Pitchfork Effect

The news about Pitchfork, the influential music site, merging with men's magazine GQ, took aback the readership and music industry professionals. Yet, unfortunately, this is not the only example when corporate power attempts to suppress an independently-minded business. We saw a similar scenario with Bandcamp taken over by Songtradr. Still, independence persists, at least beyond the world of music journalism. Some venerable labels thrive despite the world's often frustrating tendencies.?

Cherry Red Records: Independence at 45

In 2023, Cherry Red Records celebrated their 45th anniversary. Read our interview with the label's founder and chairman Iain McNay telling about the mission of Cherry Red and nature of independence in the music business these days. “It’s a lot to do with your spirit, the way you think, the way you act”.

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