🎙️ In this episode, we sit down with Xcelencia in Miami during Art Basel 2024 to uncover the secrets behind his groundbreaking success as an independent artist and technologist. From redefining the concept of an album as interactive software to leveraging cutting-edge blockchain tools like ERC6551 token-bound accounts, Xcelencia shares his $100K playbook for thriving in the music industry. 💰🎶

We explore:
🔥 How he used platforms like Zora & Base to create unique fan experiences.
🛠️ His innovative use of quests for distribution.
🤝 The power of building direct relationships with collectors and platforms.

Xcelencia also reflects on the challenges of balancing traditional music distribution with new onchain models and offers a bold vision for artists in 2025. 🚀

🎧 Dive in if you’re an independent musician looking for strategies to stand out, or curious about the exciting intersection of music and technology.

Connect with Xcelencia:
🎵 El Niño Estrella
🐦 Twitter
🎶 Spotify

Don’t miss this packed episode full of game-changing insights! 🌟

Discover Base Digger, the latest onchain game built on Base! 🎮 My friend Cadu gave me early access to this exciting new game, which he and his team have been building for 10 months. In this video, I’ll playtest the game, explore its features, and share my first impressions. From signing in with email, swapping ETH for tokens, and digging lands to climbing the leaderboard, I cover everything you need to know about this unique onchain gaming experience. Watch to find out how I rank on the leaderboard and why I’m so excited about the Base ecosystem! 🚀 Key Highlights with Timestamps: - [00:00:00] Introduction to Base Digger and Early Access - [00:00:15] Signing in with Early Access - [00:00:47] Exploring the Shop, Stamina, and Tools - [00:01:36] Understanding the Leaderboard System - [00:02:20] How to Earn Points and Dig Lands - [00:03:10] First Gameplay: Digging Lands and Earning XP - [00:03:39] Running Out of Stamina: What Happens Next? - [00:05:10] Swapping ETH for Bot Tokens - [00:06:20] Purchasing Stamina and Continuing Gameplay - [00:07:02] Troubleshooting Swaps and Completing Transactions - [00:08:20] Returning to Gameplay: Climbing the Leaderboard - [00:08:57] Final Thoughts and Excitement for Base Digger 🔗 Play Base Digger: https://www.basedigger.xyz/ 🔗 Learn more about Base Digger and the Base ecosystem: https://x.com/basedigger 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more blockchain gaming content! #BaseDigger #BlockchainGaming #PlayToEarn #OnChainGaming #EthereumGaming #BaseEcosystem #CryptoGames #NFTGaming #ETHRewards #GameTest #BaseNetwork #GamingOnBlockchain #CryptoCommunity #LeaderboardChallenge #PlayTest #BlockchainTechnology #Web3Gaming #GameDevelopment #CryptoTokens #StaminaSystem #BaseMainnet #BlockchainFun #CaduGames #CryptoLeaderboard #GamingInnovation #Base #OnChain #OnChainGaming

In this tutorial, we walk you through building an indexer for the ManageFamAuthority to automate Party management based on Hypersub subscription status on Base. From creating a "fam" to linking subscriptions to parties and verifying subscription expirations, you'll learn how to streamline multiplayer Ethereum experiences with this end-to-end guide.

Key Timestamps: - 00:00 - Introduction Overview of our goal: automating party cards based on Hypersub subscriptions. - 00:20 - Starting the Indexer Using `pnpm dev` to run the indexer locally. - 00:35 - Indexer Tasks Overview - Monitoring subscription contracts for transfer events. - Tracking creator-linked subscriptions to parties. - Checking and removing expired subscriptions every 30 seconds. - 01:00 - Creating a Fam Using CC0 art to set up a new fam. - 01:55 - Deploying Hypersub Steps to deploy a Hypersub on the factory and configure party access. - 03:40 - Testing Subscription Expirations Verifying party card removal upon subscription expiry. - 04:50 - Debugging Subscription Expirations Addressing bugs with the cron job for removing expired party cards. - 07:00 - Creating Proposals and Actions Granting subscription time, adding members, and creating proposals. - 09:30 - Proposal Execution Testing and verifying a Zora token creation through proposals. - 12:20 - Bug Fixes Identifying and resolving issues in the indexer logic to handle expired subscriptions. - 25:00 - Closing Remarks Encouragement to like, share, and build on this open-source effort. This tutorial is tailored for blockchain developers looking to connect subscription mechanics with on-chain experiences seamlessly. If you found this helpful, like, comment, and share to inspire more builders! 🚀 #Ethereum #BlockchainDevelopment #Base #Hypersub #ManageFamAuthority #Tutorial

