New Music for Olds alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

From recent posts: No Expectations is a reader-supported music newsletter publishing weekly album reviews, playlists, and personal essays centered on indie rock, folk, and post-punk, with a focus on Chicago and Midwest artists and scenes…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

Record reviews, books, TV, other stuff

Likely audience: music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 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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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

Songs, bands, artists, albums that I’m interested including the best songs ever.

Likely audience: Indie music fans

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Substacklast post Aug 14, 2026

From recent posts: Scissortail Records publishes detailed album reviews and vinyl release highlights for folk, indie, and mid-career artists. The publication mixes critical essays with industry news and listener feedback.

Likely audience: Folk music enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 7 days ago

Formed in Bellingham, WA in 1997

Likely audience: Festival goers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

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

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

Discover new music and directly support the artists who make it.

Likely audience: Bandcamp users

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SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: New Bands for Old Heads publishes weekly curated playlists, album roundups, and personal essays on music fandom and discovery for listeners seeking curated recommendations over algorithmic feeds. The publication blends…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 12 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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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 days ago

The intersection of music and data

Likely audience: Music historians

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

Croonin and a Woonin

Likely audience: Indie rock fans

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 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

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

Likely audience: Classic rock fans

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 15 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 33 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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SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 26, 2026

From recent posts: AJJ's Substack is a newsletter dedicated to the indie rock band AJJ, focusing on music releases, tour announcements, merchandise updates, and exclusive Patreon content. It serves fans and supporters by providing direct…

Likely audience: Patreon subscribers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

Steven Forrest is the author of several astrological bestsellers. He teaches evolutionary astrology – an astrology which integrates free will, grounded humanistic psychology and ancient metaphysics. He won the 2018…

Likely audience: Astrology enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 47 days ago

a snapshot of the culture.

Likely audience: Music critics

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

From recent posts: John's Music Blog publishes a mix of artist interviews and weekly music roundups. Interviews feature contemporary artists and indie duos discussing new work and subcultural influences, while roundups cover rap, noise…

Likely audience: music blog readers

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 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 46 days ago

analog life & reads to relate to

Likely audience: creative writers

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