6 Strange and Wonderful Crowdfunding Rewards

Making an album is expensive. Like, tens of thousands of dollars expensive. So, it’s understandable that musicians reach out to their fan base for some help financially through fundraising campaigns like Kickstarter and PledgeMusic. Of course, in return, fans can receive some pretty nifty gifts in return for a donation. (Although, isn’t music already the greatest gift you can get?) We’re not talking about the simple signed record or handwritten lyrics. We’re talking experiences you can’t get anywhere else. Check out these six rewards from artists raising funds for their craft.
1. Brick + Mortar
Maybe you’ve gone on four dates or 40, but now you’re in a sticky situation. You want out. Rock duo Brick Mortar has you covered. Guitarist and bassist Brandon Asraf will break up with your significant other for you for a mere $100. We can only hope that he has some sort of expertise in this area and that your soon-to-be-ex doesn’t have a strong sentimental connection to New Jersey punk. That way, Brick Mortar’s first full-length album released through its PledgeMusic campaign won’t be tainted by this tragic memory.
2. Matt McAndrew
Who says you can’t buy love? Well, the Beatles did, but Matt McAndrew is offering a dear gift for $100—a heart-shaped necklace with his photo nestled inside. Now, he’ll always be close to your heart, and you basically have his eternal love. This pop-rock star from season seven of The Voice is funding his EP through a PledgeMusic campaign, one locket at a time.
3. So So Glos
This may be one of the more expensive haircuts you’ll get in your lifetime, but it’s from So So Glos’ drummer Zach Staggers, so it could be worth it. For $100, you can get whatever cut you want. The description on the punk band’s PledgeMusic page does not specify Stagger’s qualifications so donate at your hair’s own risk. The band already released its fifth album KAMIKAZE on May 20, but the Brooklyn four-piece’s campaign is still live.