Candy Digital teams up with Getty Images to launch their first NFT collection showcasing iconic musicians of the '70s.
In Brief
The captivating digital collectible images are sourced from the extensive archives of Getty Images.
For a limited time, fans of photography and music will have the chance to mint an introductory photograph for free.
This collection features legendary artists from the '70s, including but not limited to David Bowie, Stevie Nicks, the Rolling Stones, and Jimi Hendrix.
Following their partnership announced in May of the previous year, NFT company Candy Digital along with Getty Images are set to release their very first NFTs. announcing a partnership The initiative, titled 'Exposure: by Getty Images & Candy', aims to unveil valuable photographs from the prestigious archives of Getty Images.
Music enthusiasts and collectors can claim NFT photographs that belong to the '70s Music & Culture Collection. To celebrate this new partnership, there will also be a limited-time opportunity for fans to mint an introductory image for free.
According to the press release The '70s Music & Culture Collection features a selection of digital collectible photographs that have been skillfully curated by experts and archivists at Getty Images. This collection is a tribute to the iconic figures and moments that shaped the music scene and culture in the 1970s, as well as to the photographers who captured these unforgettable images.
Included in the NFT collection are striking photographs taken by six of the most talented photographers of their time: Don Paulsen, David Redfern, Fin Costello, Richard Creamer, Steve Morley, and Peter Keegan. The collection features distinguished musicians from the '70s, such as Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Presley, David Bowie, Stevie Nicks, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, AC/DC, Gladys Knight, James Brown, and John Lennon.
Scott Lawin, CEO of Candy Digital, expressed enthusiasm stating, 'The launch of the '70s Music & Culture Collection presents a thrilling new avenue for fans to gather and showcase these culturally significant moments in high resolution, maintaining the quality envisioned by these world-class photographers.'
This collection is set to go live on March 21, with prices ranging between $25 and $200 available on Candy.com. Users unfamiliar with web3 can conveniently make transactions with their credit or debit cards. Participants from the United States (including territories), Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Portugal, Spain, and the United Kingdom can check out the Getty Images Digital Collections page. .
Last November, amidst the downturn in the NFT market, Candy Digital had to let go of a third of its workforce. However, the introduction of the '70s Music & Culture Collection comes as signs of recovery are emerging in the NFT space, with trading volumes in February reaching levels not seen since the LUNA collapse in May 2022. hit $2 billion Shutterstock and Getty Images have decided to restrict AI-generated content due to potential legal issues.
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