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Substacklast post Jul 24, 2026

From recent posts: Nightcap with Tift Merritt publishes exclusively about Tift Merritt's music releases, album announcements, and artist interviews. The publication is for fans of indie folk music seeking updates on her new albums and…

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

Your opportunity to get in on the ground floor.

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

I'm a broadcaster and music fan. I write about my radio show, music and musicians.

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

Dan Rather's steady take on a complex and chaotic world.

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

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

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

From recent posts: Night Club 101 publishes a weekly events newsletter for the 101 Lounge in New York City, listing live music, DJ sets, readings, film screenings, and album releases across indie, post-punk, electronic, and other genres…

Likely audience: Event planners

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 19 days ago

My personal Substack

Likely audience: music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 13 days ago

Get the latest in the ceramics world: news, in-depth articles, artist profiles, and must-see ceramic exhibitions selected by the editor of Ceramics Now

Likely audience: ceramic art professionals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

A window into my daily practice of songwriting, demo making, illustrating, song covering, and podcasting.

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 days ago

From recent posts: The Land That Time Forgot publishes personal essays and historical recollections focused on music history, live performances, and the careers of artists like Buddy Holly, Dolly Parton, and David Bowie. The publication…

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 33 days ago

From recent posts: Katie Crutchfield's Substack publishes a mix of personal essays on parenthood and mental health alongside music industry updates, album announcements, and tour news. The publication serves readers interested in indie…

Likely audience: new parents

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: Well-Tempered Zealot publishes announcements for Dirty Projectors events, including festivals, album releases, and live performances. It targets music fans interested in indie, classical, and camping music experiences.

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 days ago

From recent posts: GAYLETTER by Tom & Abi publishes in-depth interviews with musicians and profiles on Spanish culture, focusing on topics like the music industry and indie art. The publication targets readers interested in artist…

Likely audience: Music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 35 days ago

From recent posts: Tone Glow publishes in-depth interviews and profiles of underground musicians, art collectives, and filmmakers, focusing on topics like industrial music, visual arts, and documentary filmmaking. The publication mixes…

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

Join renegade historian and Brit in the US Dr. Annette Laing on her witty history mystery tour. Substack Featured Newsletter.

Likely audience: Genealogy enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago

From recent posts: This publication delivers indie music tour announcements, album and comic book release news, and personal updates from musician Phil Elverum. It mixes event listings with reflective essays on the music industry and…

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 20 days ago

From recent posts: Live From California with Lloyd Kahn publishes a rotating mix of personal memoirs, investigative reporting on local issues like fishing regulations, and cultural commentary on topics ranging from skateboarding to Golden…

Likely audience: San Francisco locals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: Greil Marcus / Letter in the Ether publishes alternating issues of music reviews and a Q&A column featuring reader letters and essays on rock history, theory, and politics. The publication targets music enthusiasts and…

Likely audience: Indie rock fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 30 days ago

From recent posts: American Alchemy Magazine publishes investigative articles on UFO conspiracy theories, government secrecy, and alleged UAP recovery programs. The publication targets readers interested in unexplained aerial phenomena…

Likely audience: UFO enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

Welcome to the supplemental engine for the Drummers on Drumming podcast! I’m Ben Hilzinger, and while I figure out how to navigate this platform, you can expect enjoyable insights, behind-the-scenes moments, and a peek…

Likely audience: drummers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

I’m new here, but so far I’m LOVING it, and while switching platforms is always a bit scary it felt like the right time to start sharing. Music, the road, the people, and yes… probably trying to justify my tech…

Likely audience: Fans of Steve Clisby's writing

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SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

a.k.a. The Weekender - collage news & inspiration (every Friday)

Likely audience: collage artists

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