Music AI Startup SoloAI Secures $2M Seed Funding for Virtual Artist Platform
AI-powered music generator and virtual artist creator SoloAI has secured a $2 million seed funding round led by HongShan (formerly Sequoia China), with participation from Story Protocol.
Blue AI logo with circuit pattern
The platform combines three main elements:
- AI Music Generation
- Allows users to create, share, and monetize unique tracks
- Functions as both a streaming service and social community
- Hosts talent show-style contests for user engagement
- Virtual Artist Creation
- Develops AI-powered VTuber agents specialized in music
- Features performers like DJ SONA, who streams 24/7 on both SoloAI and Twitch
- Enables real-time composition and audience interaction
- Blockchain Integration
- Partners with leading blockchain projects
- Transforms generated music into tradeable digital assets
- Requires crypto wallet connection for platform access
- Plans to introduce user-created avatars
The platform distinguishes itself in the growing AI music space by combining music generation with virtual performers and blockchain technology, setting it apart from competitors like Suno, Udio, Melodio, and Boomy.
SoloAI aims to democratize music creation while building a community-driven platform where users can create, perform, and monetize their musical content through both traditional and blockchain-based channels.
Story Protocol, one of the key investors, brings additional IP blockchain capabilities to the platform, with backing from notable companies including Endeavor and a16z Crypto.
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