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Biography

Matt Hendrickson has more than 25 years of experience in magazine and digital journalism. Currently, he's a Contributing Editor at Garden & Gun, a position he's held for the past 12 years, overseeing the music coverage for the magazine. He began his career at Rolling Stone, serving as a writer and editor for 12 years, penning cover stories on Green Day and Rage Against the Machine, among others, as well as covering the 1999 Columbine High School shootings. From 2005-08 he held a three-year visiting professor position at the University of Missouri School of Journalism. For the past 17 years, Matt has contributed editorially to Rolling Stone, Medium, Parade, Details, Travel & Leisure, among many others, as well as running his own media consulting company, Big Swede Media, where his client list includes Fast Company, Apple, CBS, Ford, Interscope Records and AEG. He's based in Athens, Ohio.

Content

Total articles 208

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  Can MotoGP Take Over America?

  By Matt Hendrickson Verified, Anna Davis

  Apr. 15, 2025

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  On Stage at R.E.M.’s Athens Reunion: ‘Oh, This Is Happening’

  By Matt Hendrickson Verified, Gabriela Gomez-Misserian Verified

  Mar. 06, 2025

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  On Stage at R.E.M.’s Athens Reunion: ‘Oh, This Is Happening’

  By Matt Hendrickson Verified

  Mar. 06, 2025

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Company Info

Garden & Gun

Garden & Gun Magazine, LLC is a lifestyle brand known for its award-winning magazine, *Garden & Gun*, which launched in 2007. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, the magazine highlights Southern culture, covering topics such as food, style, travel, music, art, literature, and sporting culture. The company also has advertising sales offices throughout the United States. In addition to the quarterly magazine, Garden & Gun offers digital content through its website and newsletters, featuring articles, podcasts, and multimedia. The brand includes a retail experience called Fieldshop, showcasing curated products from Southern artisans, and operates Garden & Gun Clubs in Atlanta and Louisville, providing unique dining and social experiences. The company has published several best-selling books and launched art exhibitions, further celebrating Southern culture. Garden & Gun has received multiple awards for its excellence in journalism and design, reflecting its commitment to quality content.