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Bandcamp hot takes 💭 + Singulars drops August 22nd

Ever wonder if we're too dependent on one platform? Plus: print-on-demand thoughts and listening party commitments...

Sorry about the gap last week - vacation got in the way of talking about Bandcamp Friday, which got me thinking about Bandcamp itself. A lot of thinking, actually.

This week I dive deep on the platform that's been central to everything we do here - from the magic of those early years through Epic's weird acquisition to Songtradr's current stewardship. The good (those data dashboards!), the complicated (Bandcamp Friday pressure), and the existential (what happens when this all falls apart?). Plus some probably unpopular opinions about print-on-demand vinyl and why the music industry needs to grow up about pre-orders.

Oh, and Singulars officially drops August 22nd - the EPK is heading to press soon and you can stream one track right now. Seven years in the making and absolutely worth the wait. Also committing to more listening parties if you'll commit to showing up to them. They are fun, HAVE SOME FUN!

-S-