Bill’s Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: No Expectations publishes weekly music reviews, streaming updates, and personal essays focused on indie rock, folk, and post-punk genres with a Midwest and Chicago scene focus. The publication targets music enthusiasts…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

Music discovery off the beaten track. Weekly playlist, New Album Recommendations, Long-play Mixtape, and writing on folk, experimental, ambient, and more.

Likely audience: Music critics

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

Weekly newsletters covering the Christian Indie and alternative music scene.

Likely audience: Music critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

Jeff Tweedy shares songs, advice, general musings, and whatnot...

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

The intersection of music and data

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

Stories from the Edges of Rock & the Corners of the World.

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: This publication features personal essays and interviews with musicians discussing album releases, touring experiences, and the psychology of creativity. The content mixes reflective storytelling with specific industry…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 25 days ago

Adventures of a guy from Alabama, navigating life and the music business while entering his golden years in the city of New Orleans. You never know what you'll get... except a great discography.

Likely audience: Folk music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Since No One Asked publishes a rotating mix of personal essays, home cooking recipes, and curated cultural recommendations including books, films, and music. The publication targets readers interested in authentic…

Likely audience: Food enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 26, 2026

Four-time Canadian Folk Music Award nominated songwriter, herbal medicine student and Southwest Scotland dweller.

Likely audience: Music fans seeking folk or country albums

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: The Wax Museum publishes weekly cultural roundups and curated lists pairing music, film, and literature for readers seeking deep analysis and weekend recommendations. It mixes music reviews, film criticism, and book…

Likely audience: Vinyl collectors

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago

a snapshot of the culture.

Likely audience: Music critics

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: Remember The Lightning publishes a rotating mix of indie music reviews, band biographies, and interviews focused on rock and indie genres. The publication targets music enthusiasts with content ranging from curated…

Likely audience: Rock music fans

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Jack Cullen's Substack publishes a mix of personal memoirs, music reviews, and cultural essays covering LGBTQ+ experiences, mental health, and life as a digital nomad in Spain. The content targets an audience interested…

Likely audience: Pop music fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 43 days ago

From recent posts: One Size Fits All publishes a rotating mix of music curation, political fashion analysis, and practical guides on footwear and vintage shopping. The publication targets readers interested in niche cultural topics…

Likely audience: Fashion enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 2 days ago

Likely audience: Electronic music enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

Making sense of sports. An independent sports journalism project. No gambling sponsors. Storytelling, commentary and the occasional hot take. Reporting that reminds us why we fell in love with sports.

Likely audience: Sports business analysts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post today

Your source for new underground metal releases. Updated weekly.

Likely audience: Music critics

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

Music past, future and now—often electronic, but not always.

Likely audience: Music critics and reviewers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

A place where I’ll share my passion of all things music, things vegan, travel, and whatever else delights my internal muse.

Likely audience: Music critics

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

Insights, conversations, and reflections on music, creativity, and connection

Likely audience: Folk music enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

twice monthly audio essays, personal cultural recommendations, & updates on projects you'll love

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

And now, ... we're here! 50 years of songs, poems & and videos with laughter, life lessons & music that have been helping folks live better for years. Glad you're here too!

Likely audience: Substack newsletter subscribers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

Opinions & Insights on graphic design, creative culture, etc. from Nolen Strals, a moderately-influential ex-punk creative designer living in the Southeast.

Likely audience: indie music fans

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