Why This Matters
For nearly two decades, I’ve written about music on Headphone Commute, sharing the work of artists who create truly meaningful music. But over time, I’ve watched the landscape shift—artists struggling to be heard, listeners overwhelmed by too much content. Streaming platforms pay fractions of pennies. Algorithms decide what we hear. And I’m not even going to talk about AI. The connection between artists and listeners has become weaker, buried under a flood of trends, ads, and data-driven playlists. We’re drowning in an ocean of sound while paradoxically finding it harder to discover truly meaningful music. That’s why I’m building something personal. Something human. Something honest, once again…
What is Headphone Community?
Each month, I personally select and invite one exceptional artist to feature in and join our community. These aren’t random picks or paid promotions—they are artists whose work deserves to be heard, musicians who are pushing boundaries and making something truly special. These are artists who are making honest, genuine, and meaningful music, continuing in the tradition of Headphone Commute’s sonic journey.
- Artists receive direct support. A one-time donation is made to each featured artist based on community contributions. To ensure meaningful support from day one, I’m personally funding $100 per artist until our community grows enough to sustain this level organically.
- You get direct access to artists. Through our platform, featured artists will share unreleased tracks, behind-the-scenes insights, and personal reflections on their creative process—all delivered straight to your inbox. And there are more goodies to come!
- Artists get access to their fans. Beyond the donation, each featured musician is gifted a membership where they can interact back with you. It’s organic, authentic, and entirely on their terms.