In this episode, we dive into launching a meme coin on the Base blockchain using the WOW protocol. Follow along as we explore WOW mechanics, deploy a meme coin, and integrate features like buy and sell functionality. Whether you're a developer or an enthusiast, this guide will show you how to create your own meme coin launchpad on Base to earn fees in the 2025 bull run! Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Overview of launching a meme coin on Base with WOW protocol 0:05 - WOW Mechanics: Exploring the protocol and its components 0:32 - Protocol Overview: Smart contracts, tokenomics, and bonding curves 1:20 - Goal Setting: Building a meme coin launchpad on Base 2:00 - Technical Overview: Understanding WOW’s smart contract architecture 2:45 - Deploy a Meme Coin: Setting up the environment and starting development 4:30 - Wagmi Setup: Using Wagmi for Ethereum interactions 6:00 - Connecting Wallets: Configuring Metamask and other wallet options 8:00 - Deploy Button Creation: Adding deploy functionality for meme coins 10:00 - Troubleshooting: Debugging deployment issues 12:30 - Deployment Success: Successfully deploying a meme coin 14:20 - Buy Functionality: Implementing the buy feature 20:00 - Price Query: Fetching and displaying the buy price 24:00 - Buy Success: Purchasing meme coins on Base 27:00 - Sell Functionality: Attempting to implement sell functionality 35:00 - Sell Button Setup: Adding a sell button and addressing errors 40:00 - Challenges with Slippage: Debugging slippage issues during sales 46:00 - Next Steps: Exploring token approvals and Rainbow Router integration 48:00 - Conclusion: Building a meme coin launchpad and planning future steps Key Takeaways: - Learn how to deploy and buy meme coins using WOW protocol on Base. - Discover how to create a meme coin launchpad to earn fees. - Understand WOW’s bonding curve and tokenomics architecture. If you found this video helpful, don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Engage with us on Zora by clicking the Mint button or follow us on YouTube and Instagram. Let’s build the future of meme coin mania together! 🚀 #WOWProtocol #BaseBlockchain #MemeCoin #CryptoLaunchpad #Tokenomics #Ethereum #DeFi #BlockchainDevelopment #SmartContracts #CryptoTutorial #BullRun2025 #Wagmi #CryptoInvesting #Altcoins #CryptoCommunity #Zora #CryptoEarnings #CryptoGuide #BlockchainTech #CryptoTrends #Web3Development

In this episode of On Chain Experiments, we explore the intersection of decentralized networks and music NFTs and how they can help create a more equitable music industry. We delve into the impact of Universal Basic Income on music projects and how distributing income from NFT sales to as many people as possible can revitalize the industry. Our expert speakers, including Steph Guerrero, Watcher.eth, Dragaan, PaperHandPapi and more, share their insights on the importance of decentralized networks and how they are like spider webs of opportunity, connecting musicians, fans and communities. We also discuss the idea of music NFT drops as sources of new energy, like in a mushroom community, that can help revitalize the network as a whole. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of music, technology and the role they play in shaping a more equitable and sustainable industry.

Steph Guerrero: https://twitter.com/steph_guerrero

Paper Hand Papi: https://twitter.com/PapiOshu

Watcher.eth: https://twitter.com/watchereth

Dragaan: https://twitter.com/dragaan_v1

DALL-E Cover photo prompt: A 3d render of Jay Z music studio

Digital Collectible: https://hq.decent.xyz/137/Editions/0x9beF4fd646478929b119210d648f361bC4DC9022

In this episode of On Chain Experiments, we catch up with J Mack Ent., the creator of Wura, a groundbreaking music NFT. Join us as we delve into the world of universal basic income and the future of music NFTs. J Mack shares her experiences since the launch of Wura, including pay cuts and a move back to her hometown. She also shares her vision for her next project, connecting the diaspora through music and language. Tune in to hear J Mack's unique perspective on the intersection of technology and creativity.

Mint this Episode as a Digital Collectible: https://hq.decent.xyz/137/Editions/0xBB5D6C52B987296B89ED7BfeC2141219A1547896

Cover photo prompt: a 3D render of memphis music lab

J Mack Ent: https://twitter.com/jmack_ent

On Chain Experiments is back and this time we're exploring the intersection of music and blockchain technology with our special guest, Sagrado.eth. As a leading web3 musician, Sagrado regularly publishes his music under CC0 and is passionate about supporting the growth of the music NFT space in Latin America. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of universal basic income + music NFTs. As always, we'll discuss how artists can use blockchain technology to monetize their work, the potential benefits and challenges, and the future of music on the blockchain. Join us as we explore the latest On Chain Experiments in the world of music and nfts.

Cover photo prompt: a 3D render of pueblo sagrado, a mexican city with a Tortillería and lots of latin vegetation

Sagrado: https://twitter.com/sagradothesound

Episode NFT: https://hq.decent.xyz/137/Editions/0xb5Dd34e006EeD835aB7D7237435c71169978511d

Omotayo

Sidney Swift from iAmChillPill

Today's episode features my favorite musician in web3: Sagrado.

Sagrado was one of the early artists to release music nfts on Mint Songs. 

Now, Sagrado is experimenting with CC0 Licensing for his beats.

This is the first episode in a series we're doing with Sagrado around CC0 licensing for music nfts.

sagrado.eth

• Twitter @sagradothesound - https://twitter.com/sagradothesound 
• Pueblo Sagrado - https://tell.ie/sagrado/  
• Mint Songs SAGRADO - https://www.mintsongs.com/u/sagrado
• Zora sagrado.eth - https://zora.co/sagrado
• Spotify SAGRADO - https://open.spotify.com/artist/13bCaJRqGZFlySyYPPIqsE