Here at Melomania Magazine, we have a deep rooted love for music. We believe that music is the unspoken force that connects people throughout the world. We want to share our love for music and the artists who make that music through galleries, interviews, editorials, and reviews. We aim to spread unity and positivity through intertwining photography, writing, and music. Fellow melomaniacs, join us on a journey that is sure to delight all of your senses.

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Madison Maynard (she/her)

CO-FOUNDER, EDITOR IN CHIEF
@madisonemmedia
Based in Charleston, SC
Madison is a third year dental student with a passion for photography. Concert photography is her way of showing her creativity outside of the clinic. Music brings so many people together and she loves to share that joy with others here! Outside of being a full time dentist barbie and going to concerts, she loves to spend time with her girlfriend, Rachel, exploring around Charleston, going to the beach, reading, playing Stardew Valley, crocheting, and doing yoga.
Some of her current favorite songs:
Territorial - Kali Uchis
Whenever- Megan Thee Stallion
Prescription - Remi Wolf
crushcrushcrush - Paramore
Snow angel - Renee Rapp
Via Rae (she/her)

CO-FOUNDER, EDITOR IN CHIEF, HEAD OF PHOTOGRAPHY.
@viaraemedia
Based in Nashville, TN
Via has an eye for capturing raw and in the moment photography of your favorite musicians. Outside of going to concerts, you can find her making coffee as your local barista, cheering on the Mercedes F1 team, putting together legos, or watching Marvel movies with her friends!
Some of her current favorite songs:
Midnight Train by Rattlesnake Milk
Don’t Take the Money by Bleachers
Too Much Whiskey by Marcus King l
Any song by Kings of Leon
Kinzie Ford (she/her)

CREATIVE DIRECTOR, HEAD GRAPHIC DESIGNER, WRITER.
@kinz.ie
Based in Fort Wayne, IN
Kinzie is a graphic designer and photographer based in northern Indiana. A passionate traveler, she frequently heads to Detroit to catch live concerts and cheer on her favorite hockey team, the Detroit Red Wings. Her interests span sports, music, and the arts, and she currently works as an athletics photographer at the University of Saint Francis, where she’s set to graduate in December 2025. Outside of work, Kinzie loves spending time with her nieces, sister, and friends, as she brings creativity into every corner of her life.
Some of her current favorite songs:
Egg - Djo
Old Recliners - ROLE MODEL
Gunslinger - Natalie Bergman
Last Goodbye - Post Animal
30 For 30 - SZA, Kendrick Lamar
Fool - Djo
Emily Yancey (she/they)

PRESS MANAGER, PHOTOGRAPHER, WRITER.
@emilymeriephotography
Based in Rochester, NY
Emily Yancey is a wildly passionate concert photographer and performer with a love for everything loud, bright, and in your face! When she’s not up front documenting your favorite acts, you can find her performing with her wonderful roommates, playing with makeup, or on a special little adventure!
Some of their current favorite songs:
Crazy on you- Heart
Track 10- Charli XCX
Seether- Veruca Salt
Brackish- Kittie
Cuntology 101- Lambrini Girls
Caitlin Cole (she/her)

WRITER, SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
@anabundanceofcaitlins
Based in Nashville, TN
While Caitlin loves caring for her NICU babies as her day (or rather night) job, her passion for music has always been a tangible thing making getting to call Nashville “home” a dream come true. The strongest of her friendships were forged over a shared love of music and she loves being able to share that with others! When she’s not hanging out with the tiny humans or plotting what show she’s going to next, you can find her having extremely competitive game nights with her girls, hanging out at home with her pets and a good book, or hanging at one of her favorite dive bars.
Some of her current favorite songs:
Musta Been a Ghost - Próxima Parada
Charlie’s Garden - Djo
Meant to Meet - Maggie Antone
The Longest Goodbye - Role Model
Voodoo Doll - 5 Seconds of Summer
(before you ask, she’s not sure if she’s well either)
Ellie Mayes (she/her)

PHOTOGRAPHER, SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
@elliemayesphotography
Based in Nashville, TN
Favorite artists: The 1975, Greta Van Fleet, Harry Styles, Bob Marley, First Aid Kit, Mac Miller, Fleetwood Mac, & Ethel Cain.
Fun fact: I was in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2019!
Mandy Fayard (she/her)

PHOTOGRAPHER, WRITER.
@mandyfayardphotography
Based in the Gulf Coast of MS, where the southern charm runs as deep as the Gulf itself. By day, Mandy is a dedicated medical assistant, and by heart, a passionate photographer always chasing the perfect shot. When the sun sets, you’ll find her lost in the roar of live music; where guitars shred, drums thunder, and the crowd pulses with raw, unstoppable energy.
Some of her current favorite songs:
Supreme Ruler- Kublai Khan
Pink Pony Club- Chappell Roan
Doesn’t Do Me Any Good- Stephen Sanchez
About You- The 1975
Frozen Light- Greta Van fleet
Lauren Ritchie

PHOTOGRAPHER
@laurenritchiemedia
Based in Charlotte, NC
Lauren is a marketing professional with a creative eye and a passion for concert photography. A lifelong music lover, she traded the view from the crowd for a spot behind the lens—capturing the energy and emotion of live performances. When she’s not photographing concerts, Lauren enjoys spending time with her husband Mason, going out with friends, traveling, working out, and indulging in a little retail therapy.
Some of her current favorite songs:
Maine - Noah Kahan
Weren’t For The Wind - Ella Langley
Comin’ Under Fire - Def Leppard
Anything by Brandon Lake
Adrian Pinto (she/her)

PHOTOGRAPHER, WRITER.
@adiepphoto
Based Las Vegas, NV
Favorite artists are Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd, Aerosmith, and Greta Van Fleet.
Fun fact: I play bass and electric guitar.
Madison Shuford (she/her)

WRITER
@madisontaylor_
Based in Greensboro, NC
Madison is a 4th year pharmacy student by day and a live music enthusiast by night. When she’s not at the hospital, you’ll likely find her front and center at a bluegrass or jam band show- especially if Billy Strings is in town, or even remotely near by. (a few states isn’t too far away, right?)
She is a proud cat mom to her handsome tuxedo cat, Frog. Madison balances her busy life as a student pharmacist with a love for hiking, crate-digging at local record stores, thrifting, and exploring the craft beer scene. She’s always chasing the next great live set—wherever that may be.
Some of her current favorite songs:
Fare Thee Well, Miss Carousel- Townes Van Zandt
Brokedown Palace- The Grateful Dead
Cicada Song- Mountain Grass Unit
Must Be Seven- Billy Strings
Hot Love & The Lazy Poet- Goose