Bandcamp
FreeBuy and stream music directly from artists with downloads and merch.
What does this tool do?
Bandcamp is a digital music platform that enables direct music sales and streaming between artists and fans. Unlike traditional streaming services, Bandcamp allows musicians to retain a significantly higher percentage of their revenue, with artists setting their own pricing and fans having the option to pay more than the minimum price. The platform supports multiple music formats including digital downloads, vinyl, CDs, and cassettes, making it a comprehensive marketplace for independent and underground music.
AI analysis from Feb 18, 2026
Key Features
- Direct artist-to-fan music sales
- Downloadable digital music in multiple formats
- Physical media marketplace (vinyl, CDs, cassettes)
- Live sales tracking dashboard
- Customizable artist pages
- Fan collection and library management
- Merch and gift card sales
Use Cases
- 1Independent musicians selling their music directly to fans
- 2Music collectors purchasing rare or limited edition physical media
- 3Fans discovering new and emerging artists across multiple genres
- 4Record labels promoting their roster of artists
- 5Music enthusiasts supporting independent music scenes
Pros & Cons
Advantages
- Artists keep up to 82-93% of their sales revenue
- Supports multiple digital and physical music formats
- Provides detailed sales and listener analytics for artists
Limitations
- Limited mainstream commercial music catalog
- No algorithmic recommendation system like Spotify
- Smaller user base compared to major streaming platforms
Pricing Details
Free to create an artist account. Platform takes 10-15% of digital sales, reducing to 10% after $5000 in sales. No upfront costs for artists.
Who is this for?
Independent musicians, underground music scenes, music collectors, independent record labels, and fans of non-mainstream music genres