This week on Secrets From The Scene, I sit down with Dani Larson and Nicole Prestol, two of the founders of Tumbling Rock Magazine, a Twin Cities print publication bringing local music to life on paper.
We talk about how Tumbling Rock began as a joke between bandmates and evolved into a full-fledged magazine that celebrates Minnesota’s music community through thoughtful storytelling and striking physical design. Dani and Nicole share what it takes to build and sustain a free, community-driven publication, why they’ve chosen to stay in print in an increasingly digital world, and how artists can better tell their own stories to connect with press and audiences alike.
We also dive into the creative process behind each issue, what makes a great artist submission or EPK, and what’s next for Tumbling Rock, from local collaborations to a potential festival celebrating Twin Cities music.
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If you’ve ever wanted to understand how local press works, how to get your music featured, or how to tell your story in a way that stands out, this episode offers valuable insight from two people who live and breathe the Twin Cities scene.
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