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Call of the Wild Festival is proud to announce a new partnership with Darkus Magazine, uniting two brands driven by a defiantly independent spirit and a shared belief in elevating grassroots music. Both organisations have built their identities around championing creativity from the ground up—Call of the Wild through its fiercely independent festival culture and year‑round support for emerging artists, and Darkus Magazine through its global editorial platform that spotlights rising talent while covering the wider world stage. Together, they celebrate authenticity, community, and the belief that the future of music is shaped by those willing to nurture it at its earliest stages.

This collaboration is rooted in a natural alignment of values. Darkus Magazine’s commitment to unique storytelling, equal treatment of all artists, and a deeply human approach mirrors Call of the Wild’s dedication to supporting performers both on and off the stage. Through initiatives such as Trailblazer and Rockmantic, Call of the Wild provides not only performance opportunities but also coaching, advice, and real‑world industry insight—an ethos that directly reinforces Darkus’s mission to champion emerging talent with integrity and passion. Both brands believe in meeting artists where they are, offering genuine support, and creating spaces where creativity can thrive without compromise.

As part of this partnership, fans and readers can now more easily access Darkus Magazine through a range of trusted outlets. The publication is available via Unique Magazines, offering single issues and subscriptions with same‑day dispatch when ordered before 2pm , as well as directly through the official Darkus Magazine online shop, where readers can purchase current issues and special editions . These platforms ensure that Darkus’s distinctive voice remains accessible to audiences across the UK and beyond.

In addition, the collaboration celebrates the global creative community that both brands champion—one that includes iconic cultural touchpoints such as Dr. Martens, whose stores span more than 60 countries worldwide. The brand operates across three major regions—EMEA, the Americas, and APAC—with key locations in cities such as London, Paris, Milan, Los Angeles, New York, Tokyo, Shanghai, and Seoul . This international presence reflects the same independent, boundary‑pushing spirit that underpins both Call of the Wild and Darkus Magazine.

By joining forces, Call of the Wild Festival and Darkus Magazine strengthen a shared commitment to independence, collaboration, and the future of music. This partnership amplifies the voices of rising artists while celebrating the communities that sustain them, ensuring that both the grassroots scene and the global stage remain vibrant, diverse, and defiantly human.