Multi-platinum pop icon Kesha is taking her fight for creator empowerment to the next level with the launch of SMASH, a groundbreaking community platform designed to put power back into the hands of music creators. Co-founded by Kesha Sebert, CTO Alan Cannistraro, and COO Lagan Sebert, alongside a team of seasoned music and tech veterans, SMASH offers a transformative new space where artists can connect, collaborate, and create—without giving up their rights or independence.
At its core, SMASH is about freedom. It’s a platform where songwriters, producers, singers, instrumentalists, and engineers can build professional relationships on their own terms. No middlemen. No predatory contracts. Just music and mutual respect.
“My goal is to shift the power structure of the music-making business in favor of the creators,” says Kesha. “I signed a predatory deal when I was 18 and spent over a decade fighting to regain the rights to my voice and image. When I finally gained my freedom, I realized the fight wasn’t over. I want to make sure what happened to me never happens to anyone else again.”
SMASH stands out not only for its artist-first philosophy but also for its emphasis on community and creator ownership. In a traditional industry long ruled by gatekeepers, SMASH flips the script—empowering creators to retain rights to whatever they make on the platform. Whether you’re a beatmaker looking for a lyricist, a singer seeking a producer, or a mixing engineer wanting to join collaborative projects, SMASH connects the dots in a way that’s accessible, inclusive, and empowering.
To mark the launch, Kesha is inviting artists to join a special remix challenge for her high-energy, hyperpop-inspired new single, “BOY CRAZY.” The track, released via her own Kesha Records, is a celebration of independence—and now it’s an open invitation for creators to remix it in their own voice.
By signing up at www.smashmusic.io, participants will receive the official stems for “BOY CRAZY.” They’ll have one week to reimagine the song however they see fit. The best remix will be handpicked by Kesha herself and released later this summer on Kesha Records.
With SMASH, Kesha isn’t just making music—she’s making change. The platform embodies her commitment to protecting and uplifting the next generation of creators. It’s a bold move in a business that too often sidelines those who make the magic happen behind the scenes.
For those ready to take control of their careers and collaborate in a space that values creativity and ownership, SMASH offers more than a platform—it offers a future. Join the movement today at www.smashmusic.io.
