cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/33818262
Today is Bandcamp Friday
From now until 12 a.m. PST, Bandcamp will pass 100% of revenue directly to artists. From its website:
Bandcamp Fridays began in March of 2020 at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic when the shuttering of venues led to a loss of vital tour revenue for artists. Since then, Bandcamp Fridays—on which we waive our revenue share and pass the funds directly to artists & labels—has resulted in millions of fans paying over $120 million directly to labels and musicians they love. In addition to helping artists pay the rent, or fund album recordings and tours, Bandcamp Fridays have also become a beacon for artists and record labels looking to raise awareness for causes or raise money for charities.
Bigger acts are less likely to be on it but any smaller artists will likely be there.