Fair-Trade Platform for Independent Artists

Leerecs was created by independent musicians, producers, and designers who’ve lived the struggle firsthand — people tired of streaming platforms, corporate takeovers, and empty promises. We’re a grassroots American community built by working artists who believe music should stay in the hands of those who make it. Leerecs isn’t owned by investors or labels — it’s powered by musicians, for musicians, under an oath to never sell out and to bring back music ownership.

When a fan places an order, we produce exactly what they purchased — vinyl, cassette, CD, or merch — and ship it with tracking. Everything is made on demand, so there are no minimums, no upfront costs, and no unsold inventory. This model reduces waste, supports sustainability, and ensures artists only make what’s truly wanted.

Artist splits are calculated per sale with full transparency. You’ll see clear, itemized statements and payout schedules right in your dashboard. As the fair-trade platform, Leerecs guarantees you always know where every dollar goes — no middlemen, no hidden cuts.

Yes — you can sell DRM-free digital downloads that fans actually own and can play offline. Combine them with physical editions and merch for the best direct-to-fan experience. Leerecs empowers artists to sell directly to listeners, not algorithms.

Leerecs is curated around alternative rock and its variants — from indie, post-punk, and grunge to shoegaze and experimental. We support artists who value authenticity, musical craftsmanship, and community over commercial formulas.

Leerecs connects artists with a vetted network of top producers who share our independent values. Through our assisted production process, musicians can collaborate, refine, and deliver their projects with professional guidance — from demo to master — while keeping full creative control.

The Sunday Coffee Podcast is where we spotlight artists from the Leerecs community — real musicians with real stories, not corporate profiles. Any Leerecs artist can be featured if their work reflects our values of authenticity, craftsmanship, and independence. To be considered, simply submit your social media handle and email info through the Production 'Get Started' section. Our editorial team reviews each submission to curate upcoming episodes — giving voice to the artists shaping the true alternative scene.

Yes. Leerecs is an open ecosystem — not a walled garden. You can link your existing streaming or distributor profiles while using Leerecs for physical editions, merch, and fair-trade direct sales.

Unlike corporate-owned platforms, Leerecs is a grassroots community built by musicians, for musicians. We’re focused on ownership, sustainability, and transparency, not ad revenue or data collection. Our catalog is curated and intentionally focused on alternative rock and its variants, prioritizing artists who value authenticity and craft. Every artist keeps full control, every sale is direct, and every payout is fair.

It means musicians earn what they deserve and fans truly own what they buy. Every release, product, and partnership follows our artist-first ethical framework — no exploitation, no manipulation, no “industry math.”

Yes — artists can offer limited-edition runs, colored vinyl, signed copies, or superfan bundles that include exclusive merch or behind-the-scenes content. Each order is produced sustainably and transparently through our on-demand model.

Leerecs is neither — it’s a community platform that manages the entire music lifecycle: demo, production, design, manufacturing, and distribution. We’re building a sustainable, independent ecosystem for musicians to create and live off their craft without selling out.

No. We’ve taken an oath to stay independent — to never hand over control or compromise our mission. Leerecs will always belong to the artists and community that built it. This is not a startup — it’s a movement.