What’s broken
- Artists earn fractions of a penny per stream.
- Listeners have no visibility over how their subscription is spent.
- Algorithms reward volume, not connection.
How SubTotem is different
- Listener subscriptions are converted into real, transparent streams.
- Streams are allocated to the artists you actually listen to.
- Artists can earn meaningfully — not symbolically.
- Artists are paid 1p per stream — clearly and directly.
- Listeners play a track 100 times, the Artist earns £1.
- Listeners become supporters, not just consumers.
For artists
SubTotem gives artists the tools to connect directly with their audience — in one place.
- Live stream gigs
- Sell tickets directly to fans
- Sell merch without platform noise
- Share updates and news
- Chat directly with listeners
- Build a sustainable income beyond touring
Built for artists and listeners
SubTotem isn’t about endless content or background noise.
It’s about choosing who you support, discovering new music intentionally,
and rebuilding trust between artists and their audience.
Join the waitlist
SubTotem is currently in development.
Join the waitlist to be notified when the app launches.