Buy Independent Music

Yes, my music is available on all major streaming platforms, and those services are wonderful for discovery and listening. But as an independent, jazz-leaning recording artist, the most meaningful way to support my work is by purchasing vinyl releases or digital downloads directly from my official website.

Streaming has its place, but direct support is what truly sustains independent artists and allows us to continue creating new work. I encourage you to spend some time with the music and, if it resonates with you, consider purchasing it directly. There’s a growing body of evidence showing how little artists ultimately receive from streaming alone.

As Tracy Chapman recently said: “I only buy music in physical form. Artists get paid when you actually buy the vinyl. That’s important to me. So to some extent, it limits what I listen to, because it’s a physical commitment of going out into the world and finding things.”

There’s something deeper and more personal about engaging with music in a tangible form — knowing that your support goes directly to the artist, rather than being filtered through massive corporations. Physical media and direct purchases create a more meaningful connection between listener and artist, and they help keep independent music alive.