WWU student’s Breakout Magazine offers writers, bands opportunity

In September 2021, Natalie Vinh saw a need for a local music publication. About a month later, she launched Breakout Magazine.

Managed entirely by Vinh, Breakout is a collaborative online music magazine that aims to cover bands and artists who are just breaking out (hence, the name) and may not have many press opportunities.

Vinh, 20, studies marketing at Western Washington University, where she has worked on The Front and Klipsun, both university publications. Though she considered majoring in journalism, she wanted to gain experience in other areas.

On Oct. 18, 2021, @breakoutmag posted an introduction on Instagram, announcing a launch date of only four days later. Within its first two months, Breakout had amassed over 680 Instagram followers and more than 2,000 website views.

For Vinh, Breakout is a learning experience for everyone, and anyone who expresses interest in contributing is given a chance, no matter their qualifications.