The National, Julien Baker, Sharon Van Etten More Sign on for ‘Save Stereogum’ Benefit Album
Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorSince 2002, the Stereogum website has been a vital chronicler of the alternative music universe, with an expert and enthusiastic take that has played a huge role in the rise of countless artists of the indie-rock ilk and beyond, ranging from Billie Eilish and Vampire Weekend to Drake. With a small but motivated and productive team, the publication has long punched above its weight.Earlier this year, founder Scott Lapatine bought Stereogum back from corporate parent Valence — and then the pandemic hit.