Steven J.

Steven J. Horowitz is a versatile and experienced music journalist who has made significant contributions to the industry. He previously held positions at TikTok, YouTube Music, Myspace, and Billboard, where he demonstrated his expertise in music editorial leadership and critical analysis. In his new role as senior music writer for Variety, he will leverage his extensive knowledge of hip-hop and the music landscape to deliver high-quality reporting that aligns with Variety's reputation for excellence. His responsibilities will include writing news articles, reviews, commentary, appreciations and cover stories across all of Variety's platforms. With his experience at TikTok and YouTube, Horowitz brings valuable insights into the modern music industry that will enhance the strength of Variety's already world-class music team. He is a valuable addition to the organization and is expected to make significant contributions to its ongoing success.

Biography:  https://variety.com/2023/music/news/steven-j-horowitz-variety-senior-music-writer-1235720498/

64%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

50%

Examples:

  • He finishes on a dark note referring to their children: Our sons should go play at the park Two light-skinned kids, that shit would be cute Unless you don't want to be seen with anyone that's Blacker than you
  • He gave birth to a master manipulator And raised a horrible fuckin' person.
  • I look at him and wish your grandpa woulda wore a condom I'm sorry that you gotta grow up and then stand behind him Especially with all the girls that's hurt inside this climate.
  • You called the Tupac estate and begged them to sue me and take that shit down.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • The cancellation was due to a High Wind Warning issued by the National Weather Service with gusts as high as 60 miles per hour possible.
  • Three weather alerts are in effect for the Las Vegas Valley.

Deceptions

35%

Examples:

  • Among the sprawling shots he takes at Lamar on the track, he guns for his foe and his relationship with his fiancee Whitney Alford.
  • He suggests that one of Lamar's two children...was actually fathered by Dave Free...
  • The war of words wages on between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, and this time it's personal.
  • Things get even more off-limits with the mention of their children...

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