Sources come before speed
Official artist, label, venue, promoter, festival and broadcaster sources come first. Reputable music publications can add context, but they do not replace the primary announcement when one exists.
Rumour is not confirmation
We do not turn deleted posts, anonymous claims or fan speculation into fact. When information is incomplete, the article says what is known, what remains unconfirmed and where that information came from.
Scenes stay distinct
Genre labels are editorial classifications, not engagement tags. Mixed festivals are matched at artist level so a metalcore filter only returns a festival when a confirmed metalcore artist is present.
The byline carries responsibility
Tools may help with discovery, transcription, formatting and site maintenance. They are not sources and they do not make editorial decisions. The named editor checks the reporting, chooses the angle and remains responsible for every published sentence.
Specific beats impressive
We prefer the exact song, date, venue, quote or lineup detail over claims that something is groundbreaking, pivotal or part of a wider trend. Legends analysis is clearly written as analysis and supported by what can be heard, seen or verified.
Paid work stays visible
Sponsored posts, supplied footage and paid partnerships are labelled. Payment does not guarantee a positive review or inclusion in unrelated editorial coverage.