Lior Phillips

Lior Phillips is an accomplished writer and author with a diverse portfolio, currently serving as a writer for The New York Times and contributing to various media outlets including The Recording Academy, Guardian News & Media, Pitchfork, and Variety. Notably, Lior authored the 33 1/3 book on South African Popular Music, which delves into the significant role of music in societal change. Lior also created and hosted the podcast 'This Must Be the Gig,' providing unique insights into the music industry. With a background in Integrated Marketing Communications from the AAA School of Advertising, Lior combines expertise in both writing and photography in projects for Dazed & Confused and The Quietus, among others.