PlaylisterUK.co.uk is a digital music media publication with a simple mission: to provide helpful, reliable, people-first music journalism for readers in the United Kingdom. We are part of Harbour Sound Media Ltd., but our editorial heart beats for UK audiences — covering the artists, songs, playlists, festivals, venues and industry stories that matter to British music fans. Whether you’re discovering new independent artists, following chart movements, or planning your next gig, we aim to be a trusted guide through the ever-changing landscape of UK music.
What we cover and for whom
Our editorial focus is squarely on music in and from the United Kingdom. We report on UK music news, British artists, album and single releases, streaming trends, radio culture, chart developments, independent music, festivals, concerts, venues, live events and the wider entertainment industry. You’ll find playlist features, artist profiles, reviews, interviews, release guides, explainers, opinion pieces and cultural analysis — all written for music fans who want depth, context and genuine discovery. While our operating company is registered in Gibraltar, every story we publish is edited with UK audiences in mind, and our readership extends internationally as well.
How we work
Every piece of editorial content on PlaylisterUK.co.uk is reviewed by a human editor before publication. For sensitive stories — those involving industry disputes, legal matters, allegations, minors, or rights and attribution issues — we have an additional layer of review. Our Standards & Fact-Checking Lead, Thomas Ellery, examines these pieces to ensure accuracy, fairness and compliance with our editorial standards. You can read more about our approach in our Editorial Policy and our Fact-Checking Policy.
Who is responsible
Our Editor-in-Chief, Oliver Kingsley, oversees editorial policy, corrections, publication decisions and content quality. Day-to-day editorial planning, publishing workflow and contributor coordination are led by Managing Editor Amelia Ward. Together with our team of editors and correspondents — including Sophie Larkin (Music News), Daniel Mercer (Playlists & Discovery), Charlotte Hayes (Live Events & Festivals) and Thomas Ellery (Standards & Fact-Checking) — we ensure that every story meets our commitment to integrity and usefulness. Meet the full team on our team page.
Company information
PlaylisterUK.co.uk is operated by Harbour Sound Media Ltd., a private company limited by shares registered in Gibraltar (company number 126847). Our registered office is Suite 3.14, World Trade Center, 6 Bayside Road, Gibraltar GX11 1AA. You can reach us on our main phone +350 200 68470 or our UK editorial line +44 20 4587 9360. Although the company is registered in Gibraltar, our editorial coverage is editorially focused on the United Kingdom and UK-related music subjects, reflecting our commitment to serving a British readership.
Commercial transparency
We fund our journalism through display advertising, affiliate links (including ticketing and music platform affiliates), commercial partnerships, sponsored content, newsletter sponsorships, content licensing, event and media partnerships, and playlist partnerships. All sponsored or commercial material is clearly labelled, and affiliate links are disclosed in accordance with UK regulations. Paid playlist placement is never presented as independent editorial selection, and commercial relationships never determine editorial conclusions. For full details, see our Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure and Ownership & Funding pages.
How to reach us
For general enquiries, story tips, press releases or any other correspondence, please email contact@playlisteruk.co.uk. Musicians, labels and publicists can submit music for editorial consideration at submissions@playlisteruk.co.uk. For specific queries, you can also use our function email addresses (tips, press, corrections, complaints, privacy, etc.) — all at the @playlisteruk.co.uk domain. Visit our Contact page for the full list, and read our Music Submissions Policy before sending material.
Our commitments
- Accuracy and accountability. We correct errors promptly and transparently, following our Corrections Policy.
- Independence and transparency. Commercial partnerships are clearly disclosed and never influence editorial decisions.
- Respect for artists and readers. We treat sources, subjects and audiences with fairness and dignity, and we never fabricate quotes or bylines.
- Safeguarding minors and vulnerable people. Stories involving children or sensitive personal circumstances receive additional review by our Standards & Fact-Checking Lead.
- Human oversight of all content. Every piece of published editorial is reviewed by a human editor; AI tools support research and formatting but never create original content without human approval.