At RGM, we believe music journalism should be honest, constructive, entertaining and fair.
Our mission is simple: help music fans discover great new artists while providing meaningful feedback that helps musicians grow.
We cover artists from every stage of their journey, from first-time independent releases to established international acts. Every artist deserves to be treated with respect, regardless of audience size, streaming figures or industry profile.
Our Editorial Values
Honesty Above Everything
We do not publish reviews purely to please artists, labels, managers or publicists.
If we believe a release has strengths, we will celebrate them.
If we believe a release has weaknesses, we will explain them clearly and fairly.
Constructive criticism is a fundamental part of music journalism and is delivered with the intention of supporting artistic development.
Supporting Emerging Artists
RGM was built on discovering new music.
While we cover established artists, our primary focus remains helping emerging, independent and unsigned musicians reach new audiences.
We actively seek out artists who may not receive coverage from mainstream media.
Respect for Artists
Behind every song, EP, album or performance is an individual who has invested significant time, energy and emotion into their work.
Our writers are encouraged to critique the music, not attack the person.
Personal insults, discriminatory language and unnecessary negativity have no place within RGM.
Independence
Editorial decisions remain independent of commercial relationships.
Coverage opportunities, advertising partnerships, sponsorship agreements or paid promotions do not guarantee positive editorial coverage.
Our reviews reflect the genuine opinions of the individual writer.