Who do music journalists work with?

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Music journalists work for musicians, record labels, event organizers, fans, and press junkets. Music journalists research artists and bands, watch or listen to them perform, and then write a review or story. Some music journalists also write columns for newspaper or magazine publications, or provide commentary for broadcasts.

People that music journalists work with include:

Musicians. Music journalists spend a good deal of time interviewing musicians to gain insight into the creative process behind their latest release. In turn, they use this information to create engaging articles, profiles, reviews, and music features.
Record labels. By working with record labels, music journalists can stay informed about upcoming releases, concerts, and industry news. These relationships are important because it allows a music journalist to gain access to press releases, listen to advance music releases, and other media opportunities.
Event organizers. Music journalists tend to cover live music events like concerts and festivals, which means working with concert and festival organizers to obtain press passes, access backstage areas, and conduct interviews with performers.
Fans. As a music journalist it's important to be close to the heart of the music, and that happens through the fans. Music journalists interview fans to understand how the music is being received by the public.
Press junkets.Music journalists attend press junkets organized by labels to network with industry professionals, discover emerging artists, and gain access to exclusive interviews and performances.