FAQ
What is Bravely?
Bravely is an app built around the needs of independent artists. It is installed at iPad kiosks inside the venue and can also be downloaded to fans’ smartphones. Bravely allows fans to support artists in a variety of ways during live performances. The idea is to capture that moment of intimacy and personal connection.
Fans can purchase individual songs, albums, or just give you a tip. Making an album? Bravely has a fundraising feature that allows fans to make tiered contributions. You can raise money for your album while you perform, and even have special fundraising shows.
Bravely also includes links to social media that allow fans to “like” the performing artist and show that they supported you on their own Facebook page. Bravely even allows fans to rate your show.
Rate shows? What if I have an off night or a bad crowd?
Show ratings are confidential, and will only be used with your permission. The idea is to give you a tool with which to promote yourself. We will also use ratings to promote our best artists, again, only with your permission.
Anything else?
That’s it for now. Eventually we hope to provide for the sale of merchandise, live audio and video of your show, and whatever else we can think of. Of course, you can sell merchandise now by using the Tip option to accept credit card payments.
Where can I use Bravely?
You can use Bravely anywhere, and we hope you’ll use it as a portable “merch” table wherever you play. However, participation in Bravely is available exclusively for artists performing at Rockwood Music Hall.
How does Bravely make money?
For iPhone users, Bravely is part of the iTunes affiliate program, and gets paid out of Apple's share (7%). For purchases from the Kiosks. Bravely takes 30%. On the kiosks, songs cost $2.00 and albums cost $15.00. Bravely keeps 10% of contributions to a fundraising project. With respect to tips, we take nothing.
When and how do I get my money?
Within 48 hours of your show, we will Paypal your earnings, along with a statement itemizing your sales.
How do my fans get their content?
Purchasers on iPhones will receive their content like any other iTunes purchase. Otherwise they will get an automatic email with their MP3s.
How do I use Bravely?
Please go to the "How to Join" page or email us at admin@bravelyapp.com. Your profile will appear on Bravely’s home page the night of your performance at Rockwood Music Hall, and can be searched on other nights. You can encourage fans to download the app, or hang out by one of our kiosks after the show.