In response to President Trump's executive order temporarily banning entry from seven Muslim-majority nations, Bandcamp has launched a significant protest initiative, joined by over 400 labels and artists.

Bandcamp CEO Ethan Diamond announced that 100% of the company's proceeds from sales on Friday will be donated to the ACLU. The protest, marked by the hashtag "#NoBanNoWall," has garnered support from prominent indie labels including Kill Rock Stars, Tompkins Square, and Merge Records.

Notable participants have committed to various forms of support:

• Son Lux will donate proceeds from "At War with Walls and Mazes" to the ACLU for four years
• Xiu Xiu pledged all Bandcamp revenues to the ACLU for the same period
• Some labels are directing funds to other organizations, such as the Nigerian Muslim Association of New York

Diamond emphasized America's immigrant foundation, noting that 98% of U.S. citizens, including the President, descend from immigrants. He stated that the executive order "violates the very spirit and foundation of America."

The executive order, signed on January 27, implemented:

• Temporary ban on entry from seven Muslim-majority nations
• 120-day halt on all refugee admissions
• Indefinite ban on Syrian refugees

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