Parents' Guide to Buzznet

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Common Sense Media Review

By Jacqueline Rupp , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 15+

Grab bag of indie rock news for hipster teens can be dark.

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Why Age 15+?

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age 15+

Based on 1 parent review

Privacy Rating Warning

  • Unclear whether personal information is sold or rented to third parties.
  • Personal information is shared for third-party marketing.
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  • Data are collected by third-parties for their own purposes.
  • User's information is used to track and target advertisements on other third-party websites or services.
  • Data profiles are created and used for personalised advertisements.

What's It About?

BUZZNET combines various media -- writing, photography, video and music -- into one central hipster hub. There are music videos to watch, artist pictures to view, and editorial content about everything from band profiles to reviews of the latest electronic gear. Buzznet also offers users the chance to submit their own creative projects, which might present the perfect opportunity for young artists.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 1 ):
Kids say : Not yet rated

Combine the best and worst of the teen years and you get a good idea of Buzznet. At its worst it's snarky, disorganized, and too cool for school. At its best it's creative, bursting with youthful energy, and original. Buzznet's user-submitted content and editorial blogs can be hit or miss, but are usually entertaining. And if you are looking to discover the next big thing in music, Buzznet won't let you down. Because the content can veer toward dark and mature themes, the site is better for older teens.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how the Internet has helped create a flourishing independent music scene. Do you think Web sites, such as this one, add to the appeal of indie music? Also, how do you think this site has combined platforms from various other sites, like MTV and Facebook. Do you think this site successfully combines social networking with music coverage? Are you inspired to upload videos of your band?

Website Details

  • Genre : Music
  • Pricing structure : Free
  • Last updated : October 25, 2022

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