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Scott Lapatine
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Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Stereogum
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women's issues, middle east politics egypt, bahrain new media and activism, syria israeli-palestinian conflict,Covers: civil resistance libya, youth organizing
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Stereogum
Stereogum is an influential online music publication founded in 2002, known for being one of the first MP3 blogs. Based in New York, it focuses on independent and alternative music news, downloads, and videos. The publication was acquired by Billboard-The Hollywood Reporter Media Group in 2016 but returned to its founder, Scott Lapatine, in 2020, ensuring its independent status. The company employs a team of 11 to 50 people and serves a global audience of music enthusiasts, industry professionals, and artists such as Kanye West and Ben Gibbard. Stereogum is dedicated to music journalism, offering artist interviews, album reviews, and exclusive content. It has played a significant role in promoting emerging artists like Vampire Weekend, Arcade Fire, and Fleet Foxes. Additionally, Stereogum has successfully engaged in crowdfunding campaigns to support merchandise and fan-focused projects, showcasing its commitment to the music community.
New York, New York, United States
+1 212-493-4100
Founded: 2002