What does this mean: "If you enjoy a track, please consider purchasing it"

I added a small banner at the top of my Bandcamp page that says, “If you enjoy a track, please consider purchasing it.” It’s simple, but I’ve learned over time that people often need a quiet reminder that independent musicians depend on those small acts of support. Most folks genuinely don’t realize how much work goes into each track, or how different the economics are for local artists compared with the big streaming platforms.

For me, every song starts here in Western Massachusetts, shaped by the people, stories, and landscapes of this place. The ensembles I record with put real skill and heart into every part, and I spend long hours writing, tracking, arranging, mixing, and building each release from the ground up. Purchasing a track on Bandcamp helps all of that continue. It allows me to keep telling these regional stories, keep writing new material, and keep working with the musicians who bring these songs to life.

The banner isn’t meant to pressure anyone. It’s just a gentle way of saying that if a song speaks to you, if you find yourself humming it later or sharing it with someone else, your purchase makes a very real difference. It keeps the whole creative process moving forward, one listener at a time.

Thank you for listening, and thank you for supporting the music that comes out of this little corner of Hampshire County.