Popdust focuses an expert music-centric lens on the artists creating and performing the biggest songs in the country. Since launching in 2011, Popdust has already reached nearly 1 million unique monthly visitors composed of young, voracious music fans who obsessively follow stars like Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and Rihanna. The management team is led by new CEO Hugh Panero, former CEO and Founder of XM Satellite Radio; David Wade, Co-Founder/President; and Co-Founder/Editor-In-Chief Craig Marks, former top editor of Spin, Blender and Billboard. Popdust investors represent the leading venture firms including: Lerer Ventures, New Enterprise Associates, Softbank Capital and RRE Ventures.
| Date | Amount | Type | Investors | Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/12 | $4,500,000 | Series A |
Project A Ventures RRE Ventures | undisclosed |
