Producer Protocol aims to revolutionize the music and media production industry by providing a decentralized platform that enables unprecedented collaboration between artists, producers, and fans. Leveraging blockchain technology, Producer Protocol introduces a unique token system that empowers fans to directly engage with the artists they love while offering artists new avenues for revenue and creative input.
The current music and media industry is plagued by centralization, resulting in unfair practices and lack of transparency. Artists and producers face significant challenges in terms of royalty distribution, rights management, and fan engagement. A decentralized solution is needed to address these issues effectively.
The Super Chain is a decentralized platform built on top of Optimism and integrated with Bitcoin functionality. It aims to provide interoperability, scalability, and security, ensuring fair and transparent practices in the music and media industry.
Producer Protocol is developing an AI-assisted songwriting tool, exclusively accessible to holders of the token located at PolygonScan. This tool will support artists of all skill levels, providing tailored AI assistance for the songwriting process.
Artists: Local musicians who can create, share, and monetize their music through the platform. Artists can engage in collaborations, submit their existing work, and host virtual events.
Fans: Listeners who engage with and support artists on the platform. Fans can earn or purchase tokens, vote on various aspects of music production, and actively participate in the music-making process.
Fan Tokens: Earned through engagement, attending virtual events, and sharing the platform with others. These tokens can be used to vote on artist projects, gain access to exclusive content, or purchase merchandise.
Artist Tokens: These tokens represent ownership or shares in specific projects, allowing artists to distribute rewards or royalties based on token holdings.
Idea Submission: Fans can submit ideas for lyrics, melodies, or artwork, enabling a participatory approach to music creation.
Voting System: A decentralized voting system where fans can use tokens to vote on different aspects of the music, such as the album cover design, song titles, or even lyrics.
Live Collaboration Sessions: Virtual rooms where fans and artists can collaborate in real-time, allowing for live input and immediate feedback.
Earn Tokens: Fans can earn tokens through various means, including engagement, sharing, and attending virtual events.
Spend Tokens: Tokens can be spent to influence the music-making process, access exclusive content, or purchase merchandise.
Music Portfolio: Artists can showcase their existing music, upcoming projects, and collaboration opportunities.
Fan Interaction: Built-in tools allow artists to interact with fans, gather feedback, and share updates on their projects.
Discussion Boards: Forums for fans and artists to discuss music, share ideas, and build a community.
Event Calendar: A calendar showcasing upcoming virtual concerts, collaboration sessions, Q&A sessions, etc.
Optimism/Bitcoin/Polygon: Optimism has been chosen as the primary blockchain for its scalability and low transaction costs. Its Layer 2 solutions are ideal for the Super Chain. Bitcoin functionality is incorporated to allow transactions and interactions using BTC, providing broader utility and appeal. Polygon integration is also supported, enabling the use of PJK tokens on the Super Chain.
Smart Contracts: Used to manage token transactions, voting systems, and collaboration agreements between users.
NFT Minting: For creating unique tokens that represent ownership or influence over specific projects.
React/Redux: For building a responsive user interface.
Web3.js: To enable interaction with the blockchain.
Node.js: Handles server-side operations.
IPFS: For decentralized storage of music and artwork.
Wallet Integration: For managing tokens within the platform, e.g., MetaMask.
Streaming Services: To offer music streaming within the platform, if applicable.
// SPDX-License-Identifier: MIT
pragma solidity ^0.8.0;
contract RoyaltyDistribution {
address public owner;
mapping(address => uint256) public royalties;
event RoyaltyPaid(address indexed artist, uint256 amount);
modifier onlyOwner() {
require(msg.sender == owner, "Only the owner can perform this action");
_;
}
constructor() {
owner = msg.sender;
}
function payRoyalty(address artist, uint256 amount) public onlyOwner {
royalties[artist] += amount;
emit RoyaltyPaid(artist, amount);
}
function withdraw() public {
uint256 amount = royalties[msg.sender];
require(amount > 0, "No royalties available for withdrawal");
royalties[msg.sender] = 0;
payable(msg.sender).transfer(amount);
}
receive() external payable {}
}
// SPDX-License-Identifier: MIT
pragma solidity ^0.8.0;
contract VotingSystem {
struct Proposal {
string description;
uint256 voteCount;
}
address public owner;
Proposal[] public proposals;
mapping(address => bool) public hasVoted;
event ProposalAdded(uint256 proposalId, string description);
event Voted(address indexed voter, uint256 proposalId);
modifier onlyOwner() {
require(msg.sender == owner, "Only the owner can perform this action");
_;
}
constructor() {
owner = msg.sender;
}
function addProposal(string memory description) public onlyOwner {
proposals.push(Proposal({ description: description, voteCount: 0 }));
emit ProposalAdded(proposals.length - 1, description);
}
function vote(uint256 proposalId) public {
require(!hasVoted[msg.sender], "Already voted");
require(proposalId < proposals.length, "Invalid proposal ID");
proposals[proposalId].voteCount += 1;
hasVoted[msg.sender] = true;
emit Voted(msg.sender, proposalId);
}
function getProposal(uint256 proposalId) public view returns (string memory description, uint256 voteCount) {
require(proposalId < proposals.length, "Invalid proposal ID");
Proposal storage proposal = proposals[proposalId];
return (proposal.description, proposal.voteCount);
}
}
Rights and Responsibilities of Artists and Fans
Artists:
Fans:
General Platform Rules:
Overview: Royalty agreements outline the distribution of earnings generated from music sales, streams, and other revenue sources. These agreements ensure fair compensation for artists based on their contributions and token holdings.
Royalty Distribution Model:
Payment Process:
Dispute Resolution: Any disputes regarding royalty calculations or distributions will be resolved through the platform’s dispute resolution process. Artists and fans can raise disputes, which will be reviewed by platform moderators and resolved in accordance with platform policies.
Compliance: All royalty agreements comply with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, ensuring fair and transparent practices. The platform regularly reviews and updates agreements to reflect changes in regulations and industry standards.
Local Partnerships: Collaborating with local music venues, schools, and artists to foster a supportive community.
Social Media Engagement: Regular updates, live sessions, and interactive posts to keep the community engaged.
Scalability Considerations: Planning for growth in terms of users, content, and technological infrastructure.
Sustainability Practices: Exploring eco-friendly blockchain solutions to minimize the platform’s environmental footprint.
Short-term Goals:
Long-term Vision:
Producer Protocol is more than just a music platform; it’s a paradigm shift in how music is created, shared, and owned. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and fostering a community of engaged artists and fans, Producer Protocol is setting a new standard for the music industry.