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The Best Music Merch Gifts of 2022

From Rina Sawayama hot sauce to Alvvays mousepads to Björk Christmas ornaments, here are unique gift ideas for every type of music fan.

2022 may have marked the return of touring for most of the music industry, but many artists—even well-established ones—were still forced to cancel performances in the face of a volatile, economically uncertain future. But as they always do, artists found creative ways to financially support themselves, selling offbeat merch items like sneakers, hair clips, hot sauce, and mousepads. Check out our virtual merch table, featuring goodies from some of our favorite artists.

Check out all of Pitchfork’s 2022 wrap-up coverage here.


Rina Sawayama hot sauce ($20)


Alvvays mousepad ($15)


Björk Christmas ornament ($30)


Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith sneakers ($120)


Angel Olsen hair clips ($25)


Mitski poster ($40)


Cate Le Bon pin ($7)


Jazmine Sullivan water bottle ($30)


Charli XCX douche ($24)


Kehlani bucket hat ($35)


The 1975 tote bag ($25)


Betty Who candle ($30)


Rosalía sticker pack ($30)


Studio Barnhus socks ($18)


Momma keychain ($6)