Publications
Here is a list of some significant UK music publications – some are online music publications and others continue to produce print copies depsite the challenges faced by print media. With so many music publications out there, we've just picked a few that we hope you will find useful.
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AUDIENCE
Covers the international contemporary live music business.
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+44 (0)20 7486 7007
AUDIO MEDIA
For professional sound engineers & studios.
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BILLBOARD
News about the international record industry.
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CLASH
One of the UK's leading independent Music Magazines.
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+44 (0)1382 808808
CLASSICAL MUSIC / RHINEGOLD PUBLISHING
The authoritative voice of the classical music profession, offering a behind-the-scenes approach to a fast changing industry.
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+44 (0) 1722 716997
CLASSICAL-MUSIC (BBC)
The BBC’s best-selling classical music magazine.
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+44 (0)1795 414 749
CMU (COMPLETE MUSIC UPDATE)
CMU supports the music community by providing news, business intelligence, training and education. Available as a daily digest in email form for free. Additional reports and stories are available for premium subscribers.
DAZED AND CONFUSED
Dazed and Confused is a key international lifestyle title for the youth crowd.
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DJ MAG
Originally a print magazine launched over 25 years ago to reflect the UK electronic music scene, DJ Mag is now a huge multimedia brand spanning print, web, video and events.
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ECHOES
Essential black music monthly.
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ELECTRONIC MUSICIAN
The online edition of Electronic Musician Magazine. Find reviews of home recording equipment, drum loops, audio samples and more.
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I-D
i-D is a long established UK style and fashion magazine, embracing a range of contemporary culture, including music.
IQ MAGAZINE
IQ is a reliable go-to magazine for the live music sector and beyond including music industry news, emerging trends and some international context.
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JAZZWISE
Leading jazz monthly.
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+44 (0) 20 8664 7222
KERRANG!
World’s biggest selling rock music weekly.
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+44 (0)1858 438 806
LIGHTING AND SOUND INTERNATIONAL
Professional and trade journal for lighting and sound in the entertainment, presentation and communications industries including music venues, theatres, concert halls, conferences and exhibitions.
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MIXMAG
Gives information on clubs and dance music and delivers playlists, podcasts and guest mixes from current producers.
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MOJO
Long standing music title that's aimed at a slightly older market, its main focus is on rock, alternative and world music.
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+44 (0)1858 438 806
MONDO DR : TECHNOLOGY IN ENTERTAINMENT
Trade Magazine for sound & lighting professionals incl. nightclubs, stadia, theatre, special effects, entertainment venues
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+44 (0) 161 476 8340
MUSIC RADAR
Online resource for guitarists, bassists, drummers and producers alike covering new gear and latest music technology. Also acts as umbrella for several leading print magazines including Total Guitar, Future Music, Rhythm and Computer Music.
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MUSIC TECH MAGAZINE
Practical magazine for recording musicians, sound engineers and producers which offers tutorials and how-to features.
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MUSIC WEEK
Leading UK music industry publication, running for over 50 years, providing essential reading for anyone wanting to get to grips with the latest industry issues and the UK music business.
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NME (NEW MUSICAL EXPRESS)
Long established rock and pop weekly. Since 2018 the NME is available online only.
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PRS M-MAGAZINE
PRS M-Magazine is always an interesting read and they cover a diverse mix of new music and subjects, including conversations with many emerging UK artists. While the magazine is designed primarily for PRS Members, much of the content is free and online too.
RESIDENT ADVISOR
Resident Advisor provides a platform to discover electronic music, artists and events. Set up and run by dance music ethusiasts, it exists to support local electronic music scenes around the globe and they also offer a podcast.
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SONGLINES
The world music magazine.
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+44 (0)1753 865 342
SOUND ON SOUND
Covers music recording including articles on best practice, reviews of microphones, mixing consoles, samplers, music software and insight into how classic and current tracks were put together in the studio.
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+44 (0)1954 789888
SOUND, VISION, INSTALL
Uk trade magazine for professionals within the audio-visual and custom installation industries.
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THE LINE OF BEST FIT
Line Of Best Fit is the UK's biggest independent website devoted to the discovery of new music.
THE WIRE
Adventurous, modern music monthly.
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+44 (0)20 7422 5010
TIME OUT
The magazine contains information for its city of publication about events in film, theatre, fashion, literature, other artistic events, eating out and nights out.
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+44 (0)20 7813 3000
VINYL FACTORY
Vinyl Factory Magazine offers a comprehensive guide to contemporary record culture, featuring new releases and highlighting the best of independent labels and record stores worldwide.
