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The Bardfather

@thebardfatherTracked since May 2026

Observed Aug 14, 2026 · staleModeled revenue

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Star Shanties, and other works by Arthur Rowan.

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Paid members

−5.6% · 30-day rate from 13 observed days

Total audience

102

incl. free followers

Estimated monthly gross

$160

$80–$240 modeled range

Starting price

$2/mo

5 membership tiers

Membership tiers

Pricing and benefits captured publicly

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$0/moFreePublic prices and benefits only

$2/moCopperMembers of this tier receive my profound gratitude, your name in the credits of all YouTube videos, and Early Access previews of all YouTube videos at least a week before they're uploaded.

$5/moSilverMembers of this tier receive all of the above, along with an MP3 of any music I develop in the future, as well as all music I've created since launching this Patreon. This includes digital albums. You'll also get a sticker emblazoned with the official 'Star Shanties' logo (received three months after subscribing).

$10/moGoldMembers of this tier receive all of the above, along with access to a Music Archive that contains nearly my entire body of work. (including albums from my groups 'Rowan & the Rose' and 'Two Bard Party.') Besides the sticker, you'll also receive a coffee mug with the logo for the trade ship 'The Wretched Hive.' Proudly display that you too are part of the crew of this '100% totally legitimate' merchant freighter. (received three months after subscribing)

$25/moPlatinumMembers of this tier receive all of the above, plus: I will provide you with narration / voiceover for any non-commercial use (up to five per year). I'll also record a 'Cameo' style video greeting/message for anyone you like (up to three per year). Over the course of a year's subscription, you'll receive your very own Star Shanties T-shirt & Sticker, the Wretched Hive mug, and the commemorative poster from the award-winning live 'Star Shanties' show from the Orlando Fringe Festival.

Growth signals — The Bardfather

−5.6%

40 paid members · 30-day rate from 13 observed days

Membership

444240

May 202616 weeks trackedNow

The Bardfather40 members · $160/mo

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The Bardfather's paid members rank in Recommended cohort
Rank	Creator and why included	Paid members	Gap vs The Bardfather	Freshness
#3	Andrew ApplepieMusicCategory, audience, pricing & cadence	49	9 more	Aug 15, 2026
#4	Betsy TinneyMusicCategory, audience, pricing & cadence	45	5 more	Aug 14, 2026
#5	Billy CobbMusicCategory, audience, pricing & cadence	40	Same value	Aug 14, 2026
#5	The BardfatherProfileMusicPaid members position in Recommended cohort	40	Reference	Aug 14, 2026Stale
#7	Benjamin SoudanMusicCategory, audience, pricing & cadence	38	2 fewer	Aug 15, 2026

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What they publish

Recent posts

66Profile posts1 postLast month100%Members-only

Previews available for 26 of 66 posts

Article Latest post$2 tier & upStar Shanty Original Cast Album MP3s

For all paid members, here's the direct link to the folder containing the album MP3s...

Feb 8, 2025 0 likes 0 comments

'Theoden's Ride'3 days agoArticle3 days ago at Aug 14 crawl$2 tier & up 7 2 First Cover - 'What Could Have Been'As creatively rewarding as writing original material is, it can often be a substantial drain both on time and on mental resources...ArticleJun 27, 2025$2 tier & up 2 1 Bardfather AlbumHappy May, all! I've been dormant here for a bit, but we should hopefully be seeing a steady uptick in activity shortly...ArticleMay 8, 2025$2 tier & up 0 0 8 3 Share Gift LockedNo public preview was captured for this post.Article7d ago$2 tier & up 0 3 10 2 Share Gift LockedNo public preview was captured for this post.Article7d ago$2 tier & up 0 2 7 1 Share Gift LockedNo public preview was captured for this post.Article7d ago$2 tier & up 0 1 Where Have You Been - Final VersionnHere's the final version of Molly's song from the Last Unicorn Concept album. ...ArticleJul 10, 2024$2 tier & up 3 4 Second Last Unicorn Song - DemoThis next song for my Last Unicorn concept album is for the character of Molly Grue. ...ArticleJun 28, 2024$2 tier & up 2 3 6 4 Share Gift LockedNo public preview was captured for this post.Article7d ago$2 tier & up 0 4 Canticle 501I just finished the fully fleshed out recording of 'Canticle 501,' the song in honor of the 501st division of the Clone Army. ...ArticleJun 2, 2024$2 tier & up 5 2 'Everything That Dies' - OrchestratedThe orchestrated version of the first song I've written for my Last Unicorn concept album...ArticleApr 9, 2024$2 tier & up 5 3

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