Trev Elkin is a UK-based writer and music journalist specialising in independent, alternative and emerging music from around the world. His work spans reviews, interviews, features, live coverage and cultural commentary, with writing published online and in print, including for GoldFlakePaint. Known for a sharp discovery instinct and a strong editorial ear, Elkin has consistently gravitated towards distinctive artists early in their development, bringing thoughtful critical attention to new voices before wider recognition follows.