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The U.S. electronic dance scene is witnessing a shift—artists aren't just performing anymore. Take DJ and producer John Summit as an example. He's launched his own label, curates festivals, and built a personal brand that extends beyond the decks.



This evolution mirrors a broader trend: creators are becoming full-stack entrepreneurs. They're controlling distribution, owning their audience relationships, and diversifying revenue streams. In an era where digital ownership and direct fan engagement matter more than ever, artists who build ecosystems around their work are setting the new standard.

Whether it's through exclusive drops, community-driven events, or independent platforms, the playbook is changing. The question isn't whether artists should think like entrepreneurs—it's whether they can afford not to.
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0xOverleveragedvip
· 11h ago
It seems that DJs have all started to become business people, no longer just playing music... This is the right way to make money.
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gas_fee_traumavip
· 11-21 19:03
This is the true spirit of Web3, I've said for a long time that those who make music need to learn to build their own ecosystem.
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OnChainSleuthvip
· 11-21 19:01
This is how Web3 should be played; it should have been like this all along.
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PretendingSeriousvip
· 11-21 19:00
That's right, artists these days really can't survive without a side business.
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ChainDoctorvip
· 11-21 19:00
The pure performance model is already outdated; you have to build your own ecosystem to survive.
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SerRugResistantvip
· 11-21 18:54
Ngl, this is the right path; just spinning records is already outdated.
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ZenZKPlayervip
· 11-21 18:45
Well... to put it plainly, you have to be your own boss, otherwise you'll just get taken advantage of by middlemen.
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