This summer, The New York Times is publishing essays by its critics about the moments or works that prompted them to write about the arts â€" along with stories from readers about their own epiphanies. Previously we heard from readers who work in television, classical music and dance.
Next week, Ben Ratliff will write about what set him on the path toward becoming a pop and jazz critic for The Times. We want to hear from pop music professionals about what inspired their careers.
Whether you’re an artist with a freshly-inked record contract, an A&R scout, a talent agent, a booker, a programmer for an online music service, a record producer, a touring back-up singer, or any other pop music professional, we want to hear about the record, performance or other experience that led you to dedicate yourself to the art form.
Please submit a comment below describing what you do and how a pop music experience led you to your career; keep submissions under 250 words.
We will present some of your stories alongside Mr. Ratliff’s essay. We look forward to reading about your pop music inspirations.
