Bandcamp Donates All February 7 Profits to LA Wildfire Relief Through MusiCares

Bandcamp Donates All February 7 Profits to LA Wildfire Relief Through MusiCares

By Marcus Delano Thompson

January 31, 2025 at 09:59 PM

Bandcamp will donate 100% of its revenue share on February 7 to MusiCares to support Los Angeles wildfire relief efforts. The initiative is backed by industry partners including A2IM, Harman, Lagunitas, Roland, Shure, Victrola, and WIN.

Bandcamp logo on colorful background

Bandcamp logo on colorful background

MusiCares provides essential preventive, emergency, and recovery programs for music industry professionals affected by natural disasters. Dan Melnick, Bandcamp's General Manager, emphasizes the widespread impact of wildfires on LA's music community, from musicians to producers and recording studios.

Bryan Biniak, President of Songtradr (Bandcamp's parent company), highlights how this collaboration demonstrates the industry's ability to unite in supporting artists during challenging times. To date, Bandcamp has generated over $131 million for independent musicians and labels through initiatives like Bandcamp Fridays.

How to Participate on February 7:

Artists:

  • Upload new music or exclusive merchandise
  • Share personal stories and behind-the-scenes content
  • Engage with fans to encourage support

Fans:

  • Purchase music and merchandise from favorite artists
  • Explore new artists through Bandcamp's Discover page
  • Support the LA music community affected by wildfires

Upcoming Bandcamp Fridays in 2025:

  • March 7
  • May 2
  • August 1
  • September 5
  • October 3
  • December 5

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