Top media and journalists for music in the United Kingdom

Use Groover to send your tracks directly to UK music journalists and bloggers. Browse media pros by genre, check their profile to see what they cover, then submit your music. You'll get guaranteed feedback within 7 days or your credits back.

UK journalists want quality production, originality, and a clear artist story. They look for artists who fit their editorial focus, whether that's indie rock, electronic, hip-hop, or alternative genres. A strong press kit and professional approach matter too.

The UK has world-leading music media covering every genre from grime and UK garage to indie rock and electronic music. British journalists often break artists globally. Cities like London, Manchester, and Bristol have thriving scenes with dedicated press coverage for underground and mainstream acts alike.

Research each journalist before you submit. Reference their recent articles in your pitch. Make sure your music fits their coverage area. UK media pros appreciate professionalism, a compelling story, and tracks that are genuinely ready for release.

On Groover, every journalist responds within 7 days. Opportunities include reviews, premieres, interviews, playlist features, and social media shares. Not every submission leads to coverage, but you'll always get honest feedback to help you improve and understand what UK media pros are looking for.

Groover helps artists and their representatives (label managers, PR agents, publishers etc.) get their music heard.


Through an innovative web platform, Groover connects artists who want to promote their music with the best curators, radios and labels seeking emerging talents. On Groover, artists can send their music directly to a selection of blogs, radios, playlist curators, record labels and pros of their choice, get feedback guaranteed, and coverage!

Thanks to Groover, more than 3,000 active music curators and pros have given more than 4 million pieces of feedback, 1 million+ shares (reviews, playlist adds etc.) and 1,000+ signatures on record labels.

Yes, Groover is a paid platform that uses credits called Grooviz:

• 1 Grooviz = €1 (tax included, ~ $1.07 USD)

• Contacting a curator/pro costs 2 Grooviz

• Top-tier curators may cost more (4–6 Grooviz)
  

You can save up to 24% with discounted credit packs.

100%. Groover was built for indie and self-managed artists who want to promote their music without needing a label or traditional PR.

Curators provide actionable written feedback on your track, helping you understand your music’s strengths, get exposure, and grow your network.

Yes, but signing up is free and takes only a few minutes. You can browse curators and plan your campaign before sending your first track.