How to help musicians during the big shutdown?

Consequence of Sound shared tips on how to help musicians in the time of the big lockdown:

Social media - the most direct way for musicians to let fans know how they can help during these thin times

Live streaming - can be a revenue source for independent and smaller acts thanks to Venmo and PayPal, or simply by pointing viewers towards online merch and music shops

Merch - if you’re fortunate enough to still have some disposable income, put that money towards a T-shirt, a poster, pins, badges, a shot glass

Music - buying it is the best way, Bandcamp is much more generous towards artists than Spotify

Crowdfunding - can be a vital way for fans to promptly support artists in their time of need