Editorial Policies
The 824 Journal is an independent culture and lifestyle publication with Southern California roots. These policies explain who owns the Journal, how we keep our reporting independent, how we correct mistakes, and how to reach us when something is wrong. Last updated October 4, 2026.
Ownership and independence
The 824 Journal is published by 824 Brand LLC, a California limited liability company based in Cypress, California. 824 Brand LLC is owned by Zharmaine Boatman (Founder, Editor in Chief and Visual Journalist) and Sean Boatman (Chief Operating Officer and Staff Writer). There are no other owners.
The Journal is not owned, funded, or controlled by any political party, political action committee, campaign, or advocacy organization. We do not accept payment in exchange for coverage, and editorial decisions are made by our editors alone.
Corrections and clarifications
We aim to get it right the first time. When we get something wrong, we fix it quickly and openly.
- Corrections fix errors of fact: a wrong name, date, venue, setlist, quote, credit, or figure. We correct the article and add a dated correction note at the bottom of the story explaining what was changed.
- Clarifications address wording that was accurate but could mislead or lacked important context. We update the text and add a dated clarification note.
- Typos and minor style fixes that do not change meaning are made without a note.
- Photo credits and captions are corrected on the page and, where the image appears elsewhere on the site, in every instance.
We do not quietly remove published stories. In rare cases, such as a legal requirement or a serious error that cannot be fixed by correction, we may unpublish a story and leave an editor’s note at the original address explaining why.
How to report an error or complaint
Anyone can ask us to review a story. Email editor@the824journal.press with “Correction” or “Complaint” in the subject line, or use the form on our Contact page. Please include the article’s web address, the passage in question, what you believe is wrong, and any supporting information. You do not need to give your name to report an error.
The Editor in Chief reviews every request. We acknowledge requests within five business days, and we aim to resolve factual corrections within that time. If we decide a correction is not warranted, we will tell you why. Complaints about the conduct of our staff or the fairness of a story are handled the same way, and decisions are made by the Editor in Chief.
Press releases, previews, and sponsored content
Material supplied by artists, labels, studios, venues, or publicists is published under our Press Releases section and labeled as such. It is not independent reporting. Our “Just Announced” headlines link to outside publications and are credited to their source. Any sponsored or paid content on the Journal is clearly labeled as sponsored. Press credentials, review tickets, and review products are accepted for coverage purposes only and never guarantee favorable coverage.
Photography and sourcing
Photographs on the Journal are our own original work unless a credit says otherwise. Supplied images are credited to the photographer or rights holder. We identify sources by name wherever possible and explain when we cannot.
See also our Accessibility Statement and Contact page.
