Bandcamp Friday has returned for another season of showing extra support to the countless independent and rising artists utilizing the website. Beginning at the height of the pandemic, Bandcamp.com began waiving their revenue share from all purchases on the site on the first Friday of every month. Meaning all funds would go directly to the artist/label. Bandcamp Friday’s became increasingly popular as more and more artists found it difficult to tour and support themselves, so the website brought them back for a few months at a time.
Returning again for September 6th, 2024 with two more planned for the year on October 4th and December 6th, it’s a wonderful time to show your support and grab some merch from some of your favorite artists. To make things easier for you, we have highlighted a bunch of bands/artists from the area who all have offerings on bandcamp.com – happy shopping!
Alright Thanks
Take flight in your new “Paper Airplane” tee from Sandwich, MA born basement rockers Alright Thanks. Also available, a Thrasher mag inspired tee and more on their bandcamp page.
Burp.
Slip into something seasonally spooky with your new ”Devil & Ghost“ tee from the self-proclaimed “Beatles of Lowell”, Burp. Or just let it out with their “Head” tee – if you like shirts, there’s a 100% chance you’ll like these!
The Croaks
Yes, the Fingers of Croakus may be sold out, but fret not as you can still snag a “Barn Yard“ tee, the Croakus Pokus CD, or a Cuttyhunk coptic stitched scallop shell journal, all from The Croaks. I mean, what more could you want?
Dutch Tulips
Elevate your aesthetic with your new “Gold Chain“ tee and Double Visions 12’’ pressed on a lovely pink vinyl as we await the anticipated second album from Dutch Tulips.
Gymshorts
Fans of Nickelodeon’s All That and patrons of Bass Pro Shops assemble as we snag pins, stickers, tees and more from Rhode Island powerhouses Gymshorts. All available on their bandcamp page.
Hell Beach
Summer may be winding down, but while there’s still some rays to catch – there’s still time to crack open a cold one. Why not make it cozy with your new Hell Beach koozie? Grab a shirt or vinyl while you visit Hell Beach’s bandcamp page.
House of Harm
Grab the new cassette edition of House of Harm’s 2023 album Playground and cop a new shirt as the trio has a variety of deadstock/tour shirts available for 24 hours only!
Hush Club
Officially join the club with your new Hush Club hat, “Fenway Lights” tee and more all available on their bandcamp page. New members may eventually receive free pizza and/or ice cream. No promises though.
Impossible Dog
Pay homage to the great symbol of eternal renewal in adorable Impossible Dog fashion with your new “Weinerboros” tee, available now from their bandcamp page!
Invisible Rays
Power up your collection with this ultra-colorful cassette release of Sequin Dream, the debut album from Somerville based Invisible Rays, available on their bandcamp page.
Jake McKelvie
The Pudding universe expands with “Eat Around the Pudding” merch available from singer/songwriter Jake McKelvie. Complete the look with your “New Kind of Hat” hat in honor of his 2024 album release.
Joyer
Turn heads, or at least gently raise them at the next shoegaze gig with your new Joyer merch in celebration of their recent album Night Songs, all available on their bandcamp page.
Little Low
Switch up your closet rotation with a new tee from Boston’s own Little Low. Whether you’re joining the hunt for Mr. Tastee, or just a big fan of David Duchovny, their bandcamp page has it all.
Noble Dust
Hop into your new “Dust Bunny” tee from folk pop outfit Noble Dust while you celebrate the return of CDs with one of their releases. Available on their bandcamp page while supplies last!
Palehound
Stop by the iconic Palehound’s bandcamp page for your digital copy of their performance Live at First Congregational Church, recorded from an opening set for Adrienne Lenker. “A beautiful time capsule”, this and other Palehound releases are available on their bandcamp page.
Pink Slip
Celebrate Market Basket supremacy with your Pink Slip tee inspired by the famous New England grocery chain. Round out your cart with their playful “Caution Pink Slip” tee, both available on bandcamp.
Slow Quit
Do you have what it takes to be the alpha in your Slow Quit “Alpha Dog” tee? Grab yours today before head-banging til your dizzy to knuckle-dragger gaze foursome Slow Quit’s self titled EP.
Supermarket Parking Lot
Peruse the merch aisle on NYC born & Boston raised prog-rock project Supermarket Parking Lot’s bandcamp page. Pre-order their “Shopping Cart” tee and grab some stickers before checking out.
Sweet Petunia
Find a field. Lie in it. Listen to Sweet Petunia. But don’t forget to pack bug spray in your new tote bag. Or grab a new shirt, with proceeds going toward a family currently trying to flee the genocide in Gaza.
TIFFY
*ring ring* It’s your combination tote bag/cassette collection calling. We are urging you to add one of TIFFY’s releases to our stock before it’s too late! Grab yours today!
Vivid Bloom
Get in the mood with a new shirt from hypnotic shoegazers Vivid Bloom. Starting at $20, they pair comfortably with a physical copy of their 2023 EP Out of Focus, all available on their bandcamp page.
Viruette
Go for a drive set to the sounds of transatlantic indie pop outfit Viruette in your new tee in support of their recent album Your Lacuna. That and more available on their bandcamp page.
Zip-tie Handcuffs
Put on those headphones and make sure no one is within arm-swinging distance as you jam out to Boston punk purveyors Zip-Tie Handcuffs in your new shirt. Find a variety of options including vinyl, koozies and more on their bandcamp page.