Bandcamp Union files Songtradr labor complaint, points to racial bias
The Bandcamp United Union has filed an unfair labor practices complaint with the National Labor Relations Board against Songtradr, who recently purchased the indie music marketplace from Epic Games. The. Continue reading
Songtradr, Epic Games respond to Bandcamp Union concerns [UPDATED]
UPDATE: Epic Games has joined Songtradr in responding to a letter from the Bandcamp United union expressing employee concerns after it was announced earlier this week that Epic Games had. Continue reading
As layoffs begin, Bandcamp union launches petition demanding Songtradr recognition
UPDATE: Workers at Bandcamp are in limbo after Epic Games sold the indie music marketplace to Songtradr, and their recently recognized Bandcamp United Union is looking for answers. Workers voted. Continue reading
Bandcamp holds 4th NAACP Juneteenth fundraiser
Bandcamp is holding its fourth annual Juneteenth fundraiser on Monday, June 19th, from midnight to midnight PT. During those 24 hours, 100% of Bandcamp’s share of sales will go to. Continue reading
Bandcamp dodges Google’s bullet (for now), but its going to cost them
At least for now, Bandcamp can continue to use its existing low fee payment system on Android devices under an court endorsed agreement with Google. After Epic Games acquired Bandcamp. Continue reading
Is May 6th the last Bandcamp Friday ever?
Ever since March of 2020 Bandcamp has waived its revenue share on the first Friday of every month to help support artists who have seen their livelihoods disrupted by the pandemic.. Continue reading
Bandcamp in fight with Google that could mean high fees, payment delays
Bandcamp’s new owner Epic Games is seeking a court injunction to stop Google from charging much higher fees for transactions that happen via Bandcamp’s popular Android app. Epic is also. Continue reading
A musician’s guide to success on Bandcamp
As a musician, you should definitely be familiar with Bandcamp. If you’re not, here’s a simple guide to get you started. A guest post by Janelle Borg of AmplifyYou. On. Continue reading
Today is Bandcamp Friday!
Today, April 1st, is the first Bandcamp Fridays promotion since the indie marketplace was acquired by Epic Games, After taking a month off in January, Bandcamp Fridays returned in February.. Continue reading
Epic Games ventures beyond gaming to acquire Bandcamp and ‘build out a creator marketplace’
Epic Games, a video game software developer, recently made the move to stick their foot in the music industry by acquiring the notorious Bandcamp. by Timothy Geigner of Tech Dirt.. Continue reading
