Chrono T (@Aeon_Smash) shares their creative journey:
- Started with flip book animations at age 10
- Discovered Blender in 2011, fully immersed by 2015
- Found Decentraland in 2021, initially felt behind
- Learned to build in Decentraland through tutorials
Inspiration:
- Desire to create and experience new things
- Process of learning and overcoming challenges
Why Decentraland:
- Empowers community building
- Platform for diverse artists
- Challenging but inspiring ecosystem
Chrono T emphasizes perseverance and the unique opportunity Decentraland provides for creators.
Today Chrono T AKA @Aeon_Smash is taking over to share their creative journey! ๐ ๏ธ Q: How did you get started creating? A: I remember when I was about 10 years old, I started making flip book animations in small hand notebooks. Then, in 2011, I stumbled upon a Blender tutorial
Decentraland Music Festival 2025 Wraps Four-Day Virtual Concert Experience
**Decentraland Music Festival 2025** concluded after four days of live performances across creator-built virtual experiences. The festival featured diverse musical genres: - EDM and techno - Classical piano - Drum and bass **Featured artists** included @OfficeDrummer, @SarahCoponat, @VlouueOfficial, @thugshells, @NaNaTheApe, @SteveSaiko, @stoney_eye, @DrJaffle, and @MAKEANFT. The event was **co-created** with partners @HAPEsocial, @NewtroArts, @Musica_W3, @psychanon, and @akidcalledbeast. This marks the platform's continued focus on virtual music experiences, building on previous festival editions that have established Decentraland as a venue for digital concerts and community gatherings.
Decentraland Unveils Redesigned Genesis Plaza with New Spaces and Interactive Features
**Decentraland has launched a major upgrade to Genesis Plaza**, the virtual world's main hub and entry point for users. The redesigned space includes several **new attractions and facilities**: - DCL Store for virtual goods and merchandise - New Decentraland Theatre for events and performances - Interactive elements like **pigeon feeding** - Enhanced visual design and user experience Genesis Plaza serves as the **primary launchpad** for users entering Decentraland, making this upgrade significant for first impressions and user onboarding. The update reflects Decentraland's ongoing efforts to **improve the virtual world experience** and provide more engaging spaces for its creator-owned community. [Explore the redesigned Genesis Plaza](https://decentraland.org/blog/about-decentraland/explore-the-redesigned-genesis-plaza-your-launchpad-into-decentraland?utm_org=dcl&utm_source=x&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=genplaza&utm_term=launchblog)
๐๏ธ Genesis Plaza Gets Major Upgrade
**Decentraland has redesigned Genesis Plaza**, the main entry point for users entering the virtual world. The upgraded space includes several **new key features**: - DCL Store for shopping - New Decentraland Theatre for events - Interactive elements like *pigeon feeding* The redesigned plaza serves as an **improved launchpad** for users exploring Decentraland's virtual world. This update represents Decentraland's ongoing efforts to enhance the user experience and provide better onboarding for newcomers to the platform.
๐น Piano Magic Awaits
**MiaMakesMusic** brings her lifelong piano journey to Decentraland Music Festival, transforming familiar melodies into healing moments of joy. Starting her musical path as a child, Mia specializes in: - **Covers and improvised performances** that comfort and inspire - **Spontaneous musical twists** on beloved tunes - **Heart-filled interpretations** spanning classical to metal, pop to anime soundtracks Her performances blend raw emotion with technical skill, creating fresh experiences that feel both familiar and entirely new. *Experience Mia's transformative piano magic at this year's virtual festival.*
๐ธ BullyMeow Brings Blues Rock to Decentraland Music Festival
**BullyMeow** is set to perform at the **Decentraland Music Festival** on December 4th. The artist, who grew up practicing guitar as an escape, creates a unique blend of: - Modern blues rock - Pop elements - Immersive soundscapes designed to transport listeners The performance promises to offer the same **solace and escapism** that shaped BullyMeow's musical journey, taking audiences *out of their current reality and into another realm*. *Experience virtual music in the metaverse this December.*