Earlier than they have been wealthy and well-known and dwelling in mansions, The Chainsmokers have been simply two dudes making an attempt to make it as musicians in New York Metropolis.
Understanding how laborious it may be to maintain the lights on within the metropolis whereas producing new music, the duo is now co-sponsoring a brand new artist-in-residence program in New York Metropolis that goals to assist an rising artist give attention to music whereas eschewing the stress of paying hire.
Being launched in collaboration with The Blumenfeld Improvement Group, The Chainsmokers’ personal JAJA Tequila and artistic company NOISE, this artist-in-residence program will present the winner with a free condo outfitted with a music studio at condo constructing The Smile. Developed by The Blumenfeld Improvement Group and positioned in Harlem, it was designed by architect Bjarke Ingels and is called for its curved design.
The 794-square-foot condo unit was designed by The Chainsmokers themselves, and options eating, working, sleeping and lounge areas.
“We began our careers in New York Metropolis and our experiences residing within the metropolis actually formed us into who we’re at present,” The Chainsmokers inform Billboard in a joint assertion. “The town is enjoyable and provoking, however we additionally know all too nicely how costly it may be to stay there, particularly as a brand new artist.”
“For the longest time we labored out of a shoebox-sized condo making music every single day,” the pair proceed. “We’re so excited to supply a gifted artist the possibility to thrive by offering a free condo with a music studio at The Smile for a yr.”
This system is at present accepting functions, which require would-be winners to submit some fundamental data together with a TikTok. You’ll be able to apply for it right here.
“At NOISE we love working with purchasers who’re keen to assume outdoors the field. Particularly those that should not solely keen to push boundaries of their respective industries but in addition are excited to create culture-forward and impactful campaigns –– David [Blumenfeld] and the whole crew at BDG are a type of purchasers,” says Joe Laresca, founder and CEO of NOISE. “That is positively out of the norm for an actual property firm, and naturally, partnering with The Chainsmokers is iconic, however with the ability to change an artist’s life and profession trajectory is one thing we’re actually pleased with.”
