Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding Heavy Frequency. Please read carefully this list of frequently asked questions and their respective answers, and if your inquiry remains unanswered, please contact at the information provided on the contact page.
How do I get my band on a Heavy Frequency show or event?
Is Heavy Frequency offered in print?
I am submitting my show dates, but they do not appear on the calendar. What is wrong?
Why has Heavy Frequency not covered my band?
When will photo galleries, articles, show dates, et cetera be posted online?
How do I get my album reviewed on Heavy Frequency?
May I use text or photographs from Heavy Frequency?
Can you send me the photographs taken at my band’s show?
May we advertise on Heavy Frequency?
Does Heavy Frequency purchase advertisements in other publications or websites?
Can we send a graphic link for your links page?
Q: What is Heavy Frequency?
A: Heavy Frequency is an online magazine that covers Midwestern metal, hardcore and hard rock music. Heavy Frequency has operated since early 2002. The staff consists entirely of volunteers who offer their services for the betterment of the local music community. We host an annual barbeque event, an annual awards show, and approximately two Heavy Frequency organized and sponsored live shows each year.
Q: How do I get my band on a Heavy Frequency show or event?
A: You are welcome to contact us and express interest, however it does not guarantee that events are in the work, nor does it guarantee that you will be contacted to perform at shows or events.
Q: Is Heavy Frequency offered in print?
A: No. Heavy Frequency is not currently offered in print form. While the possibility of a print magazine in the future exists, we have no immediate plans to release one.
Q: I am submitting my show dates, but they do not appear on the calendar. What is wrong?
A: Your shows may not make it onto the Heavy Frequency shows calendar for one of the following reasons:
- You are sending them to the wrong address. The correct e-mail address to mail show dates to is calendar@heavyfrequency.com
- You are sending them too late to make our regular weekly calendar updates. We typically update on Tuesday mornings, the same day we send out our weekly mailing list.
- There is a technological difficulty that is beyond our control preventing your e-mails from being delivered.
- You did not include all of the necessary information to be posted. Necessary information includes: date, venue, city, state, and all bands on the bill.
Q: Why has Heavy Frequency not covered my band?
A: Hundreds of bands throughout the Midwest have yet to be covered. While we would love to cover every band, it is simply not possible with limited staff, resources, time and funding. Please be patient.
Q: When will photo galleries, articles, show dates, classified ads, et cetera be posted online?
A: The staff works as quickly as possible to post all new content on the website for public viewing. Please be patient.
Q: How do I get my album reviewed on Heavy Frequency?
A: Bands may submit albums that are not burned discs, and have at least four songs. The artist must be Midwestern, and must be of metal, hardcore or hard rock genre. Please include: cover artwork, band name, disc title, release month and year, track listing in numerical order, contact information for the band. The address is available on the contact page. Submitting an album for review does not guarantee that it will receive a review.
Q: Why has no one from Heavy Frequency attended my band’s shows? How come my band’s show never got reviewed?
A: While we would love to attend every single show, it is not possible due to limitations on staff, time, resources and funding. Because a staff member attends a show does not necessarily guarantee a show review.
Q: May I use text or photographs from Heavy Frequency?
A: Absolutely. However, all materials on Heavy Frequency are copyright Heavy Frequency, 2002 to 2006. Any materials, text, graphic design, photography, etc. published on Heavy Frequency may be used free of charge, however proper credit is required in a visible, readable location in close proximity to the materials utilized. Please credit the author, photographer or designer, as well as the magazine with a link or URL listing if materials are used in print, publication, website, press, or other presentation outlet. Appropriate action will be taken against those who violate applicable copyright laws and the above request.
Q: Can you send me the photographs taken at my band’s show?
A: Yes. Contact the magazine to acquire the photographs taken at your show. A copyright release form with all necessary information will be included. This process may take time, so please be patient. Please respect our copyright request and applicable copyright laws.
Q: May we advertise on Heavy Frequency?
A: Absolutely. Bands, organizations and businesses are encouraged to advertise no Heavy Frequency. The prices are available on the advertising page.
Q: Does Heavy Frequency purchase advertisements in other publications or websites?
A: Yes, Heavy Frequency may occasionally invest in advertisement in other publications or websites. We do not accept all advertising offers presented to us, but we encourage businesses to contact us with proposals. We are open to advertisement exchanges, as well.
Q: Can we send a graphic link for your links page?
A: No. Due to the high volume of links posted on Heavy Frequency, we break them down into categories and list them alphabetically as text links only. No exceptions will be made. If you would like a graphic advertisement on Heavy Frequency, please see our advertising rates.
Q: How can I help Heavy Frequency?
A: Heavy Frequency always welcomes more volunteers to assist with the project. Please visit our help wanted page for more information about volunteer positions that are available. We also strongly encourage bands, businesses and organizations to investigate our extremely affordable advertisement pricing. We welcome monetary donations to cover the costs of operating the magazine website. Otherwise, please attend any Heavy Frequency sponsored events, and tell your family and friends about the magazine!
Q: What is the dateline (city/state) for?
A: Many publications use the dateline (city/state) before stories only if the article coverage took place in that city or state. However, in conjunction Associated Press style, Heavy Frequency utilizes the dateline feature to indicate in which city/state the article content occurs.
