Music Streaming Decentralized App using Blockchain

The streaming of music and other forms of entertainment are heavily reliant on digital technologies in the present world. The purchase of physical copies of music albums is preferred over subscription-based internet services. The listener can easily access excellent services through online streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple iTunes, and Google Music. However, problems of these systems include lengthy reimbursement delays for artists, a lack of transparency, and unclear terms for payments and licensing. In this paper, we present a solution that employs the Ethereum blockchain and IPFS protocol to address all three of these issues. Using smart contracts, transactions are recorded on the Ethereum blockchain for payment administration. The IPFS protocol, a peer-to-peer protocol, is utilized to store music files because storing huge files on the Ethereum network is expensive. Both the artist and the listener interact with the front end via a browser and the front end is constructed using Web3.js. The smart contract will specify a PPP (Pay-Per-Play) model with a set fee or as determined by the artist. Additionally, the artist may include additional supporters and divide the proceeds with them. Although streaming is a free service, listeners can provide tips to the performers to show their appreciation. As a result, a fully autonomous music streaming system can be created with the least amount of involvement from third parties and a direct connection between the artist and listener.