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Noisecreep launched in March 2009 as a digital lifeline for bands that mainstream radio refused to touch. The site was created under the MediaGlow publishing division, a new entity established in January 2009 to house AOL's genre-specific ambitions.
Mike Rich, the head of entertainment at AOL, founded Noisecreep to address the gap in the market where thousands of hard rock and heavy metal acts were invisible to the public eye. He recognized that without a dedicated platform, these bands would remain trapped in the shadows.
Noisecreep shut down on the 26th of April 2013 as part of a broader strategy to close several online music news properties owned by AOL Music. The decision marked the end of an era for a site that had spent four years building a loyal audience and a reputation for quality journalism.
AOL sold Noisecreep, The Boot, and The Boombox to Townsquare Media on the 2nd of June 2013. This acquisition signaled a second life for the brand, allowing it to continue its mission under new ownership.
The Creep Show was a video podcast produced by Noisecreep that featured in-depth interviews with various metal bands that rarely appeared on television. These conversations allowed artists to discuss their creative processes and personal struggles without the filter of corporate spin.