Try smaller music streaming platforms …Some musicians love #Bandcamp(80%-85% of sales paid to the record label or artist) and #Tidal (about $.013 per stream, compared to Spotify’s paltry $.003-$.005) for its high compensation rates.

[cdarwin@c.im]

Try smaller music streaming platforms …
Some musicians love #Bandcamp
(80%-85% of sales paid to the record label or artist)
and #Tidal (about $.013 per stream, compared to Spotify’s paltry $.003-$.005)
for its high compensation rates.

“If you’re an audiophile, Tidal is the best place to start, and it’s amazing for supporting artists,” Bigelow said.

You also don’t have to worry about losing all of your playlists when switching.
Tidal has a feature called “transfer music,” allowing you to import your tracks and playlists from Spotify or Apple Music.

… Or a more artist-friendly giant

While Apple Music’s royalty rate isn’t as high as Tidal’s, it offers double Spotify’s rate per stream.

Listen local

“I think there’s a movement towards physical interaction and community-driven spaces.

Show up locally for artists that you care about,” Bigelow said.

You can follow local venues on social media and sign up for their newsletters to find out about upcoming shows.
https://www.theguardian.com/thefilter-us/2026/mar/06/best-ideas-for-supporting-bands-and-artists-you-love?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other