Top media & journalists in Amsterdam

Amsterdam's music press has championed everything from Dutch hip-hop to electronic innovation, with outlets covering the city's vibrant festival circuit and club scene. On Groover, media professionals from across the Netherlands commit to listening and replying to your track.

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Amsterdam: Media & journalists looking for artists

From electronic music to indie rock and Dutch rap, these journalists and media outlets are rooted in Amsterdam's scene and actively scouting on Groover.

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How to get coverage from Amsterdam media & journalists

Understand Amsterdam's media landscape

Amsterdam's music press ranges from national outlets covering the city's ADE festival to local blogs spotlighting the Melkweg and Paradiso lineups. Independent platforms like 3voor12 and KINK have long championed emerging Dutch talent, while newer digital outlets focus on the city's thriving electronic and urban scenes. Research which journalists cover your genre and what stories they've recently published to find the right fit.

What Amsterdam journalists look for

Media professionals want a compelling story alongside your music: your artistic vision, upcoming releases, and why your project matters now. You don't need a huge following, but you do need professional press materials, high-quality photos, and a clear narrative. Amsterdam journalists appreciate artists who understand the local scene and can articulate their place within it.

Get heard by Amsterdam media

Cold pitches to journalists rarely get opened. On Groover, media professionals commit to listening to your track and replying within 7 days. If they don't respond, you get your credits back.


Why Amsterdam media matter for your music career

Amsterdam sits at the heart of the Dutch music industry, hosting Amsterdam Dance Event annually and maintaining a thriving year-round scene across venues like De School and Shelter. The city's journalists cover everything from techno and house to indie, hip-hop, and experimental sounds, often bridging local coverage with national and international reach. Outlets like OOR and Written in Music have helped break artists who went on to tour Europe and beyond.

Getting featured by Amsterdam media opens doors beyond press coverage. Journalists are connected to local bookers, festival programmers, and radio stations across the Netherlands. A feature in the right outlet can lead to festival slots at Dekmantel or DGTL, radio play on stations like FunX or Radio 6, and connections with venues throughout the city. Amsterdam's compact music community means one piece of coverage often leads to multiple opportunities.

Groover gives you direct access to Amsterdam journalists who guarantee they'll listen and reply to your submission. You get real feedback even if they don't cover your release, helping you refine your pitch and understand what resonates. If a journalist doesn't respond within 7 days, you get your credits back, so you never waste time waiting.

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How do I contact media & journalists in Amsterdam?

Start with a polished track, professional press materials, and a clear story about your music and career. Research which journalists cover your genre and what angles they typically explore. On Groover, you get direct access to Amsterdam media professionals who guarantee they'll listen to your submission and reply with feedback. This removes the guesswork from cold pitching and ensures your music actually gets heard.