By: Jem Aswad
As the Weeknd kicked off the 2026 Europe and U.K. leg of his years-long 'After Hours Til Dawn' stadium tour, he celebrated several milestones.
Jem Aswad is a Writer and Executive Music Editor at Variety. He specializes in the arts and entertainment sector, with a focus on music, concerts and festivals, and entertainment news, frequently covering topics related to music business and celebrities. Jem's work has been featured in a variety of prominent publications, including the Virginian-Pilot, Chicago Tribune, and Yahoo News.
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Jem Aswad's coverage mainly focuses on entertainment news, particularly music industry announcements and events. He also covers press releases and expert commentary related to the music industry. Given this focus, Jem would likely be interested in pitches that offer exclusive insights into upcoming album releases, insider perspectives on significant artist collaborations or events, and analysis of trends within the music industry.
He seems open to covering a wide range of musical genres as evidenced by his articles about jazz legends like Les McCann alongside contemporary pop stars such as Ariana Grande. If you have unique access to artists or behind-the-scenes information about major musical events or projects, these may be compelling angles for pitching to Jem Aswad.
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