Bandcamp

Bandcamp is a versatile platform that enables artists to sell digital content, physical merchandise, and artist subscriptions directly to fans. Since its inception, fans have paid artists $1.31 billion through Bandcamp, with $194 million in the last year alone. The platform features a Merch Store where users can purchase items such as T-shirts, vinyl records, CDs, and cassettes. Bandcamp Daily, the platform’s editorial publication, covers thousands of records annually, highlighting both emerging and established artists. Bandcamp’s revenue share is 15% on digital items and 10% on physical goods, and it pays out to artists daily, with an average of 82% of the money going directly to the artist or their label. Additionally, Bandcamp offers a vinyl pressing service that simplifies the financing, production, and fulfillment of vinyl records. Artists can also set up live streams and listening parties directly on their Bandcamp site. The platform provides tools for artists to communicate directly with their fans and target messages by location and level of support. Bandcamp supports multiple currencies, allowing artists to price their goods in various currencies including USD, AUD, GBP, CAD, EUR, and JPY. Sales are submitted to SoundScan, ARIA Charts, OfficialCharts (UK & Ireland), and the Official New Zealand Music Charts. Bandcamp offers a premium tier for artists called Bandcamp Pro for $10 per month, which includes features like custom domains and ad-free video hosting. The platform also includes features for unified accounting and real-time stats for labels managing multiple artists. Bandcamp’s Fair Trade Music Policy ensures that artists are compensated fairly and transparently for their work. The platform has a mobile app available for both Android and iOS devices, allowing fans to stream their purchases and build playlists.