Family in Music

Hyperlaunch Develops Family in Music Platform and Writer’s Toolkit

Overview

Hyperlaunch was brought in to drive the development of Family in Music, an innovative platform designed to empower emerging artists and songwriters. The platform integrates networking, distribution, and educational tools, enabling artists to connect, share their work, and learn from industry professionals. After successfully launching the initial platform, Hyperlaunch’s work enabled the organization to secure further investment and expand their offerings with the Writer’s Toolkit—a suite of tools aimed at supporting the modern songwriter.

The Challenge

Family in Music faced a significant challenge: they had invested heavily in developing their platform but lacked a working product to show for it. The task was to rescue the project, deliver a functional platform in a tight timeframe, and lay the groundwork for future development. The goal was to launch a robust platform that could facilitate networking, distribution, and education for emerging artists, which would in turn attract further investment.

The Solution

Hyperlaunch adopted a rapid and iterative development process to bring Family in Music’s platform to market. The team focused on delivering a functional and scalable product, ensuring that the platform could grow alongside the needs of its users. Key technologies used in the development included:

• Next.js for Frontend Development: Next.js provided a flexible and efficient framework for building the platform’s user interface, ensuring a smooth and responsive experience for users.
• AWS for Scalable Infrastructure: AWS services were used to create a reliable and scalable infrastructure, capable of handling the platform’s growing user base and ensuring seamless performance.
• Arc Blockchain for Security and Transparency: The Arc blockchain was integrated to enhance the platform’s security and transparency, particularly in areas related to rights management and royalty tracking.
• Revelator API for Music Distribution: Integration with Revelator’s API powered the platform’s music distribution capabilities, enabling artists to seamlessly distribute their work across multiple channels.
• Viberate for Artist Analytics: Viberate was integrated to provide comprehensive analytics, giving artists insights into their audience and performance across various platforms.

This approach allowed Family in Music to quickly launch their platform, enabling users to start benefiting from its features and paving the way for the development of the Writer’s Toolkit.

Key Features

• Networking Platform: Enables artists to connect with peers and industry professionals, fostering collaboration and career growth.
• Distribution Tools: Provides emerging artists with the means to distribute their music across various platforms, powered by Revelator’s API, ensuring they reach their intended audience.
• Educational Resources: Offers a wealth of learning materials, from industry insights to practical tutorials, helping users enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Artist Analytics: Powered by Viberate, this feature provides detailed insights into artists’ performance and audience engagement.

The Writer’s Toolkit

Following the successful launch of the initial platform, Family in Music expanded its offerings with the Writer’s Toolkit, developed by Hyperlaunch. This suite of tools is designed to support songwriters at various stages of their careers:

• Song Title Checker: Scans existing databases to identify potential conflicts with song titles, allowing songwriters to adjust their work early in the creative process.
• Radio Airplay Monitor: Tracks radio airplay in the UK, comparing it against collecting society tariffs to ensure songwriters are fairly compensated.
• Cover Song Finder: Searches through a database of over 100 million recordings to identify cover versions of songs, helping to maximize revenue by submitting accurate reports to collecting societies.
• Blockchain-Powered Token: A new token was developed to register and protect compositions on the blockchain, providing an additional layer of security and transparency for songwriters.

Results

Hyperlaunch’s work on Family in Music has had a transformative impact on the company and its users. The platform has not only facilitated the growth of emerging artists but also attracted additional rounds of investment, enabling further expansion and development.

• Successful Platform Launch: The initial platform went live on time, offering valuable tools and resources to its user base.
• Increased Investment: The successful launch and subsequent user engagement helped Family in Music secure additional funding to further develop their offerings.
• Expanded Toolset: The introduction of the Writer’s Toolkit has added significant value for users, enhancing their ability to protect and monetize their work.

Client Testimonials

Kevin Bacon, CIO of Family in Music, said, “Hyperlaunch made it all possible with their speed, cadence, and deep understanding of technology. The platform they’ve built is a testament to their ability to turn complex ideas into functional, powerful tools that truly empower artists.”

Chris Garrett, CEO of Hyperlaunch, stated, “Working with Kevin and his network is always an opportunity to do something truly disruptive and purposeful. Their vision combined with our technical expertise allowed us to create a platform that is not only innovative but also has a lasting impact on the music industry.”

Conclusion

The development of Family in Music’s platform and Writer’s Toolkit showcases Hyperlaunch’s ability to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions under tight deadlines. By integrating Next.js, AWS, the Arc blockchain, Revelator, and Viberate, Hyperlaunch created a powerful tool that has enabled Family in Music to support and empower the next generation of artists and songwriters. This project underscores Hyperlaunch’s commitment to innovation and its capacity to drive success in the digital music industry.