DJ Casper, creator of the world famous “Cha Cha Slide,” passed away recently at the age of 58. While his massively viral hit lives on, its rights remain largely with Universal Music rather than its creator. Casper’s story highlights the need for greater transparency and control for artists over their work. Blockchain technology offers a path forward. The Opacity of the Current System Under the current music industry system, creators lack visibility into the full earnings their work generates. Opaque accounting practices mean artists depend on intermediaries like record labels and collecting societies to distribute royalties. But convoluted processes make tracking compensation nearly impossible. Blockchain Creates Transparency Blockchain’s distributed ledger technology enables direct relationships between artists and fans. Musicians can register work on blockchain platforms to manage rights, track usage in real-time, and view royalty data transparently. Smart Contracts Automate Payments Smart contracts built into blockchain code can automate royalty distribution. Artists get paid quickly and accurately, sans middlemen skimming profits. Platforms are already using crypto tokens to facilitate direct artist support from fans. The Future Looks Brighter with Blockchain While adoption challenges remain, blockchain promises to empower artists with rights, profits, and legacies preserved on transparent, decentralized ledgers. DJ Casper’s legacy lives on, but blockchain could give future creators fuller control over their work. Sources: Fox News People Chicago Sun-Times “. Thank you for reading “DJ Casper, 'Cha Cha Slide' Icon, Dies at 58: A Blockchain Tribute for Artist Empowerment. Subscribe to our newsletter: Consensus Protocol Follow us on Twitter: Twitter Also published . here

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