Alex Pall (left) and also Drew Taggart of The Chainsmokers photographed on May 4, 2022 at Tranquility Canyon Ranch in Santa Clarita, Calif. Miller Mobley
Before they were abundant and also popular and also dwelling in estates, The Chainsmokers were simply 2 men attempting to make it as artists in New York City.
Understanding exactly how tough it can be to maintain the lights on in the city while generating brand-new songs, the duo is currently co-sponsoring a brand-new artist-in-residence program in New York City that intends to aid an arising musician concentrate on songs while shunning the tension of paying rental fee.
Being introduced in partnership with The Blumenfeld Development Group, The Chainsmokers’ very own JAJA Tequila and also imaginative firm sound, this artist-in-residence program will certainly supply the champion with a totally free house furnished with a songs workshop at apartment The Smile. Developed by The Blumenfeld Development Group and also situated in Harlem, it was created by designer Bjarke Ingels and also is called for its bent layout.
The 794-square-foot house device was created by The Chainsmokers themselves, and also includes eating, functioning, resting and also living area areas.
“We started our careers in New York City and our experiences living in the city really shaped us into who we are today,” The Chainsmokers inform Billboard in a joint declaration. “The city is fun and inspiring, but we also know all too well how expensive it can be to live there, especially as a new artist.”
“For the longest time we worked out of a shoebox-sized apartment making music every day,” both proceed. “We’re so excited to offer a talented artist the chance to thrive by providing a free apartment with a music studio at The Smile for a year.”
The program is presently approving applications, which call for potential champions to send some fundamental details together with a TikTok. You can apply for it here.
“At NOISE we love working with clients who are willing to think outside the box. Especially those who are not only willing to push boundaries in their respective industries but also are excited to create culture-forward and impactful campaigns –– David [Blumenfeld] and the entire team at BDG are one of those clients,” claims Joe Laresca, owner and also chief executive officer of sound. “This is definitely out of the norm for a real estate company, and of course, partnering with The Chainsmokers is iconic, but being able to change an artist’s life and career trajectory is something we’re really proud of.”
