thedarcys alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as thedarcys (music industry, album release and band identity). The closest matches are bedroomclassics, Music, nature & field recording with Alice Boyd and Travis' Substack. 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 thedarcys

The publication covers music industry topics including album releases, band identity, and tour promotion. Content spans artist interviews, anniversary reflections on past work, and promotional announcements for upcoming…

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    bedroomclassics2K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

    Observations, letters, songs in progress, and the occasional old photograph. From Nashville to Spain and back again.

    Likely audience: music fans

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 24 days ago

    Likely audience: music enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 10 days ago

    Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

    New music reviews by and for adult music lovers desperately trying to stay relevant.

    Likely audience: music fans

    2 shared topics

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    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

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    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

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    charli's substack97K subscribers

    Substacklast post May 18, 2026

    From recent posts: Charli's Substack publishes first-person essays on music production, celebrity lifestyle, and cultural critique. The content focuses on the intersection of high and low culture, creative burnout, and the realities of…

    Likely audience: Pop culture enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    The Spotlight 45K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 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

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 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

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    Bankable!23K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 18 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

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 38 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

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    GAYLETTER by Tom & Abi17K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 2 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

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    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

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    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

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    Producteur À Succès12K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 40 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

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    The New Cue11K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 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

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    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

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    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

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    Elliott McKnight8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 27 days ago

    Building the map to the world of sound.

    Likely audience: Audio engineers

    1 shared topic

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    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

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    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

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    Dada Drummer Almanach7K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Sound, Art, Vegetables

    Likely audience: Music industry professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Drum Depot7K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 15, 2026

    DD Substack

    Likely audience: drummers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 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

    1 shared topic

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