Choira
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Choira develops a digital music ecosystem that facilitates real-time collaboration among musicians and production companies. Its platform enables users to jam, record, and produce commercial music with low latency voice and video capabilities.
Samply
Convertible Note in 2021
Samply is a developer of collaborative audio software aimed at enhancing the remote audio collaboration experience for musicians and audio content creators. The company's platform offers a range of audio-specific features, including lossless and gapless playback, time-coded comments, and level matching, enabling users to provide precise feedback and improve efficiency in their creative processes. By focusing on creating a seamless feedback loop, Samply helps audio creators more effectively manage their projects and streamline their workflows, making it a comprehensive solution for those in the audio industry.
Audio Fusion System
Venture Round in 2020
Audio Fusion Systems, headquartered in Austin, Texas since its incorporation in 2020, specializes in developing software that enables wireless in-ear monitoring for musicians. The company's core product allows users to wirelessly connect their digital audio sources, stream multi-channel audio for real-time custom mixing on mobile devices, and control settings centrally via a smartphone application. This technology facilitates efficient setup and sound checks while providing each musician with personalized monitor mixes.
EVA
Pre Seed Round in 2019
EVA is a platform that facilitates the booking of entertainment and experiences for both virtual and live events. Founded in Nashville, Tennessee in 2015 by Makenzie Stokel and Channing Moreland, EVA provides services that encompass custom content creation, event management, and a range of enhancements aimed at boosting user attendance and engagement. The platform connects artists and musicians with event organizers, allowing customers to easily book event tickets, secure venues, and manage their event plans through an interactive audience portal. This comprehensive approach positions EVA as a valuable resource for those seeking to create memorable experiences in the event industry.
The Labz
Seed Round in 2019
The Labz, Inc. is a technology company based in Mableton, Georgia, that specializes in creating cloud-based platforms designed for music creation and immersive marketing experiences. The company has developed a unique suite of tools that enables users to engage in real-time collaboration for music production, featuring modules for lyric writing, audio uploading, and documentation generation. Additionally, The Labz offers a no-code web platform tailored for the advertising industry, allowing marketers to create high-end live and on-demand online experiences. This platform provides a drag-and-drop interface that facilitates the integration of various media types, guest activities, and interactive elements, simplifying the process of developing, executing, and analyzing immersive content. Established in 2012, The Labz focuses on enhancing the creative capabilities of users across multiple industries.
Rap Plug
Seed Round in 2018
Founded in 2016, Rap Plug operates a platform that uses machine learning algorithms to discover, verify, and connect musicians and industry professionals. It facilitates collaboration and monetization tools for its users.
Culturebase
Seed Round in 2018
Culturebase is an intercultural app that facilitates the creation, curation, and experience of unique local events and products. By leveraging an AI-powered mobile hub, the company aims to promote authentic local culture and drive demand for lesser-known goods and experiences. Culturebase recognizes the intrinsic value of culture, viewing it as a form of currency that fosters connections among individuals. The platform supports creators by helping them expand their audience and generate income through artistic expressions such as art, fashion, music, jewelry, and food. Ultimately, Culturebase serves as a vital network for those involved in the production of cultural offerings, enhancing community engagement and economic opportunities within local environments.
Soundcollide
Seed Round in 2018
Soundcollide LLC is a music technology startup based in Atlanta, Georgia, established in 2018. The company operates an online music recording studio that enables users to discover new artists and collaborate in real-time from different locations. By offering innovative tools for remote recording, Soundcollide empowers artists to take greater control and ownership of their music, facilitating a more dynamic and accessible creative process.
Pacemaker
Convertible Note in 2017
Pacemaker Music AB is a Stockholm-based company that specializes in developing applications for music mix creation. Founded in 2012, Pacemaker utilizes artificial intelligence technology to simplify the process of creating DJ mixes and mixtapes. Its applications allow users to seamlessly blend tracks from licensed streaming services like Spotify and iTunes, offering features such as beat synchronization, customizable music effects, and matching mixes with tracks. Additionally, Pacemaker's proprietary metadata format, known as the Recipe, integrates DJ mixes into revenue-generating music services, enabling users to monetize their creative efforts. Through its innovative approach, the company enhances the music mixing experience while fostering user engagement and creativity.
Robin
Pre Seed Round in 2017
Robin Media Inc. operates an online booking platform for concerts and live events, allowing users to create a personalized bucket list of their favorite artists and purchase tickets directly through the platform. This service not only enhances the user experience by simplifying the ticket-buying process but also provides valuable data to artists, assisting them in making informed decisions regarding touring locations, venues, and ticket pricing. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Robin Media Inc. focuses on optimizing entertainment expenditure for businesses and professionals, ensuring they can efficiently manage corporate entertainment needs. As of late 2020, the company functions as a subsidiary of Thuzio, Inc.
RushTix
Pre Seed Round in 2016
RushTix, Inc. is a subscription-based live entertainment platform founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in offering a diverse range of live events, including music, health, and comedy shows. Additionally, RushTix has developed an AI-driven platform that enhances interactive entertainment, allowing users to engage in immersive 3D story worlds and real-time gaming experiences. Through its product, ReelMagic, users can influence narratives and interact with virtual characters while creators have the opportunity to monetize their experiences within a dedicated marketplace. RushTix aims to foster connections among individuals through innovative online experiences.
