Getting music featured in a popular indie blog is one of the best ways for independent artists to gain credibility in the music industry at the outset of their careers. The best music blogs to submit to are usually dependent on the genre of the music, but there are a few indie influencers that have done more than pull their weight when it comes to championing all kinds of indie music. Below, is a curated list of some of the biggest champions of indie that are always looking for new content. 

• A Way with Words pours passion into every review they publish. They may be new on the scene, but they have already boosted the signal on the releases by many indie and rock artists. Unlike many publications, A Way with Words doesn’t dismiss unestablished artists. 
• Mundane Magazine is anything but what it says on the tin. The vibrant and lively publication doesn’t solely focus on music; instead, it covers everything from sex to fashion to culture to pull more viewers onto their platform, boosting the chance that their audience will catch wind of your release. 
• The A&R Guru is one of the most coveted artist & repertoire sites for independent artists; they’re committed to “finding all things music” and putting artists in the best spotlights possible by getting to know artists before features go-to digital print. 
• Rock at Night is a must-submit blog for alt-rock pioneers, classic rock revivalists, and every artist between nostalgia and rock reinvention. Alongside their online blog, Rock at Night also has a print magazine and a podcast. Better yet, they have an incredibly loyal audience; their average blog posts get around 7,000 weekly hits. 
• VENTS is never short on content, which means that they are constantly accepting submissions from new artists. Instead of releasing standalone blogs, they create syndicated campaigns that include features, interviews, and press releases. 

Many artists start with the dream of making it in their favorite publication before reality sinks in that featured in the NME, Rolling Stone, or Pitchfork is practically on the same level as their first tour being an arena one. Navigating the industry is a humbling experience for many artists; one that teaches them the value of starting small and creating connections with communities via indie blogs, such as the ones aforementioned.

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