Browse newsletters about music discovery

Shatter the Standards | Substack

by Brandon O'Sullivan

Shatter the Standards unearths musical gems, promotes diverse music discussions, and champions overlooked genres via reviews, podcasts, and lists.

Herb Sundays | Sam Valenti IV | Substack

by Sam Valenti IV

Herb Sundays, by Sam Valenti IV, features playlists and essays from 'world-class music fans,' exploring their unique tastes and music's profound influence.

New Bands for Old Heads | Gabbie | Substack

by Gabbie

Gabbie's New Bands for Old Heads helps music lovers discover new artists. She connects contemporary sounds to what you grew up with via curated recommendations and genre guides.

KLOF Magazine Newsletter | Substack

by KLOF Mag

Alex Gallacher's KLOF Mag (est. 2004) champions intelligent, experimental music from the margins, with curated playlists, recommendations, and exclusive articles.

Jazz and Coffee | Syd Schwartz | Substack

by Syd Schwartz

Music industry veteran Syd Schwartz explores album backstories, deep diving into jazz & other genres. Expect personal anecdotes & insights from his decades-long career.

Grace Spelman Music Project | Substack

by Grace Spelman

Grace Spelman offers twice-weekly, human-curated music recommendations, helping you discover new tracks beyond algorithmic slop with playlists, deep dives, and commentary.

zensounds | Stephan Kunze | Substack

by Stephan Kunze

Freelance journalist Stephan Kunze's zensounds explores ambient and experimental music, from electronic and rock to free jazz and vaporwave.

Futurism Restated | Philip Sherburne | Substack

by Philip Sherburne

Veteran music journalist and DJ Philip Sherburne shares his discerning takes on new electronic and experimental music releases, featuring reviews and artist interviews.

AHB's Goodies | Alec Hanley Bemis | Substack

by Alec Hanley Bemis

Music curator Alec Hanley Bemis shares semi-monthly eclectic mixtapes and archival playlists, offering unique sonic discoveries and moving beyond algorithms.

Cultura de Discos | Substack

by Cultura de Discos

Cultura de Discos curates music recommendations across all genres and eras. It spotlights albums, playlists, and an ephemeral weekly radio for discovery.

Somewhere Soul | Off Grid | Josh Mason-Quinn | Substack

by Josh Mason-Quinn

Josh Mason-Quinn's Somewhere Soul Off Grid offers tranquil music discovery, with weekly updates, album spotlights, and curated playlists.

birdland records Substack

by birdland news

A weekly newsletter from birdland news covering music (especially jazz), politics, satire, and broader cultural topics.

Fluxblog: Music Blog

by Matthew Perpetua

Matthew Perpetua's Fluxblog newsletter delivers weekly music posts, curated playlists, and podcast episodes, building on his active music blog since 2002.

Concrete Avalanche | Jake | Substack

by Jake

Jake explores indie and alt music from China, introducing new artists and releases. An experienced writer, his work appears in BBC and The Wire.

On Repeat Records | Kevin Alexander | Substack

by Kevin Alexander

Kevin Alexander's On Repeat Records delivers handpicked tracks, forgotten gems, interviews, and reviews, building a community for music lovers to discover new sounds.

The Infinite Loop | Assorted Tapes | Substack

by Assorted Tapes

AJ Flores curates The Infinite Loop, a music newsletter offering context and direct access to hidden gems, global tracks, and timeless hits.

START-TRACK

by START-TRACK

START-TRACK fosters a community for readers to engage and share interests through comments and discussions within the newsletter.

Humans vs Robots on Substack | Substack

by Humans vs Robots

Humans vs Robots is a unique music discovery magazine. It offers weekly playlists, album reviews, longform stories on music history, and contextualized news.

Derrick G-Mail | Derrick Gee | Substack

by Derrick Gee

DJ and radio host Derrick Gee explores music trends, culture, and new releases through monthly essays, weekly favorite songs, and a radio show.

Your Publication

by Your Music Hub

Your Music Hub provides a central space for music enthusiasts, covering diverse genres, emerging artists, and industry news with engaging insights.

deep cuts

by Oliver Kemp

Oliver Kemp's `deep cuts` offers weekly articles on music history, niche genres, and artist interviews. Paid subscribers receive exclusive weekly reviews and community access.

Songletter | Substack

by Songletter

Songletter connects music fanatics to discover great songs through human recommendations, ignoring algorithms. Expect weekly posts with 2-3 handpicked tracks.

Record Store | amaya lim | Substack

by amaya lim

Amaya Lim, a musician from bands Buttermother and Bike Lane, curates playlists to help readers discover and rediscover music.

Stinkweeds New Release Mailer | Stinkweeds Records | Substack

by Stinkweeds Records

Stinkweeds Records, a Phoenix institution operating since 1987, provides updates on new music releases and the local Phoenix music scene.

Evil Speakers - Steven Hyden

Dan explores great global music, from new releases to obscure gems across all genres. Expect personal takes and lively community discussion.

On Repeat Records uncovers captivating songs, new releases, and forgotten gems, curated to become your next obsession.

Ray Padgett's "Flagging Down the Double E's" newsletter explores unique corners of music, delivering deep dives, forgotten histories, and fresh perspectives.