CastRooms is a ticketed livestream platform that enables musicians to perform to a visible online crowd, allowing fans to engage through webcams and voice chat, creating an interactive concert experience. This technology addresses the isolation of traditional livestreams by providing real-time audience feedback and high-quality audio and video, enhancing the connection between artists and their global fanbase.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional livestreaming platforms lack the interactive elements of live concerts, leaving both performers and audiences feeling disconnected. Existing solutions often fail to replicate the energy and engagement of in-person events, resulting in a less fulfilling experience for fans and limited opportunities for artists to build meaningful connections.
Solution
CastRooms is a ticketed livestream platform designed to recreate the experience of a live music venue online. The platform enables musicians, DJs, and promoters to perform for a visible online crowd, fostering real-time interaction through webcams and voice chat. By displaying audience reactions live on a "video dancefloor," CastRooms aims to create a sense of shared energy and community, enhancing the connection between artists and their global fanbase. The platform also provides high-quality audio and video streaming, ensuring an immersive and engaging experience for all participants.
Target Audience
CastRooms primarily targets musicians, DJs, promoters, and record labels seeking to engage with their global fanbase through interactive online performances, as well as fans who desire a more immersive and connected livestreaming experience.
Features
- Live videocrowd display, allowing performers to see and interact with the audience in real-time
- Built-in ticketing system for gated shows and direct revenue generation
- High-quality audio streaming (192kbps) and 1080p video
- Music licensing coverage to prevent copyright-related stream interruptions
- Tools for audience interaction, including voice chat and text chat
- Data download for ticket buyers, enabling artists to build their own databases
- Browser-based access, eliminating the need for software downloads or installations