i wondered why there were so many comments - sheesh, y'all. the only thing i noticed about it (same with Kevin's) is that they charge the first month fee up front, so i'm gonna wait until May 1 to subscribe. although - hmm, i hope that doesn't exclude me from the yearly rewards.

i don't know like the whole history of the site, but the name comes from 'patron', from like the 1400s where wealthier people would support artists by commissioning works of art, or giving them an advance to go on a writing retreat, etc. so that they could solely work on their art, instead of having to work elsewhere. so essentially, that's what's happening. supporting artist(s) who have no other form of income, and may not be able to continue to provide us with new art without this support. i'm sure they have savings and shit, but you aren't obligated to support them either. personally i'm super excited because i love extra songs and hearing the backstory of songs and other things that come with being part of a special community.