Independent Music Magazine in Manchester and Sheffield
RGM is an independent online music magazine proudly based in both Manchester and Sheffield, covering the very best in emerging artists, independent music, live events, festivals, interviews and music news from across the UK and beyond.
Founded with a passion for discovering new talent, RGM has grown into a trusted platform for music fans looking to uncover their next favourite artist and musicians seeking honest, constructive and meaningful coverage.
Whether it’s an unsigned artist releasing their debut single, a rising band preparing for their first headline tour or an established act playing to thousands, our mission remains the same: champion great music and support the people creating it.
Music Reviews, Interviews and New Music Discovery
At RGM, we believe music journalism should be honest, fair and entertaining.
Our team covers:
- New single reviews
- EP reviews
- Album reviews
- Artist interviews
- Festival coverage
- Gig and live reviews
- Music industry news
- Emerging artists from around the world
Visit our Music Reviews section:
https://www.rgm.press/category/reviews/
Read our latest Interviews:
https://www.rgm.press/category/interviews/
Discover the latest Music News:
https://www.rgm.press/category/news/
Proudly Connected to Manchester
Manchester has shaped modern music more than almost any other city in the world.
From Oasis, The Smiths, Joy Division, New Order, Happy Mondays and The Stone Roses through to Courteeners, Blossoms and countless emerging acts, the city continues to influence generations of musicians.
As a Manchester-based publication, RGM regularly covers gigs, festivals and artists performing across the city.
We frequently feature coverage from venues including:
- The Deaf Institute
- The Leadmill
- Sidney and Matilda
- Electric Sheffield
- Yellow Arch
- Albert Hall Manchester
- O2 Ritz Manchester
- Manchester Academy
- Band on the Wall
- Gorilla
- New Century Hall
- YES Manchester
Manchester remains at the heart of everything we do.
Proudly Connected to Sheffield
RGM’s story also has deep roots in Sheffield.
As one of the UK’s most important music cities, Sheffield has produced some of the most influential artists and bands in British music history, including Arctic Monkeys, Pulp, Richard Hawley, Def Leppard, The Human League and Bring Me The Horizon.
Sheffield’s independent music scene continues to thrive through its venues, festivals, promoters and grassroots artists.
RGM regularly covers music across Sheffield and South Yorkshire, including local artists, major events and the venues that help keep live music alive.
We are proud to maintain strong links to both Sheffield and Manchester while serving a global audience of music lovers.
Festival Coverage Across the UK
Our team regularly covers some of the UK’s most exciting music festivals, including:
- Neighbourhood Weekender
- Y Not Festival
- Sound City
- Rock N Roll Circus
- Kendal Calling
- Tramlines
- Stockton Calling
Read our latest festival coverage:
https://www.rgm.press/category/festivals/
Supporting Emerging Artists
One of the core values of RGM is supporting artists at every stage of their journey.
Many of the musicians featured on our pages are independent, unsigned or self-releasing their music. We believe great music deserves an audience regardless of budget, label support or industry connections.
If you’re an artist, band, manager or publicist and would like us to consider your music for coverage, we’d love to hear from you.
Submit your music here:
https://www.rgm.press/we-want-to-hear-your-music/
About RGM
RGM exists to help music fans discover great new artists while giving musicians honest, constructive and independent feedback.
We work hard.
We do things differently.
We learn from our mistakes.
Most importantly, we have fun.
If you’re looking for a music magazine that champions emerging talent while remaining honest, authentic and passionate about great music, welcome to RGM.
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https://www.rgm.press
