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About Darkroom Music

Darkroom Music is where sound meets vision, a place for those who know music is meant to be both heard and seen.

Founded by a small, close-knit team of photographers, writers and music enthusiasts with decades of collective experience in the music and media worlds. Our backgrounds in photography, writing and event production give us a multifaceted perspective on the music we cover and the culture surrounding it.

Our mission is simple: to provide authentic, insightful coverage of the music scene through both words and images.

We believe that great music journalism doesn’t just tell you what happened, it makes you feel like you were there, experiencing every beat, every laser beam, and every moment of community that makes live music so transformative.

Beyond festival coverage we also provide thoughtful analysis of new releases that goes beyond simple reviews, in-depth explorations of local scenes, and opinion pieces that examine the trends and innovations shaping today’s musical landscape.

From underground electronic events to mainstream music festivals across the country, indie rock to hip-hop, and jazz performances to country tours we cover the full spectrum of music. We strive to bring our readers beyond the headliners and into the heart of what makes music secial. Our team’s diverse expertise allows us to capture not just the sights and sounds, but the cultural significance and artistic expressions that define these gatherings.

Darkroom Music isn’t just about who’s on stage—it’s about the culture, the fans, the visual and performance art, and the complete sensory experience that defines today’s music events.

Join us as we continue to explore, document, and celebrate the ever-evolving landscape of music culture, one festival, one concert, and one photograph at a time.

Our Team

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Eric B.
Creative Director & Photojournalist

Eric does it all at Darkroom Music, from the photos that highlight the magic of music festivals, to articles exploring new releases and much more.  Eric loves all things house music, but keeps up with all genres of music. 

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Seama R.
Editorial Director & Writer
Seama is behind all of our event coverage and occasionally contributes her own writing to Darkroom Music. Her favorite genres span from folk and bluegrass to k-pop and j-pop and the Persian dance music of her youth. 
 
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Nik M.
Detroit Staff Writer & Photographer
Nik is an avid listener, collector, and curator of many styles of music; he is always looking for new sounds, sights, and vibes.
 
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Devin C.
West Coast Event Correspondent

Devin is the resident crate digger at Darkroom Music, he is always looking for new underground artists or shows. 

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Max M.
Event Correspondent & Photographer

Support Our Independent Music Coverage

Darkroom Music is a 100% independent music publication with no corporate backing or outside investors. Our team is dedicated to bringing you authentic coverage of the electronic music scene, from major festivals to underground events across the Midwest and beyond.

Unlike mainstream outlets, we don’t answer to advertisers or shareholders. This freedom allows us to cover the music and artists we’re passionate about without compromise, but it also means we rely on reader support to keep going.

If you value our festival coverage, artist interviews and music scene reporting, please consider making a donation. Your contribution directly supports our work and helps us maintain our editorial independence.

Thank you for being part of our community. ❤️

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