WEDNESDAY, 7TH MAY 2025

Musician Buddy is helping artists get paid to play — from anywhere

In a digital era where connection and convenience rule, a new app called Musician Buddy is quietly reshaping how artists share their sound—and get paid for it. Built specifically with musicians in mind, this live streaming platform is offering a much-needed alternative income stream for performers, while also giving fans a fresh way to experience live music from the comfort of their homes.

At its core, Musician Buddy allows artists—solo acts, bands, DJs, and beyond—to live stream paid performances directly to audiences via a simple, streamlined app. Think of it as your own personal concert venue, open whenever you are.

Musicians can build out custom profiles, showcasing their style, preferred genres, and instruments. From there, they set their availability and pricing, plug in a Stripe account for payment, and go live for booked shows. It’s as simple as that. The app supports Chromecast too, so fans can cast performances straight to their TVs for a more immersive experience.

For fans, or as the app calls them, 'Hirers,' the experience is just as seamless. Users can browse through musicians by genre or occasion, book a time and date, and watch their chosen artist perform live via the app. It’s a clever and direct way to support musicians without having to leave the house—or throw a party to hire a band.

What makes Musician Buddy especially interesting is how it rethinks the traditional gig format. No more relying solely on pub sets or festival slots to make ends meet. Instead, artists are given the freedom to perform on their own terms and earn directly from their fanbase. And for emerging musicians in particular, that’s huge. It’s not just about exposure anymore—it’s about sustainability.

There’s also a subscription model baked in, offering added perks and promotional tools to help boost visibility. It’s clear that this app isn’t just a novelty—it’s built with the long game in mind, offering artists a meaningful platform to grow, connect, and monetise their music in a more modern way.

When live gigs can be uncertain and traditional revenue models are shifting, Musician Buddy offers a timely and empowering solution. Whether you’re an artist looking for a new stage or a fan keen to discover and support music from all over the world, this app might just be the virtual venue we didn’t know we needed.

Available now on iOS.