The Sadies' Substack alternatives: newsletters like it

SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 14, 2026

"artist" berkeley, ca

Likely audience: Music festival attendees

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

Likely audience: Phoebe Bridgers fans

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Substacklast post Jul 7, 2026

My personal Substack

Likely audience: Indie rock fans

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SubstackDaily · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Slow Boring publishes opinion essays on American politics, culture, and policy, including coverage of elections, media criticism, and infrastructure debates. The publication mixes analytical journalism with personal…

Likely audience: Political analysts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 13 days ago

Formed in Bellingham, WA in 1997

Likely audience: Festival goers

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SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

What's happening at Baby's this week?

Likely audience: Music fans

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

From recent posts: Night Club 101 publishes weekly event guides, curated playlists, and occasional staffing listings for the 101 Lounge in New York City. It serves the local music scene by covering live shows, DJ sets, readings, and film…

Likely audience: Event planners

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: FIERCE by mitú publishes opinion pieces, cultural analysis, and data-driven reports focused on Latina experiences in health, finance, and media. It targets Latinas and allies seeking specific coverage of systemic issues…

Likely audience: Latina community leaders

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SubstackWeekly · last post 5 days ago

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

Likely audience: Bandcamp users

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 6 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 7 days ago

From recent posts: This publication delivers weekly updates on Spotify's platform evolution, covering music streaming, podcast partnerships, audiobook expansion, and AI integration. It serves industry professionals and enthusiasts…

Likely audience: Music industry professionals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 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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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 5 days ago

Welcome to THRESHOLD, a living notebook where sound, place, thoughts, and small crossings reveal bigger shifts. What we move through can move the world.

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

Un newsletter semanal con planes para hacer en Internet y en Buenos Aires 💌 Suscribite acá.

Likely audience: Buenos Aires locals

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 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 16 days ago

Sveriges största trendbrev: 25+ nya innovationer och fenomen i varje nummer.

Likely audience: Tech enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

NYC conductor curates this week’s must‑hear classical shows—Brooklyn gems included.

Likely audience: Classical music enthusiasts

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

From recent posts: No Expectations publishes weekly music reviews, streaming updates, and personal essays focused on indie rock, folk, and post-punk genres with a Midwest and Chicago scene focus. The publication targets music enthusiasts…

Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

From recent posts: Berlin Events Weekly is a weekly curated guide for residents and visitors seeking cultural festivals, music concerts, film screenings, and dining experiences in Berlin. The publication mixes practical event listings…

Likely audience: Berlin residents

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

From recent posts: Radio Popolare publishes a weekly international news roundup covering Italian politics, global conflicts, and cultural events, targeting readers interested in current affairs and social issues.

Likely audience: Labor union members

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

Essays, journal extracts, demos/covers, poems, paintings, the incessant howl of a soul in torment. Or as I call it, Hastings.

Likely audience: Music fans

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SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

Monthly updates with all the best tips and advice from IconicRiviera.com about the French Riviera (Côte d'Azur), Monaco, & Provence, France. (Aussi disponible en français.)

Likely audience: Travel enthusiasts

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SubstackMonthly or less · last post 20 days ago

From recent posts: Harry Baker's newsletter publishes personal anecdotes, poetry, and tour updates alongside announcements for his music projects, crowdfunding campaigns, and new publications. The publication targets fans of his work and…

Likely audience: Poetry enthusiasts

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SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

Interviews and insights, about rock, blues, the Allman Brothers. expat life and sports from 3X New York Times best-selling author Alan Paul. “A one-man music mag from rock’s finest narrative storyteller.” – Ted…

Likely audience: Music fans

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