Hey there, music enthusiasts! Ready to make your Fridays epic and support your favorite indie artists directly? Welcome to Bandcamp Fridays! This groundbreaking initiative has rocked the music scene, paying out a whopping $154 million to artists and labels since its launch at the pandemic's peak in March 2020.
Bandcamp Fridays kicked off as a lifeline for artists when gigs and tours were put on hold due to COVID-19. Fast forward to 2025, and fans have stepped up big time, boosting the initiative's payouts by an incredible $31 million just within the past year!
This isn't your average Friday; it's a day when Bandcamp waives its revenue share. That means every dollar you spend on music or merch goes straight to the artists and labels you love! Just last December, fans smashed records by generating over $3.8 million in just 24 hours!
And the numbers keep climbing! Bandcamp's platform has seen artists and labels earn a staggering total of $1.64 billion, with no signs of slowing down. According to Dan Melnick, Bandcamp's General Manager, these Fridays are all about the power of direct fan support, and they’ve been incredibly successful.
Get ready for more: Eight epic Bandcamp Fridays are lined up for 2026! Mark your calendars for February 6, March 6, May 1, August 7, September 4, October 2, November 6, and December 4. It's going to be a music extravaganza you won't want to miss!
And that's not all! Bandcamp has launched a cool subscription service called ‘Bandcamp Clubs’. For just $13 a month, dive into a world of exclusive music with monthly record selections, insider listening parties, and artist content directly curated by top DJs and journalists. It's like having a personal music guide!
Founded in 2008, Bandcamp started as a direct alternative to record labels and is now a powerhouse for artists, with exciting additions like ticketed live-streaming and vinyl pressing. Even legends like Peter Gabriel and Bjork have jumped on board!
In an exciting twist, Epic Games owned Bandcamp for a while before it was acquired by music licensing platform Songtradr in 2023. The future of indie music looks brighter than ever!
So, are you ready to be a part of something awesome? Hit up Bandcamp on the next Friday jump and support the artists who make your playlist pop!