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Editor's Note: In its 30th year, Rolling Stone has a staff of 40-plus editors and contributing writers who produce the bi-weekly pop culture magazine. Some of the editors we contacted were rather cavalier, though for the most part, it shouldn't be too difficult to pitch an idea as long as you're well-read on its somewhat flippant and liberal content.
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Non-Music Features Two editors work together to cover any of the non-music features of Rolling Stone, such as popular culture, drugs, crime, politics, general reporting and national affairs. This would include, say, a cover-story on Dennis Rodman. |
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Senior Editor: Will Dana Phone: 212/484-1616 - Fax: 212/767-8208 Email: wdana@aolcom. Articles Editor: Robert Love |
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Days to Contact/ Days to Avoid |
There are never any right or wrong days or times to contact these editors; it's luck of the draw. |
| Methods | Faxes are the method of choice for these editors and Dana accepts emails as well. Phone calls are not too appreciated. |
| Comments | Their biggest pet peeve is receiving calls and pitches when finishing up a large project, such as a double-issue. Advice: Get their editorial schedule before contacting them. |
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Music Features This includes music reviews, music trivia and gossip, music-related news (whether it concerns artists or the record companies they work for) and of course, interviews with leading figures of current music culture. |
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Managing Editor: Sid Holt Phone: 212/484-1616 Fax: 212/767-8203 |
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Days to Contact/ Days to Avoid |
Holt oversees all of the editors at Rolling Stone, and again, there are never any perfect times to reach these editors since they say they are constantly busy. |
| Methods | Faxing is the overall choice for the entire editorial staff of RS. Fax anytime, day or night; if it comes in overnight, they look at it first thing the next morning. |
| Comments | Unless you have a story or feature idea relating to musical or non-musical occurences in popular culture or current political events, there is no point in contacting them. And remember, this magazine is known for its liberal viewpoints. |