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Pitchfork Media

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Pitchfork Media is an American internet publisher known for its focus on music news and reviews, particularly within independent and alternative genres. It originated in Minneapolis in 1996 and later relocated to Chicago. Pitchfork is also the curator of the annual Pitchfork Music Festival, held in Chicago's Union Park. This festival showcases independent artists across alternative rock, electro-pop, and hip-hop. The company has also organized international events, such as a festival in Paris. Pitchfork has been recognized for its in-depth series work, including investigations into issues like sexual assault within the music industry.12

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