Musicians Bon Iver, Gracie Abrams, and Aaron Dessner of The National have released a new song, “Sold Out,” with proceeds benefiting Everytown, an organization working to end gun violence in America. The song is available for purchase on Bandcamp and is not currently available on streaming platforms.
Collaboration and Context
This release marks the first formal collaboration between Bon Iver’s Justin Vernon and Gracie Abrams. While Vernon and Dessner have collaborated previously, and Abrams and Dessner are ongoing songwriting partners, this is a new musical combination. Abrams has also previously covered Bon Iver’s song “Beach Baby.”
The artists stated they were prompted to release the song again after learning of the shooting at Brown University on December 16, 2025. They described the song as “sad” but emphasized the importance of acknowledging the pain in the world.
Supporting Everytown
The artists explicitly stated their intention to raise awareness for Everytown’s mission to reduce gun violence through the release of “Sold Out.” They encourage those interested to visit the Everytown website for more information about their work.
It is possible that the release of “Sold Out” could inspire further artist-led fundraising initiatives for gun violence prevention. The song’s visibility may also lead to increased public awareness of Everytown’s work. Further, the artists could choose to perform the song live at future events, potentially expanding fundraising opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was “Sold Out” created?
“Sold Out” was created last year in the wake of a school shooting.
Where can I purchase “Sold Out”?
The song is available for purchase on Bandcamp.
Which organization will benefit from the song’s sales?
Proceeds from “Sold Out” will benefit Everytown, an organization dedicated to ending gun violence in America.
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