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Core Magazines Media Kit
Who We Are
CoreMagazines.com explores the people, ideas, and movements at the core of culture. We cover music, style, identity, innovation, and the emerging creators shaping tomorrow’s cultural landscape.
Founded in 2014, Core Magazines is an independent digital publication that fills the culture news gap, offering opportunities for artists to engage with their communities and helping creators thrive.
Where We Are
We reach culturally diverse creative innovators across Canada, the U.S., and the U.K., with hubs in Toronto, New York, and Los Angeles. We connect with our community online, at cultural events, and in the spaces where creative innovation thrives.
What We Do
We tell stories that celebrate culture, innovation, and creativity — from artist features and interviews to festival coverage and cultural trend reporting. Our editorial spans music, film, art, travel, cultural projects, and personal stories that resonate across borders.
Key Offerings:
- Editorial Features & Indie Intro Packages
- Newsletter Spotlights & Social Media Bundles
- Event Coverage & Seasonal Partner Series
- Branded Storytelling & Content Strategy
Our Audience
Demographics
- Gender: 55% Male / 45% Female
- Age Range: 24–45
- Location: Primarily Canada, U.S., U.K
Audience Profile
Artists, musicians, designers, writers, students, and early-career professionals who shape trends, attend live events, and drive cultural conversations.
Interests
Independent culture, live events, innovation, urban lifestyle.
Behaviour
They come for the stories — and stay for the people.
Audience Impact
- Website: One top story reached 20K+ reads and 559+ Facebook shares in under a week (e.g., Chaka Khan at Montreux Festival)
- Monthly traffic: Peaks at 85K views — a record for our 10th year
- Facebook: Feature posts average 1.5K+ views; highlights exceed 10K+
- Instagram (@coremagazinestoronto): TIFF50 coverage (Ryan Reynolds & Colin Hanks at John Candy: I Like Me) earned 1,032 views in under a month, plus 700+ across companion reels. Collaborations (e.g., #OneBiteNathan at the CNE) reached 875 and 655 views, outperforming typical content
Platforms We Use
- CoreMagazines.com – SEO-rich editorial coverage, homepage display
- Newsletter – Spotlight segments with strong CTA
- Instagram – Reels, carousels, stories, posts
- Facebook – Shared posts, events, partner tagging
- YouTube – Short features, trailers, client-supplied content
Services & Partnerships
Core Magazines helps brands, artists, and organizations connect with culturally engaged audiences through tailored editorial and media opportunities.
Offerings include:
- Editorial Features & Indie Intro Packages
- Newsletter & Social Media Bundles
- Event Coverage & Seasonal Series
- Branded Storytelling & Content Strategy
- Sponsored Editorials & Advertising
📌 Full pricing and campaign details available upon request.
Why Work With Us?
- We build authentic content that feels natural in editorial environments.
- We create visibility within culture, not just across platforms.
- We highlight emerging talent, festival traditions, and audience experiences — stories often missed by traditional media.
- Our storytelling approach helps brands connect with readers through value, not interruption.
Editorial Calendar
Align your campaign with upcoming festivals, events, or seasonal themes. Booking opens 4–6 weeks in advance.
Testimonials
“Hi Cherryl and the Core Magazines team, … . I want to send you a BIG thank you for featuring Sultans of String and their new single with Juan Carlos Medrano, Mi Santuario. We really appreciate it!! … Thanks again for all your support. Warmly.”
— Lisa Weitz, Manager, Sultans of String
Next Step?
- Use our Service Inquiry Form or Request a Custom Quote to start planning your campaign.
- For advertising or sponsorship opportunities, see Advertising & Sponsorship options.
Image: Art Gallery of Ontario. Photo by C. Bird