Spotify has announced a new partnership with BandPage which promises to ‘give musicians powerful new ways to sell directly to their fans’.

The tie-up means artists can not only sell traditional items such as merchandise on their Spotify channel, but also flog secret shows and other exclusive 'VIP experiences'.

Examples that are already on offer include a presale and exclusive online concert offer from Ariana Grande and a 'one-of-a-kind' beer cooler and t-shirt bundle from Miranda Lambert.

Porter Robinson is offering ...