Australian pop sensation, Kylie Minogue, launched her own social networking site on Monday. Kylieconnect.com offers fans their own profiles, with the ability to chat with each other and contact the star through her own profile as well as read her blog and view her pictures and even download her songs.
"This is a very big move for Kylie, as no other pop star has ever tried anything like this before. It will make her an instant entrepreneur - and shows the way the music industry is heading."
Kylie Minogue Launches Social Network
Kylieconnect.com
Trend Themes
1. Celebrity Social Networks - The trend of celebrities launching their own social networking platforms provides an opportunity for disruption for traditional social media sites as they attract loyal followings of dedicated fans.
2. Direct-to-fan Platforms - Direct-to-fan platforms like Kylieconnect.com can be a lucrative innovation opportunity for musicians looking to interact and profit off of their dedicated fan bases.
3. Digital Fan Engagement - Kylieconnect.com’s ability to engage fans through direct messaging from the star, exclusive content, and user profiles represents an opportunity for innovation for other celebrities and entertainment companies as they expand their digital footprint.
Industry Implications
1. Music Industry - Innovation in direct-to-fan platforms like Kylieconnect.com presents an opportunity for the music industry to adapt to changing entertainment consumption habits and increase engagement with fans.
2. Social Media - The trend of celebrity social networks represents an opportunity for disruption for traditional social media sites as celebrities leverage their fame and dedicated followings to launch their own digital platforms.
3. Entertainment Industry - Increasing digital fan engagement through platforms like Kylieconnect.com represents an opportunity for innovation for the entertainment industry as a whole, as fans increasingly seek out more personal and intimate ways to connect with their favorite personalities.