The UK Band Kaiser Chiefs Turns its Audience to Produce Newest Record
Carly Foy — June 4, 2011 — Art & Design
References: kaiserchiefs & mashable
The Kaiser Chiefs are set to release their new album, 'The Future Is Medieval,' with a unique twist for the fans.
The band has enabled to the users to choose 10 of 20 the band's songs to put on the album and then pick a picture for the album cover. Once the user makes the album, the user receives their own page and can sell the album, earning a one pound profit from each sale. The idea was created by the Kaiser Chiefs, Universal Music UK and Wieden + Kennedy London.
This has managed to increase the Kaiser Chiefs engagement with the band, ultimately creating a positive relationship with them. The campaign has launched just recently and has already started to become a hit amongst fans.
The band has enabled to the users to choose 10 of 20 the band's songs to put on the album and then pick a picture for the album cover. Once the user makes the album, the user receives their own page and can sell the album, earning a one pound profit from each sale. The idea was created by the Kaiser Chiefs, Universal Music UK and Wieden + Kennedy London.
This has managed to increase the Kaiser Chiefs engagement with the band, ultimately creating a positive relationship with them. The campaign has launched just recently and has already started to become a hit amongst fans.
Trend Themes
1. Fan-driven Music - The trend of involving fans in the production process creates opportunities for artists to engage with their audience and build stronger relationships.
2. Crowdsourced Content Creation - The concept of crowdsourcing content allows businesses to leverage the creativity and preferences of their customers, leading to more personalized and marketable products.
3. Direct-to-consumer Sales - Enabling fans to sell albums and earn a profit incentivizes direct-to-consumer sales, empowering both artists and fans to benefit from the distribution process.
Industry Implications
1. Music - The music industry can explore fan-driven productions to foster a deeper connection with audiences and unlock innovative revenue streams.
2. Marketing & Advertising - Brands and agencies can learn from this fan-driven campaign to create interactive and collaborative experiences that drive engagement and brand loyalty.
3. E-commerce - The e-commerce industry can harness the power of direct-to-consumer sales in innovative ways, transforming customers into brand advocates and revenue generators.
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