Best Live Performances Newsletters in 2026

NewsletterFIT tracks 16 newsletters that cover Live performances as a primary topic, 15 of them with posts in the last 90 days. By publicly shown subscriber count, the largest are Death Cab for Cutie (167K), Steven Wilson (57K) and Well-Tempered Zealot (25K).

Updated Nov 6, 2026 · sorted by publicly shown subscribers · methodology

  1. 1
    Death Cab for Cutie167K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 14 days ago

    Formed in Bellingham, WA in 1997

    Likely audience: Festival goers

  2. 2
    Steven Wilson57K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

    The official Substack of UK musician Steven Wilson is the best way to get all things SW delivered straight to your inbox, without having to battle through news feeds and algorithms.

    Likely audience: Vinyl collectors

  3. 3
    Well-Tempered Zealot25K subscribers

    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

  4. 4
    Flagging Down the Double E's18K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Flagging Down the Double E's publishes travel journalism and music history focused on Bob Dylan's rare performances and tour anniversaries. The publication mixes travel series with zine promotions and tour updates.

    Likely audience: Bob Dylan fans

  5. 5
    CENTRO DA TERRA13K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    programação semanal do Centro da Terra - espaço cultural independente sem fins lucrativos

    Likely audience: Praticantes de yoga

  6. 6
    P.W. Elverum & Sun announcements12K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 33 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

  7. 7
    Greil Marcus / Letter in the Ether11K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 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

  8. 8
    Fish Sticks11K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 48 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

  9. 9
    Dominic Frisby's Comedy News8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Dominic Frisby's Comedy News publishes weekly updates on his comedy and theatre tours, including ticket links for shows ranging from stand-up to Shakespearean performances across the UK. The publication also features…

    Likely audience: Comedy fans

  10. 10
    Ballad of a New Pornographer4K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    A place where I – A.C. Newman bandleader of The New Pornographers – put new music not available anywhere else, try out new ideas, talk about process and how ideas transform over time.

    Likely audience: music industry professionals

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    Dedicate Your Life To Music2K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 28 days ago

    From recent posts: The author Cassidy shares updates on their new single 'The Glue,' including positive reception from KEXP and Bandcamp, and announces upcoming shows related to themes of parental estrangement and parenthood.

    Likely audience: Independent musicians

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    Postcards from Andrea Gerák —

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    Greetings to you from the journey of a Hungarian artist, with photos, music, stories, essays, poems

    Likely audience: Music fans

  13. 13
    korby—

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Korby publishes a rotating mix of music journalism, podcast episodes, and personal essays focused on analog experiences, community building, and digital resistance. The content targets listeners interested in live…

    Likely audience: music fans

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  14. 14
    nightafternight—

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 17 days ago

    From recent posts: Night After Night publishes live music reviews and event announcements focusing on jazz, classical, and experimental genres. The publication targets music enthusiasts and industry professionals interested in upcoming…

    Likely audience: Jazz enthusiasts

  15. 15
    ME,MY MAN and MUSIC—

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 48 days ago

    My Radio Free Marseille shows for future listening

    Likely audience: Music enthusiasts

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    Bigbimi34K subscribers

    Substacklast post Dec 1, 2024

    From recent posts: Bigbimi publishes event promotion announcements for music festivals, after-parties, and award ceremonies in Lagos, Nigeria. The publication serves as a direct invitation channel for attendees and community members to…

    Likely audience: EDM and rave music fans

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