A16z's LA and SF Tech Week

BLCK UNICRN Joins Andreessen Horowitz's LA Tech Week to Showcase Transformative Immersive Experiences

BLCK UNICRN is excited to participate in Andreessen Horowitz's LA Tech Week, showcasing our journey from prototype to facilitating over 3,000 immersive experiences globally and empowering creators to monetize their visions through our innovative platform.

Gloria Appel Prize and Pepperdine's Most Fundable Companies Competition

BLCK UNICRN Celebrates Two Major Milestones

BLCK UNICRN celebrates its founder receiving the Gloria Appel Prize for entrepreneurship and advancing to the Quarter-Finals of Pepperdine’s Most Fundable Companies competition, highlighting its innovation and impact.

Beta University

BLCK UNICRN Joins Beta University to Elevate Immersive Music Experiences

BLCK UNICRN will proudly participate in the Berkeley SkyDeck Internship Fair, seeking ambitious talent ready to embark on transformative career journeys

Berkeley Skydeck

BLCK UNICRN to Scout Future Innovators at Berkeley SkyDeck Internship Fair

BLCK UNICRN will proudly participate in the Berkeley SkyDeck Internship Fair, seeking ambitious talent ready to embark on transformative career journeys

UCLA Anderson Capstone

BLCK UNICRN Completes Business Creation Capstone with Groundbreaking Expansion

Last week marked a pivotal moment for BLCK UNICRN as the team concluded the rigorous Business Creation Capstone at UCLA Anderson School of Management. Over six months, the team collaborated with classmates to refine their business model, optimize unit economics, and polish their pitch. The verdict? BLCK UNICRN is poised for something extraordinary.

BLCK UNICRN Experience Reviews

Rave Reviews For BLCK UNICRN Experiences

The Independent Review Crew recently shared glowing feedback about their immersive experience, spotlighting BLCK UNICRN's ability to redefine engagement. Their review, titled "When the Audience Comes Onstage," highlights the transformative power of interactive storytelling, where attendees become active participants in a unique and unforgettable event.

Two Bit Circus Beta Night

BLCK UNICRN showcased its trailblazing immersive music experiences at Two Bit Circus' s Beta Night.

New Platform Launch

BLCK UNICRN Live

BLCK UNICRN is ushering in a new era of artistic connection with the launch of its new platform BLCK UNICRN Live! This innovative immersive music experience platform, after hosting over 100 experiences, introduced a fresh, groundbreaking experience this January.

Forbes

5 Ways Tech Companies Can Benefit From New BIPOC Founders

“Joshua (BLCK UNICRN Founder) stated, ‘I knew I could build something from scratch, and more importantly, I wanted to treat people better, build a stronger culture, and wanted to bring in a team of outsiders who wanted to make an impact.’”

Society 22 PR: Pitches and Press

BlCK UNICRN was selected (1 out of 5) from over 200 forward-thinking companies to pitch in front of a crowd of over 300 esteemed investors and members of the press at LA Tech Week's esteemed "Society22 PR: Pitches and Press" event lat LA Tech Week! By harmoniously blending music, immersive storytelling, and state-of-the-art technology, we're setting new standards for how we experience music.

Immersive XP Podcast

BLCK UNICRN on the Immersive XP Podcast: Shaping the Future of Entertainment

Discover how BLCK UNICRN is revolutionizing immersive experiences to break down geographical boundaries and redefine entertainment on the Immersive XP podcast. Tune in to hear our vision for the future and the opportunities these innovations create

OneVerse and The Promised Land

BLCK UNICRN Unveils 'The Promised Land' and Launches OneVerse for Artists Worldwide

BLCK UNICRN celebrates the global screening of "The Promised Land," partners with Fever for an immersive music experience, and launches OneVerse, a revolutionary tool enabling artists to easily create and monetize immersive music experiences.

Knapp Venture Competition and YPO Fellowship

BLCK UNICRN Reaches UCLA Knapp Venture Competition Semifinals and Earns YPO Fellowship Nomination

BLCK UNICRN celebrates reaching the semifinals of the prestigious UCLA Knapp Venture Competition and being nominated for the YPO Fellowship, recognizing its bold innovation and contributions to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Entertainment Expo

BLCK UNICRN Shines At The Entertainment Expo

This past week, the BLCK UNICRN team proudly participated in the Entertainment Experience Expo, joining industry leaders like Netflix to explore the future of real estate, immersive technology, and entertainment.

Brand New Experience

"Celebrating Diversity in Innovation" Immersive Music Experience

This brand-new BLCK UNICRN immersive experience is designed to honor the contributions of people of color in the tech industry, highlighting the impact of diversity on innovation.

Entertainment Experience Expo

BLCK UNICRN at the Entertainment Experience Expo

BLCK UNICRN participated in the innovative Entertainment Experience Expo. Attendees saw a firsthand look at the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry, and were treated to a unique demonstration by BLCK UNICRN.

Bubble Immerse

Joshua Blackwell was listed as a 2021 BIPOC Entrepreneur to Watch

LA Tech Week

BLCK UNICRN debuted its tech enabled immersive experiences at Andreessen Horowitz's LA Tech Week This Year. 600+ participants got a glimpse into the future of music and were amazed by BLCK UNICRN.

UCLA Anderson Venture Accelerator Interview

Joshua Blackwell, Founder of BLCK UNICRN, comments on the visual and audio streaming industries and the gap in the market the size of BLCK UNICRN

Pulse Conference

BLCK UNICRN Launches Talent and Spaces Marketplace, Empowering Creators with New Tools for the $400B Immersive Experience Economy

BLCK UNICRN launches its Talent and Spaces Marketplace and Community Platform, introducing tools like a Fundraising Platform, AI-powered courses, and event capabilities to empower creators and revolutionize the $400B immersive experience economy

Pulse Conference

BLCK UNICRN Launches Virtual Immersive Music Experiences to Engage a Global Audience

BLCK UNICRN is excited to announce the launch of Virtual Immersive Music Experiences, expanding our global reach with a slate of 10 cutting-edge experiences, including the Trillion Dollar AI Fund, Promised Land, and Immersive Hip Hop Storytelling, blending technology and storytelling like never before.

Pulse Conference

BLCK UNICRN Finalist at Yale Black Venture Summit 2024

BLCK UNICRN is honored to be selected as a finalist to pitch at the Yale Black Venture Summit, an event celebrating Black entrepreneurship and innovation.

Pulse Conference

Inspiring Insights at the Pulse Conference: Shaping the Future of Entertainment

The esteemed Pulse Conference at UCLA Anderson School of Management brought together industry leaders, innovators, and visionaries to explore the ever-evolving entertainment landscape.

Startup Arena

BLCK UNICRN participated in the prestigious Expert Dojo Startup Arena in Santa Monica, where they pitched their vision on-stage in the semifinals.

Future of Storytelling

BLCK UNICRN has been accepted into the prestigious Future of Storytelling (FoST) Explorers Club!

Student Entrepreneur Podcast

With a full-tuition scholarship, via the consortium fellowship, to UCLA Anderson, one of the global epicenters of the entertainment industry, Josh shared his story on the UCLA Student Entrepreneur podcast

Berkeley Skydeck Beta Launch

We debuted our immersive experience at Berkeley Skydeck, one of the global centers of technology innovation, on February 2nd, 2023 and were featured in the esteemed Berkeley Skynews Newsletter