Nadine Smith is a versatile journalist and writer, contributing to various publications including The FADER, Pitchfork, and Texas Monthly. With a focus on music and pop culture, Nadine has covered a wide range of topics including hip-hop, wrestling, and emerging artists. Her work has been featured in numerous publications and she is known for her insightful and engaging writing style.
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Nadine's coverage predominantly focuses on entertainment news, specifically within the realms of rap music and hip-hop culture. Her frequent inclusion of expert commentary suggests she may be open to pitches from industry insiders providing unique perspectives or analysis on trends, releases, or developments within the world of rap music.
Given her interest in industry-specific content and investment analysis, Nadine could also be receptive to pitches that offer insights into the business side of the music industry such as emerging trends in artist management, independent label operations, or financial impacts on artists' careers.
While not specifying a geographic focus, it is likely that Nadine would appreciate stories with broad appeal across different regions unless there is a compelling reason for regional specificity.
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The FADER's Nadine Smith looks at the influence of Dragon Ball creator Akira Toriyama across rap music history.
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Through his wrestling career and beyond, Austin’s renegade spirit shone through, whether he was stomping opponents or cooking lima beans.
A decade ago, before the words “Drain Gang” were ever uttered, Yung Lean and Bladee were the twin flames at the forefront of the Swedish Invasion.
By: Shy Thompson, Evan Rytlewski, Hank Shteamer, Jazz Monroe, Philip Sherburne, Dylan Green, Matthew Blackwell, Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, Dash Lewis, Sadie Sartini Garner, Daniel Bromfield, Marc Weidenbaum, Nadine Smith, Dave Segal, Andy Cush, Anna Gaca, Eric Torres, Jesse Dorris, Grayson Haver Currin, Shaad D’Souza, Jayson Greene, Brady Brickner-Wood, Rich Juzwiak
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By: Nadine Smith
Ever since her mesmeric, woozy breakout single ‘Ocean Eyes’ catapulted her to stardom at the age of 14, the alt-pop star has proven time and again that loud doesn’t always mean powerful. Now, dogged by incessant body shaming, dangerous stalkers and white-knuckle fame, she’s never been more quiet, says Nadine Smith
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