OUR bayBrazilian heavy metal band that “launched” names such as Andrei bushes, Raphael Bittencourt and Kiko Laurel and one of the most prestigious internationally, entered the world NFTs. Earlier this week, the group announced via Angra Talks on their YouTube channel the launch of a non-fungible token platform.

The news was revealed by Rafael and Kiko in a chat where they also reminisced about the personal stories and histories of the group. According to Bittencourt, fans’ investment in technology will contribute to “the economy of rock and heavy metal in the world”.

The Angra NFT trading platform was developed in partnership with a startup DaX, which works with blockchain assets. The tokens available at launch are posters for the 20th anniversary tour of the new album. revivalwhich marked the band’s history, along with collectibles.

“It is very important to communicate with the fans, to understand where they are and how they communicate,” Rafael commented in an interview with Exame magazine. “New digital media shows that the group is paying attention and acknowledging these needs, knows the language.”

“The other thing is that this medium is very innovative and Angra has always been about innovation, it has always been at the forefront of launching trends and innovations in heavy metal. So what we want to show fans is that we continue to innovate and understand how he communicates,” he added.

Philip andreoliAngra’s bassist since the early 2000s, explained that blockchain and NFTs represent a change in the way arts are promoted and open up a range of opportunities.

“Our business has always been and always will be art,” commented the musician. “And the way we connect this art with the fans has changed over the years. Blockchain technology represents a universe of opportunity where we can offer unique experiences and items that we have not explored before.”

Behind Claudio OlympicCEO of DaX, the partnership with Angra will be beneficial for fans of the style, and promises news throughout 2022.

“Music is a very mature market outside of Brazil when we talk about blockchain and digital assets,” the executive said. “There is nothing better than starting this project with a national group with global expression.”

“This is our first initiative with Angra and the year will be filled with many surprises for heavy metal fans,” he added.

In addition to the band, other Brazilian musicians have also invested in the NFT universe. Marcelo bonfadrummer Legion urbanannounced in early May that he had created a collection of tokens that would guarantee benefits at the band’s performances, such as VIP tickets.

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Source: Exam