You know that sinking feeling when you finally snag a ticket to your favorite artist’s sold-out show—only to watch resale bots gobble them up in seconds? That’s exactly what Fan3 set out to fix. Live now on Avalanche, this platform hands the power back to real fans, mixing live events with digital keepsakes so you leave not just with memories, but with something you actually own.
Your Wallet, Your VIP Pass
Think of Fan3’s digital pass as your backstage buddy. You sign up, and—boom—it pops into your phone’s wallet. You’re bumped to the front of the pre-sale queue on Ticketmaster and AXS. No more frantic F5’ing, no surprise fees, and definitely no scalpers breathing down your neck. At the venue, a quick scan proves you’re the real deal—a true fan, not some automated bot. It’s ticketing that finally works the way it should.
But why stop at tickets? At live shows, Fan3’s NFC-powered wristbands turn every tap into a treat. Tap at the merch booth and you score an exclusive digital poster. Tap near the VIP lounge and unlock behind-the-scenes clips. It’s like carrying a magic key that keeps giving long after the headliner’s last note.
To show exactly what’s possible, Fan3 teamed up with Pitbull on the “Bald E’s Pass.” This isn’t some static collectible—it’s your golden ticket into Mr. Worldwide’s inner circle. Early song previews? Check. Limited-edition merch drops? Check. Surprise mini-shows and virtual meet-and-greets? Double check. Just pull up your wallet app, and you’re in—no velvet rope holding you back.
Built by People Who’ve Been There
The brains behind Fan3—Steve Finan, Paul Rose, and Ross Taylor—know the pain all too well. During the pandemic, they pivoted from live tours to sell over 300,000 livestream tickets directly to fans. That success taught them something simple: artists and audiences deserve a direct line. With CTO Richard Rauser on tech, they’ve built a platform that’s as solid as it is fun.
“We’re building a new music ecosystem that rewards both the artists who create and the fans who believe. It’s about empowering both sides through true ownership: authenticating fandom, defeating bots and scalpers, and getting real tickets into real fans’ hands. To make that vision a reality, we need speed, scale, and affordability – and Avalanche delivers,” says Ross Taylor.
The Fun Never Stops
Just when you think the party’s over, Fan3 keeps the good times rolling. A surprise NFT airdrop a week after the show? A push notification with never-before-seen backstage footage? It’s all part of the plan to keep fans buzzing as well as artists connected to their biggest supporters.
In an era dominated by hidden fees, scalpers, and data gatekeepers, Fan3 feels like a breath of fresh air. By putting fans first and using blockchain for good, Fan3 is making live events fairer, more personal, and a whole lot more fun. So next time your favorite artist announces a tour, don’t just cross your fingers, know you’ve got the real deal in your pocket.
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