contrastiultra alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

A trustworthy guide to music, books, arts, media & culture by Ted Gioia

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 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 13 days ago

From recent posts: El noble arte de no querer rendirse publishes short-form essays on business, psychology, and technology ethics for a general audience. The publication mixes cultural critiques of social media gamification with analyses…

Likely audience: Sports fans

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: The Spotlight is a Daily Mail celebrity gossip newsletter that aggregates entertainment news, reality TV drama, and celebrity controversies in a single roundup. It covers topics ranging from Strictly Come Dancing and…

Likely audience: Celebrity gossip readers

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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 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

From recent posts: I Think We're Alone Now publishes a mix of music industry interviews, personal memoirs, and film recommendations featuring Tegan and Sara, John Congleton, and other artists. The publication targets fans and followers of…

Likely audience: Tegan and Sara fans

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SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: Bankable! publishes practical guides on personal branding, freelancer finance, and B2B sales strategies for French creators and business owners. The publication mixes in-depth articles on negotiation tactics, tax…

Likely audience: entrepreneurs

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

From recent posts: Letters from Los Campesinos! publishes a mix of tour logistics, financial breakdowns, and merchandise archives for the band and its industry. The publication targets fans and music industry professionals with specific…

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

For the artists, managers, and operators building the next music industry. Owned audiences, real economics, and the playbooks the major labels won't write.

Likely audience: music industry professionals

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

From recent posts: Herb Sundays publishes in-depth interviews with electronic music producers, DJs, and industry figures such as Larry Heard, Nathan Jenkins, and Anastasia Kristensen. The newsletter also occasionally features profiles on…

Likely audience: Electronic music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 37 days ago

Tout ce que vous devez savoir pour vous structurer et avancer sereinement sur votre parcours pour devenir un artiste ou un producteur à succès.

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 38 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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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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

From recent posts: The New Cue publishes transcribed interviews with musicians and comedians alongside curated playlists and reviews of new music releases. It targets readers interested in indie rock, music industry insights, and artist…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 54 days ago

From recent posts: Fish Sticks publishes music tour announcements and live performance schedules for artists like Rickie Lee Jones and September in the Park. The publication targets music fans seeking updates on upcoming US venues and…

Likely audience: Music fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 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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SubstackWeekly · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: Expanding Dan publishes music history interviews, album analyses, and industry retrospectives focused on artists like Steely Dan and figures such as Dam-Funk and Chuck Klosterman. The publication targets music…

Likely audience: Music journalists

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

Building the map to the world of sound.

Likely audience: Audio engineers

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

Music saved me and I enjoy sharing.

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

From recent posts: YAMS Magazine publishes weekly interviews, album reviews, and industry analysis focused on R&B, pop, and hip-hop artists like John Legend, Roy Woods, and B2K. The publication covers topics ranging from new releases and…

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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