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Buzzwire
Denver-based mobile startup that streams multimedia content to user’s mobile phone
About Buzzwire
Buzzwire, founded in 2006 by Alexander Moritz, operated as a content platform connecting artists and their fanbases. Headquartered in Denver, the company positioned itself within the digital music and video sharing market, enabling artists to upload and distribute their content directly to followers.
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The platform's core service allowed musicians to share music and video content, while also providing tools for the music community to connect and follow their favorite artists. For consumers, the service offered a space to discover new music, watch videos, create personalized playlists, and receive updates on concerts. The business model focused on creating a dedicated ecosystem for music engagement.
Buzzwire secured significant early-stage financial backing, raising a total of $12 million over two funding rounds. Its investor roster included prominent venture capital firms such as Spark Capital, Sequel Venture Partners, and Matrix. The final funding event was a Series B round on December 5, 2007, which brought in $8 million, led by Sequel Venture Partners. Despite its initial funding success and clear value proposition, the company is now listed as inactive.
At a glance
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- Denver, United States
- Sector
- Consumer Services
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Investors
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Series A3 investors entered at this stage
Spark Capital
Matrix Partners- SPSequel Venture Partners
Source: Dealroom Talent Intelligence.
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