<human>: I've always wondered how much the band gets to keep if you buy directly from them, like one of the band members or merch guy literally handed you the CD or record for cash.

For example I am going to see Dr. Dog next week and will probably buy the album at the show. But I also would like to hear it on CD before hand.

I know it probably depends on their label, how independent they are, or how big they are. But are they seeing more money than if I go to FYE say and buy the CD? Does the record label cover the cost for selling it through a store? Does the band still pay out the same to their label per CD no matter if it is sold at a store or at a show?

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<bot>: I tend to buy music directly from artists at concerts and am wondering if they make out with more money through this type of transaction.