News Summary

Pop star Kesha has embarked on a new venture as a startup founder with the launch of her app, Smash. The app is designed to empower music creators by providing a platform for musicians to connect, collaborate, and create artist-friendly contracts. Kesha’s experience with predatory record deals inspired her to create an app that allows artists to retain rights to their work. Smash features a built-in system for generating contracts, enabling artists to decide on licensing fees or royalty percentages. The app’s aim is to give creators access to professional networks without compromising their rights. The development team includes notable figures like Alan Cannistraro, former Apple engineer, and Lars Rasmussen, co-founder of Google Maps. Smash plans to open to some artists later this year, and recently hosted a remix contest for Kesha’s song ‘Boy Crazy.’