Remidi
Convertible Note in 2016
Remidi LLC, based in Austin, Texas, is a pioneering company specializing in the development of wearable musical instruments. The company's flagship product, the Remidi T8, transforms the entire human hand into a versatile music instrument, enabling users to create, record, and perform an infinite array of musical combinations through intuitive gestures. By integrating physical movement with music production, Remidi's innovative devices allow musicians and creators to engage with sound in a dynamic and immersive way, enhancing their overall creative experience across various media, including music, virtual reality, and video games.
Clyp
Convertible Note in 2015
Clyp, Inc. is a technology company that specializes in online audio software, enabling users to record, share, embed, and upload audio files. Founded in 2014 and based in Austin, Texas, Clyp offers a platform tailored for musicians to easily collaborate and receive feedback on their work, whether it be a simple guitar riff or a complete music track. The service is accessible via a web interface as well as iOS and Android applications, attracting a community of approximately one million monthly users and generating over two million monthly listens. Clyp's platform allows users to convert music files into shareable links, facilitating seamless sharing while maintaining high audio quality for both streaming and downloading. The company has gained recognition in the music community, with notable users, further solidifying its role as a valuable resource for musicians.
MusiQuest
Convertible Note in 2015
MusiQuest develops an educational music application that inspires users, particularly children, to discover and cultivate their musical passion. The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum, teaching essential music concepts through creative, interactive units, while also integrating elements of literacy, math, history, and science.
MusiQuest
Seed Round in 2015
MusiQuest develops an educational music application that inspires users, particularly children, to discover and cultivate their musical passion. The platform offers a comprehensive curriculum, teaching essential music concepts through creative, interactive units, while also integrating elements of literacy, math, history, and science.
UniqueSound
Convertible Note in 2015
UniqueSound is a Paris-based company founded in 2014 that operates the largest platform for sound creatives, including composers and sound designers, to showcase their work and connect with clients. Through its online platform, sound professionals can create portfolios to display their talents and secure direct hiring opportunities from various clients, such as global brands, advertising agencies, and production companies. UniqueSound has built a worldwide network of sound creatives, facilitating collaborations and enabling clients to find suitable professionals for their projects. The company aims to create an engaging environment for both composers and clients, enhancing the visibility and accessibility of musical talent in the industry.
Rocki
Convertible Note in 2014
Rocki is a technology company that specializes in transforming conventional speakers into Wi-Fi enabled devices for wireless music streaming. Their innovative solution allows both new and existing speakers to connect via Wi-Fi, facilitating multi-room audio playback controlled through smartphones, tablets, or computers. Rocki aims to provide an affordable, immediate, and user-friendly alternative to traditional wired speaker systems, positioning itself at least six months ahead of competitors in terms of technology and pricing.
Concert Window
Convertible Note in 2014
Concert Window, Inc. is an online platform that facilitates live streaming of concerts, allowing users to experience performances in real time on various devices, including computers, tablets, and smartphones. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New York, the company provides musicians with flexible monetization options, enabling them to offer tickets for live streams at fixed prices, pay-what-you-want models, or for free. This approach not only allows artists to generate revenue from their performances but also helps them connect with new audiences. Concert Window aims to enhance the live music experience by making it more accessible to fans around the world.
Jukely
Pre Seed Round in 2013
Jukely Inc. is a music information service based in Brooklyn, New York, that provides members with access to a variety of concerts, parties, and DJ sets each month. Founded in 2012, the company utilizes a platform that analyzes users' music preferences and social connections to facilitate connections with friends and enhance their concert-going experience. Jukely's services are accessible through its website, mobile application, and social media platforms, allowing users to easily discover and share events. By leveraging data on music taste and social interactions, Jukely aims to increase attendance at live events, benefiting both concert promoters and music enthusiasts.
Murfie
Pre Seed Round in 2012
Murfie is an online digital music marketplace established in 2010 and based in Madison, Wisconsin. The platform facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of music collections, including new and used CDs and vinyl records. By offering remote storage and digital access, Murfie caters to music enthusiasts who seek traditional ownership alongside the convenience of accessing their collections online. The company fosters a community for collectors, enabling them to engage in transactions, share their music, and enjoy both physical and digital formats.
Soundspace operates a SaaS platform that streamlines shared space management. It handles bookings, payments, memberships, and financials, enabling commercial real estate owners to generate consistent revenue from vacant spaces while reducing administrative costs by over 50%. The platform's proprietary demand-based booking system facilitates easy short-term rentals for various workspace needs.
United Market is a global platform designed for music creatives and executives, facilitating collaboration and discovery in the music industry. The platform enhances efficiency through real-time collaboration and networking features, allowing music producers to connect and engage with a wider audience. It ensures the security of users' audio files during transactions, providing a safe environment for collaboration. By enabling artists to combine their audiences across various platforms, United Market aims to increase user engagement and opportunities in the music landscape.