An open source, self-hostable music platform will soon allow people on the Fediverse to buy music and support artists. Here’s why it’s a big deal.

  • cabbage@piefed.social
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    3 days ago

    Sure, but that doesn’t take away from the fact that under this model, small artists with little money seem to have a strong incentive not to put their music up for sale, which will cost both them and Bandcamp potential profits.

    Maybe they could offer fans to sponsor a membership for artists if they want to unlock premium features.

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      I’d argue that if you can’t afford to pay for a $10/month service and if you are so unproven that no one would be willing to back this up for you, “looking for ways to start a career in music” should be waaaay down on your list of concerns.