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Hashed Out Issue #43: Web3 – Music, Movies & Entertainment
How blockchain is remixing the way we create, fund, and experience culture.
Scott Kasten
October 10, 2025
Welcome to the 43th edition of Hashed Out, your weekly guide to navigating the dynamic world of Web3, brought to you by Argot (www.argotagency.io). Whether you're taking your first steps into this digital frontier or already exploring it, our mission remains the same: to demystify the complexities of Web3 and equip you with the insights and resources you need to thrive.
Our vision extends beyond a simple newsletter—we aim to build a vibrant community where both enthusiasts and newcomers can gather, learn, and grow together. Think of us as your trusted sherpa on this journey, here to translate intricate concepts into clear, actionable insights. We'll connect you with the latest data and expert perspectives from the builders, researchers, and creators driving innovation in Web3.
Join us as we transform from curious explorers into true Web3 virtuosos, one issue at a time.
Hey there Hashers!
Every generation rewrites the soundtrack of its own culture.
Vinyl gave way to streaming. The box office went digital. And somewhere between playlists and pixels, creativity became both more accessible and more disposable.
Web3 wants to change that.
In this issue, we explore how blockchain is remixing entertainment—giving artists ownership, fans real stakes, and everyone a seat at the creative table. From tokenized royalties and NFT-backed films to decentralized streaming and smart contracts that pay out instantly, the next evolution of entertainment is about participation, not permission.
Our main story, “When Fans Own the Stage,” looks at how the old entertainment hierarchy is being rebuilt around creators and communities. The editorial, “The Promise—and Price—of Creative Freedom,” asks what happens when anyone can own their art—but must also live with the responsibilities that come with it. And our Companion Guidehighlights five real-world projects showing how this transformation is already unfolding.
Web3 isn’t just changing how we watch and listen. It’s changing who gets heard—and who gets paid.
Feature Story
From record labels to DAOs, from playlists to smart contracts—Web3 is rewriting who creates, who profits, and who gets to participate. Here’s how the next entertainment revolution unfolds when fans finally own the stage.
Editorial
Web3 gives creators something they’ve always wanted: ownership. But it also asks for something new in return—responsibility. In a world where everyone can create and own, who decides what deserves attention?
Companion Guide
Web3 isn’t a theory—it’s already changing music and movies. Discover five real projects turning audiences into investors, fans into collaborators, and content into community.
The Wrap
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FINAL NOTES
Hashed Out is a newsletter that is affiliated with our parent business Argot.
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I hope that you enjoyed this edition of Hashed Out.
Ok Hashers, that’s The Wrap. Many thanks!
(Cue awesome exit music of your choice)
Until next time,
Dr. Scott