Bandcamp
Discover amazing new music and directly support the artists who make it.
Overview
Bandcamp is an online music platform that allows artists to sell their music and merchandise directly to fans. It's known for its artist-friendly revenue share and its focus on building a community around music. Fans can purchase digital music, vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and other merchandise, and can also support artists through subscriptions. Bandcamp is a popular platform for independent artists and labels.
✨ Key Features
- Sell digital music, vinyl, CDs, and merch
- Artist subscriptions (Bandcamp Pro)
- Live streaming concerts
- Community features and fan collections
- Detailed stats and analytics
- Artist-friendly revenue share
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Direct-to-fan sales model with a high revenue share for artists
- Focus on a wide range of formats, including physical media
- Strong community and discovery features
Unique Value: Bandcamp provides a fair and sustainable way for musicians to sell their work and connect with their fans, with a strong emphasis on supporting artists directly.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Independent musicians and bands selling their music and merch
- Record labels managing their catalog and sales
- Artists building a sustainable career through direct fan support
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Creators who are not musicians or in the music industry
- Selling online courses or non-music related digital products
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike streaming services like Spotify, Bandcamp allows artists to sell their music for a fair price and keep a much larger portion of the revenue. Compared to Patreon, Bandcamp is specifically designed for musicians and offers a more integrated experience for selling music and merchandise.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: 15% revenue share on digital sales, 10% on merch.
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