UNMIXED MAGAZINE — FAQ

Last updated: December 2025

Welcome to the Unmixed FAQ — everything you need to know about who we are, what we publish, how we work, and how to engage with our platform.

ABOUT UNMIXED

What is Unmixed?

Unmixed is an independent editorial platform where electronic music meets real discourse.
We publish commentary, essays, interviews, investigative pieces, and on-the-ground cultural reporting centered on underground electronic music and its political, social, and artistic contexts.

Who runs Unmixed?

Unmixed is led by a small editorial team and a network of contributors across NYC and abroad. We operate independently, without corporate ownership, and prioritize community-led storytelling.

What does “independent” mean for Unmixed?

It means:

  • No corporate sponsors controlling narratives

  • No pay-for-coverage

  • No PR-filtered editorial guidelines

  • No allegiance to promoters, venues, or brands

We write for culture, not commerce.

CONTENT & EDITORIAL

What kind of stories does Unmixed publish?

We publish:

  • Culture essays & analysis

  • Artist interviews

  • Scene reporting

  • Opinion pieces

  • Political/cultural commentary

  • Reviews (selectively)

  • Researches

  • Surveys

  • Industry critiques

  • Archival stories and underground history

If it shapes the culture of electronic music, we care about it.

Do you accept pitches?

Yes. We welcome thoughtful, original pitches that align with our mission.

Send pitches to:
editor@unmixed.org

Include:

  • A short summary (2–3 sentences)

  • Why the story matters now

  • Any relevant writing samples

We read every pitch, though response times may vary.

Do you pay contributors?

Yes. Our rates vary based on the type and length of work.
All payment details are outlined in contributor agreements before commissioning.

USING UNMIXED CONTENT

Can I repost Unmixed content on my own platform?

Not without written permission.

Please refer to our Terms of Service for full details.
All content is copyright-protected, and any reproduction — including screenshots, excerpts, translations, or adaptations — requires permission.

Can I quote Unmixed in academic or journalistic work?

You must contact us for permission in advance.

We respond quickly to press and academic inquiries.
Email: editor@unmixed.org

Can I share Unmixed articles?

Yes — sharing via direct URL links is encouraged.
Reposting text or media is not permitted without approval.

COMMUNITY & CULTURE

Is Unmixed affiliated with any venue, promoter, or brand?

No. We operate editorially independent of all nightlife, festival, or corporate entities.

Do you cover mainstream EDM?

Only when it intersects with cultural, economic, or political issues relevant to the broader ecosystem. Our focus remains underground, independent, and community-driven spaces.

Why do you talk about politics? Isn’t this a music magazine?

Electronic music has always been political.
Unmixed examines the culture honestly, including the power structures, economics, and social realities shaping it.

If you’re here only for hype or PR rewrites, this isn’t that kind of platform.

SUBMISSIONS & CONTACT

How do I submit music for review?

We accept submissions, but we do not guarantee coverage.

Send listening links (no attachments) to:
editor@unmixed.org

We prioritize:

  • Independent artists

  • Small labels

  • Projects with cultural depth

  • Innovative or boundary-pushing work

We do not publish paid reviews.

Can I invite Unmixed to cover my event?

Possibly.
We choose events based on editorial interest, access, safety concerns, and relevance.

Send event details to: nina@unmixed.org

How can I work with Unmixed?

We occasionally onboard new writers, photographers, and researchers.
If you’d like to join the roster, send:

  • A short intro

  • Portfolio / samples

  • Areas of interest

to: nina@unmixed.org

OPERATIONS

How is Unmixed funded?

We are independently funded, with support from:

  • Small-scale donations

  • Occasional grants

  • Limited merchandise sales

  • Our own pockets

  • Community initiatives

We do not run ads that compromise editorial integrity.

Do you offer internships?

Not at this time, but we may in the future.

Where does Unmixed operate from?

We are based in Brooklyn, NY, with contributors around the world.

LEGAL & PERMISSIONS

Where can I find your Terms of Service?

Here: https://www.unmixed.org/terms-of-service

Where can I find your Privacy Policy?

Here: https://www.unmixed.org/privacy-policy

LAST THING: WHY “UNMIXED”?

What does the name mean?

To be unmixed is to be:

  • Unfiltered

  • Unpolished

  • Unbought

  • Uncompromised

reflecting the raw, unprocessed truth of underground culture.