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Turntable Labs: Hang out online with music

Turntable.fm is a project of [Seth Goldstein](http://www.crunchbase.com/person/seth-goldstein) and [Billy Chasen](http://www.crunchbase.com/person/billy-chasen), the two guys who brought us [Stickybits](http://www.crunchbase.com/organization/stickybits). Users in each dance room has an avatar and can chat with each other. Users can create their own playlist and get up in the DJ booth to battle it out. Turntable.fm a social music platform that encourages hanging out with people and discovering music. If a DJ is playing a song you like, you can add it to your playlist, buy it on iTunes, find it on Last.fm, or launch Spotify. In November 2013, Turntable announced they would be shutting down turntable.fm to focus on their live events platform.

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Royal is a platform that enables fans to buy ownership stakes in songs directly from their favorite artists, allowing them to earn royalties as the music generates revenue. The platform utilizes non-fungible token (NFT) technology, which allows artists to create and sell their music as limited digital assets. By investing in these assets, fans can participate in the financial success of the artists they support. This innovative approach fosters a direct connection between artists and their audience, transforming the way music ownership and royalties are shared.

Mixhalo Corp. is an audio technology company that provides a platform designed to enhance the experience of live events by delivering high-quality sound directly to attendees' smartphones and headphones. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Mixhalo caters to a wide range of events, including concerts, sporting events, conferences, and public gatherings. Its innovative solution allows event organizers to offer audiences immersive real-time audio experiences, ensuring that attendees receive the sound quality they expect. The platform is accessible through a free app, making it easy for users to enjoy superior audio during various live events.

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