LimeWire, the new NFTs marketplace that sprung from the discontinued popular music app of the early 2000s, has scored a huge deal with Universal Music Group (UMG).

LimeWire’s continued rise into the spotlight is due to the partnership with UMG. UMG is a global leader in entertainment and music.

Per a press announcement released on Tuesday, the deal with Universal Music allows the firm to offer its digital collectibles marketplace to several iconic record labels and revered artists.

UMG to license artists to LimeWire’s NFT marketplace

Labels could tap into LimeWire NFT Marketplace to increase fan engagement through digital music NFTs. These include Virgin Music, Virgin Music and Republic Records.

Paul, LimeWire coCEOs, commented on the collaboration. Julian Zehetmayr and Paul, LimeWire coCEOs, stated that the partnership was “true evidence of the speed at which the music business embraces Web3”.

“We’re thrilled to open up the LimeWire NFT ecosystem to Universal Music Group artists and fans and can’t wait to see the first creative projects being launched on the marketplace,” they added.

Important milestone reached! We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with Universal Music Group @UMG, opening up opportunities for music NFTs to all artists signed to Universal and UMG labels.

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— LimeWire (@limewire) May 17, 2022

The partnership will enable the marketplace to access the licenses it needs to partner artists signed up by UMG. The collaboration will translate to original music-based NFT project.

The NFT market continues to grow, as major players, including governments, embrace technology that allows the creation and security of digital items on blockchain.

Monetization possibilities make the industry a great fit for artists and other people looking to improve their revenue streams. LimeWire will offer that opportunity to UMG artists.