Unless you were Adele, 2021 was another tough one for musicians, whose traditional revenue streams were left dry for much of the year by venue and vinyl plant closures. But many artists found creative ways to support themselves with exciting new merch offerings, thinking way beyond just simple t-shirts to things like puzzles, rolling papers, face masks, coasters, Jibbutz, hot sauce, and perfume oil. As you finish up your holiday shopping, take a look at our virtual merch table, featuring items from some of our favorite acts.
The Best Music Merch Gifts of 2021
From Caroline Polachek thongs to Megan Thee Stallion nail tattoos to Squid socks to Kacey Musgraves condoms, here are unique gift ideas for every type of music fan.
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