ ok, itās not really life-or-death, but the winner will take home 10 Trick-or-Treat Mystery Boxes for a chance to win some serious $MUSIC š
More Treats than Tricks
Speaking of Trick or Treat Mystery Boxes, your opportunity to unmask $MUSIC rewards will soon cross over to the other side. But for now, you can still pick up any number of Trick-or-Treat Mystery Boxes for $GALA, USDC, USD-T or credit card to win collectibles and various amounts of $MUSIC for use throughout the Gala Music ecosystem.
Donāt miss this special Halloween episode of $MUSIC Fireside, live on Gala Music with your hosts, Jaehoon and Leila! The fun begins at 3pm PT. Set a notification at the link below!
This contest was built in collaboration with our friends at LabelRadar, designed to give aspiring musicians an amazing opportunity while showcasing one of the most powerful blockchain-powered features of the Gala Music platform. Community governance and democratization have always been core values of web3, and Gala Music is proud to host such an empowering way for community voices to be heard.
At Gala Music, we have a team of hand-picked professional music experts with their ears to the pulse of the industry. But as innovators in the world of web3 music, weāre always interested in pioneering new ways to restore freedom and control to fans, artists and collectors. Thatās why week after week with the NextUp voting system, we give YOU a say in deciding the next artists and tracks to join the platform.
Right now on the NextUp page (until October 31st at 12pm PT), youāll find a special selection of 10 artists who have submitted tracks to the Gala Music & LabelRadar NextUp Contest.
These 10 finalists represent the strongest artist submissions, as selected by our panel of judges (including PLS&TY and Macy Gray) from theā¦
Nearly 350 submitted tracks
Over 250 unique artist submissions
More than 40 new Gala Music artist profiles created
The Finalists
Hundreds of votes have already been cast, but anything can still happen in the last two days of the voting period, especially since everyone has the ability to unlock additional votes by spending some $MUSIC. We expect this extra gamified layer of the vote to create an especially exciting finish as community members and finalists are strategizing to cross that Halloween finish line with the most votes.
Some of these artists have already released NFT tracks on Gala Music while others are new to the ecosystem. Check out their social media pages through the links and be sure to listen to the previews of their track submissions!
Here are the rankings as of the morning of October 29th:
Once all votes are tallied, the top 5 contestants will have their tracks featured in a special upcoming Mystery Box. Look for announcements about the release of this box coming soon to Gala Music.
Additionally, each top 5 finisher will receive a $1000 cash prize and the top 3 finishers will win amazing music production prize packages from leading brands, valued at up to $5200 for the 1st place winner. With these professional tools added to the winnersā musical arsenals, theyāll be set up for success and kicking off their web3 music adventure on a strong note!
NextUp? The Future of Decentralized Music
We hope youāre as excited as we are for GalaChainās renewed path to full decentralization and the new economy upgrades that will make Gala Music more inclusive and rewarding for everyone involved!
Weāre stronger as a community, making decisions together and always empowering each other for the love of music. Be sure to cast your free vote before the window closes on October 31st at 12pm PT!
Gala Music is excited to present our brand new interactive series with $MUSIC Sessions, kicking off on Wednesday, October 23rd.
This dynamic show is designed to bring the Gala Music community closer together and offer a front row seat to everything happening in our expanding ecosystem. With $MUSIC Sessions, you’ll get a chance to connect with artists, learn about new platform updates and even compete for exclusive rewardsāall in a fun and engaging format.
What are $MUSIC Sessions?
$MUSIC Sessions are bi-weekly live events on the Gala Music platform and app that dive deep into the latest Gala Music developments. Each episode, hosted by Gala Music community leader think_Jaehoon and featuring special guests, will provide a mix of entertainment, artist interactions and community highlights. We’ll explore legendary collabs, chart-topping updates, community events and much more.
Whether you’re an avid Gala Music enthusiast, a music lover exploring the possibilities of web3 or an artist curious about releasing music on our platform, $MUSIC Sessions is your gateway to staying informed and connected.
What to Expect from the First Episode
The inaugural episode airs on October 23rd, 2024, at 4:00 PM PT and will set the stage for what $MUSIC Sessions is all about. You can look forward to the latest news in the Gala Music ecosystem, introductions of some of our incredible artists and special interactive challenges.
A special segment in each episode will change the beat and add a unique twist, whether it’s an exclusive interview, a community competition or a live reaction to new platform features.
Every episode will feature a curated mix of content that spotlights the diverse talents and projects within the Gala Music community. And of course,there will be opportunities for you, the viewer, to participate and win special rewards!
Why You Should Tune In
$MUSIC Sessions aināt your run-of-the-mill update showāitās about creating memorable experiences. Fans can engage in real-time with the hosts, interact with artists and enjoy chances to win exclusive rewards. With each episode, we aim to elevate your understanding of Gala Musicās vision, having a blast along the way.
This series is also a fantastic opportunity for artists within our ecosystem to showcase their talents and connect with the community. With segments dedicated to artist interactions and creative challenges, $MUSIC Sessions provides a platform for artists to shine.
Mark your calendars for October 23rd, and join us for the first-ever $MUSIC Session! Itās more than just a show; itās an invitation to become part of a vibrant community thatās redefining music for the Web3 era.
Donāt miss outābe part of the conversation, connect with your favorite artists, and maybe even win some cool prizes! Make sure to follow us on Twitter, join the Discord, and subscribe to our YouTube channel so youāre always in the loop.
