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The Oath Of The Dreamers

Oath of the Dreamers – A Third Stream Alternative Rock Story by Dizzy O’Brian Oath of the Dreamers: EP1 | EP2 | EP3 | EP4 | Full Series Oath of the Dreamers is a four-part Third Stream alternative rock video series by Dizzy O’Brian — a cinematic journey that blends classical form, jazz freedom, and alt-rock storytelling into something new: Dizzy Rock . Each short tells part of a single story — a world that forgot how to dream, and the musicians who dared to bring imagination back to life. EP 1 – Graveyard of Dreams: The sleepers in the pods, trapped in a dreamless world. EP 2 – The Remembering: A young boy recalls the beauty of forgotten dreams. EP 3 – The Oath: The Dreamers unite inside the magic bus and make their vow. EP 4 – The Awakening: The audience joins the Oath — imagination returns. 🎥 Watch the full playlist below and experience the evolution of Third Stream rock — where music tells stories and dreams awaken again. 💫 Explore more at diz...
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Anti-Fraud Campaign: Exposing the $500 Apple Card Scam Targeting Artists

🚨 Anti-Fraud Campaign: The $500 Apple Card Scam EXPOSED

Online fraud targeting musicians and creators is on the rise — and today we're breaking down a real example of internet fraud that recently attempted to hit the Dizzy O’Brian project. Fortunately, the scam failed, but the tactics used are important for artists everywhere to understand.

🎭 What Happened

A scammer impersonating a record executive sent an unsolicited “collaboration opportunity.” The messages were bizarrely bold — promising large payouts, fake contracts, and even “global distribution.” Eventually, the scammer insisted that a non-refundable $500 Paysafecard deposit was required to “activate an Apple Music account” — a classic tactic used in online frauds.

The Zoho AI transcript system, ironically, identified the scammer by a different name than the one he claimed. The moment the fraud was confronted, the scammer panicked and invented an excuse, claiming the $500 was “a sign of commitment.”

Reality check: Paying money to get signed is not commitment. It’s gullibility — and scammers know it.

🧠 Why This Matters

These internet scams often target musicians because they assume artists are vulnerable, hopeful, and eager for opportunities. But knowledge is power — and fraud detection and prevention begins with recognizing the signs.

  • Unsolicited messages offering contracts
  • Requests for upfront payments (always a red flag)
  • Fake urgency or pressuring language
  • Poor grammar and inconsistent identities
  • Requests for gift cards, Paysafe cards, or crypto

People who run scams and frauds like this profit off deception. This Anti Fraud Campaign exists to help creators bypass these traps.

📌 Common Internet Frauds Examples

  • Fake music distribution fees
  • Fraudulent contracts
  • Impersonation of industry executives
  • “Artist development” requiring payment
  • Social media DM scams

🎥 Watch the Anti-Fraud Short Video

Click here to watch the video version

🛡 Your Safety Matters

If something feels off, step back. If someone pressures you, run. And if anyone asks for money to “prove you’re serious” — block and report.

Spread this message. Protect creators. Crush the scams.

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