Support Filipino music and relief for Northern Cebu earthquake – let’s go

There are two things we should be doing more of: cramming independent music into our minds and embracing grassroots aid. Last week, Northern Cebu in the Philippines was hit by a devastating earthquake. Local outlet Pawn Records has some beautiful music to support and not nearly enough people supporting it. Let’s change that, CDM readers. I’m curious to see how many people we can get onboard.

John Object is again sharing music so his Ukrainian unit can get a van

Your donations in March, both internationally and in Ukraine, helped purchase a Honda SUV for John Object’s former unit in the Ukrainian Armed Forces. We have a glimpse of that vehicle and a chance to hear more of Timur’s fantastic music — this time, to help buy a VW Transporter. They really need this, this is the reality for Ukrainian music, and your help makes a difference.

Peter Kirn - July 22, 2025

Soundtoys gives 100% of sales to Lambda Legal for Pride today and tomorrow

Soundtoys is supporting LGBTQIA+ communities by giving 100% of every purchase today and tomorrow, June 25th and 26th, to Lambda Legal. Here’s more on that organization, and in case you are going on a shopping spree for yourself for charity, a look back at the latest tips and resources on Soundtoys stuff on CDM.

Peter Kirn - June 25, 2025

Get new live John Object music from Kyiv and support Ukraine now

Peter Kirn - March 5, 2025

Moog just posted an all-star art and tech panel; all that and an Oberheim

Peter Kirn - February 28, 2025

Lebanon’s cultural scene is responding with emergency crisis centers

Peter Kirn - September 27, 2024

Tim Exile, artist and Endlesss founder, needs support in cancer crisis

Peter Kirn - June 10, 2024

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