POW MAG alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as POW MAG (electronic music DJ sets, genre-mixing and crate-digging and specific artist performances (Octo Octa, Eris Drew, Ghost Phone, etc.)). The closest matches are The Honest Broker, Starship Casual and The Spotlight . They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 14, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About POW MAG

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  • electronic music DJ sets
  • genre-mixing and crate-digging
  • specific artist performances (Octo Octa, Eris Drew, Ghost Phone, etc.)
  • dancefloor and club culture
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  1. 1
    The Honest Broker299K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

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

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  2. 2
    Starship Casual149K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

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

    Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  3. 3
    The Spotlight 45K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 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

    1 shared topic

  4. 4

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 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

    1 shared topic

  5. 5
    Bankable!23K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 17 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

    1 shared topic

  6. 6

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 37 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

    1 shared topic

  7. 7
    GAYLETTER by Tom & Abi17K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 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

    1 shared topic

  8. 8
    The Artist Economy16K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 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

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    Herb Sundays12K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 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

    1 shared topic

  10. 10
    Producteur À Succès12K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 39 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

    1 shared topic

  11. 11
    The New Cue11K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 11 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

    1 shared topic

  12. 12
    Fish Sticks11K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 56 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

    1 shared topic

  13. 13
    Expanding Dan8K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 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

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Elliott McKnight8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 26 days ago

    Building the map to the world of sound.

    Likely audience: Audio engineers

    1 shared topic

  15. 15
    Tayo's Music Journal8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 18 days ago

    Music saved me and I enjoy sharing.

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  16. 16
    YAMS Magazine7K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 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

    1 shared topic

  17. 17
    Dada Drummer Almanach7K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Sound, Art, Vegetables

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  18. 18
    Drum Depot7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago

    DD Substack

    Likely audience: drummers

    1 shared topic

  19. 19
    Glue's Letter7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 19 days ago

    A newsletter giving you updates on my graphic design work/practice, cool design stuff around the internet, my thoughts, and more!

    Likely audience: freelance graphic designers

    1 shared topic

  20. 20
    Ashevegas Hot Sheet6K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

    From recent posts: The Ashevegas Hot Sheet publishes a weekly mix of local business openings, real estate developments, and community news for Asheville residents. It frequently features sponsored content from Citizens Fuel Co. alongside…

    Likely audience: Asheville residents

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    Network Notes6K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    A newsletter about the music industry, technology, marketing, and the intersection of all three, brought to you by the strategic marketing agency Motive Unknown.

    Likely audience: Event organizers

    1 shared topic

  22. 22

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: The MAD Records Monologue publishes a mix of music industry analysis, artist development essays, and personal music releases. Content spans discussions on music monetization and physical media formats, community…

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

  23. 23
    Wu Fei's Music Daily 4K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    An original piece of music every weekday from genre-bending composer, guzheng virtuoso, and vocalist Wu Fei. For booking and more information: wufeimusic.com.

    Likely audience: Classical and traditional music enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  24. 24
    nenadgeorgievski4K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Vintage Cafe: A Magazine for the Culturally Curious. Music, art, books, travel, and the ideas that connect them—curated three times a week by Nenad Georgievski

    Likely audience: music collectors

    1 shared topic

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