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Funny band merch that are selling like hotcakes

Imagine having weed grinders and a stethoscope for custom band merch! Crazy, amirite? Well, there’s more where they came from. And even though they sound odd to you, they sure are selling like hotcakes out here. Without further ado, let us present 10 of these funny custom band merch items that are selling so well. […]

Beyonce’s “blind bag” merch—you don’t know what’s inside it!

Beyonce is selling merch without us knowing what’s actually inside it. This fact gave it the nickname “invisible merch”, but they’re more like a “blind bag” than invisible, really. But I bet you weren’t even surprised at all. Who would be? That’s Beyoncé right there! Besides, it must be fun. ABOUT THE ALBUM: Waking up […]

Top 5 reasons fans love custom merch

Merch are customer magnets. Well, so long as your merch items are awesome, they will be attracting fans, casual listeners, and the general public. And because of this, it goes without saying that your mech is also attracting them to your band and your music. But why do fans love custom merch, really? Well we […]

22 custom band merch ideas for 2022

Want to know some custom band merch ideas for 2022? The second half of the year is just right around the corner. You guys still have 6 more months to release your merch line together with a music release, gig show, or a tour. If you’re having second thoughts on releasing them, then I urge […]

7 modern poster ideas for bands

Posters are great as a standalone merch item, a packaging for your CD, or as an add-on to your album. When they’re done right, they’re a good promo item and fans would want to collect them, too. To help you decide on the concept and design of your poster, here are seven contemporary poster ideas […]

5 merch mistakes first-timers make and how to avoid them

Music is NOT the only important element in the success of any musician. The path to a successful music career is a long and winding road that will wear you and your wallet down. Thankfully, with band merch releases, a lot of musicians get by (and even earn big bucks from it so long as […]

7 freebies you can add to your album release

Physical albums can seem expensive for fans to spend on, most especially when they can just listen to them on Spotify. But if you add some freebies to your vinyl, cassette, or CD, they’d think they’re getting more bang for their buck. Entice your fans to buy your physical album by giving them something really […]

Top 10 best starter merchandise for indie bands

Merchandise is a must for musicians—always been. Releasing albums, EPs, and singles, may that be digitally or physically, isn’t likely enough to supplement the musicians personal and professional needs. We could always have more. Thanks to band merch, musicians and artists can still fund their musical journey. That’s not all, though. It also helps in […]

5 Tips on how to start your own merch line

Merch has been and always will be an important factor for many people’s money-making plans. It’s a boost in musicians, artists, YouTubers, streamers, and other online creators’ profit because aside from the content they make and profit from, they have these merch items that give faster returns. Having your very own merch line may be […]

Top 10 reasons why you’re not making money as an independent creator

Everyone’s an independent content creator these days. But of course, not everyone succeeds, and definitely not everyone is earning money from their content…not even if they’re really talented. If you’re nodding your head in agreement, well then, maybe you’re doing things wrong. Let us help you identify them and give you a tip on a remedy […]