The hottest Music Substack posts right now

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600 Artists' Monthly Spotify Listenership

Stream N' Destroy • 78 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
🎶 Music Rock Metal Punk Spotify
  1. 600 Hard Rock, Metal, and Punk(ish) Artists have experienced significant growth in Monthly Spotify Listenership.
  2. Various artists like Ghost, Deftones, and Falling in Reverse have seen a massive increase in their monthly Spotify listeners over nine months.
  3. Data on monthly Spotify listenership offers insights into the health of genres, the impact of marketing efforts, and the success of tours in building audiences.

Music’s Golden Age

Interesting bits • 78 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
🎶 Music Music Production Music Industry
  1. Music consumption has evolved significantly, with endless options and easy access to diverse genres.
  2. Technology is transforming music creation, making it more accessible for everyone.
  3. Speculations on the future of music include personalized soundtracks, AI-generated music, and potential challenges with royalties and individualized music taste.
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The Splendor of Music

Innovation Nation • 78 implied HN points • 15 Aug 23
🎶 Music Listening Equipment Quality Genres Playlist
  1. Music has a powerful impact on emotions and can bring immense joy and depth to life.
  2. Audiophiles are passionate about high-quality sound systems and equipment to fully immerse themselves in music.
  3. Upgrading to better quality equipment can drastically enhance the music listening experience, redefining how one perceives and enjoys music.

Song Feature: Waverunner

Litverse • 119 implied HN points • 15 Dec 22
🎶 Music Bands Albums Consciousness Philosophy
  1. Job Creators is a math rock band formed by two long-time friends with a unique musical journey that evolved over the years.
  2. Their music explores themes like consciousness, love, and the human experience in the digital age through their albums like 'Systems Online' and 'Dream Harvest'.
  3. The single 'Waverunner' by Job Creators is a blend of upset optimism and features a sample from philosopher Alan Watts, capturing the essence of consciousness and living in the present moment.

The Power of the AM

Dada Drummer Almanach • 187 implied HN points • 20 Jun 23
🎶 Music Radio
  1. AM radio stations are equipped with emergency resources to reach populations during crises.
  2. AM radio can be sensitive to electronic interference from various household devices.
  3. Efforts are being made to ensure that electric cars include AM radio for emergency broadcasting.

"Love Child" by Diana Ross & the Supremes (and bonus tracks)

Rock 'n' Roll with Me • 19 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
🎶 Music Soul Pop History Entertainment
  1. Diana Ross and the Supremes were a major Motown group in the 1960s, known for their stylish performances and hit songs.
  2. Their success helped pave the way for future African-American artists in pop and soul music, with twelve of their singles hitting number one on the Billboard charts.
  3. Behind their hits, there were talented songwriters and musicians, although not all voices on their recordings belonged to the group members themselves.

Got to Give It Up

Dada Drummer Almanach • 202 implied HN points • 16 May 23
🎶 Music Copyright Songwriting Plagiarism Artists Popularity
  1. Copyright lawsuits in the music industry can have varying outcomes, like with the cases of Marvin Gaye's songs and recent hits.
  2. Ed Sheeran's legal victory in a copyright case highlighted the debate over common elements in music.
  3. Sheeran's argument about pop songs being similar, written quickly, and prone to plagiarism raised questions about the future of AI-generated music and copyright laws.

Single Release: Lighthouse

Litverse • 59 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
🎶 Music Songwriting Music Production Album release
  1. The song 'Lighthouse' by Job Creators was inspired by a proposal at Roosevelt Island's lighthouse to capture a moment of anticipating a new source of light and life.
  2. The creation of the song took place during a period of chaos and uncertainty, with the song evolving to reflect the feeling of waiting for a significant moment.
  3. The band's upcoming album, 'Love Monster,' is set for release on October 13, with 'Lighthouse' being a part of the album available on various music platforms.

Hard Rock & Metal At THE GRAMMYs

Stream N' Destroy • 58 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
🎶 Music Rock Metal Awards History
  1. The Best Metal Performance category remained while Best Hard Rock Performance went away after being combined briefly in 2012 and 2013.
  2. There is a mix of genre acts in various rock-related categories at the GRAMMYs, including Best Rock Performance, Best Rock Song, and Best Rock Album.
  3. The Academy sometimes misses the mark by nominating legacy acts for cover songs or older work, which can overshadow newer achievements and younger acts in the music industry.

Back in the Day

Useful Noise • 58 implied HN points • 15 Feb 23
🎶 Music Hip-hop Analysis Culture
  1. Losing musicians you grew up with can hit hard because it makes you reflect on your own mortality
  2. Rap music from different eras can teach different life lessons and perspectives
  3. Independent hip hop labels like Rawkus and Quannum seek to create community and support unique artists

"My Maria," B.W. Stevenson (1973)

The Lost Songs Project • 58 implied HN points • 08 May 23
🎶 Music History Review
  1. The song 'My Maria' was not an original by Brooks and Dunn, but rather by B.W. Stevenson in 1973.
  2. The song 'My Maria' by B.W. Stevenson peaked at #9 on the Hot 100 and has 9.2 million streams.
  3. There is a well-organized archive of Billboard magazines where one can find interesting musical history.

Two Acclaimed Albums—Heard in a New Light

The Chase • 58 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
🎶 Music Albums Recovery Artists Sobriety Lyrics
  1. Two acclaimed albums, Southeastern and Saint Cloud, by Alabama artists dive deep into sobriety themes.
  2. Both Jason Isbell and Waxahatchee openly share their journey to sobriety through their music.
  3. The albums reflect themes of transformation, moving forward, and personal growth rather than dwelling on victimhood and rock bottom experiences.

Empathy No. 125

Empathy: The Remnant Pieces • 58 implied HN points • 22 May 23
🎶 Music Events Artists Reviews
  1. The author attended a surprise music event by Cobalt Sky with a new lead singer, Roderick Butler.
  2. Roderick Butler, previously known for his math skills, surprised with his exceptional singing talent.
  3. The band, with their new vocalist, might be gearing up for a big performance at the Winter Homecoming entertainment event.

Avenged Sevenfold, P.O.D., Staind

Stream N' Destroy • 58 implied HN points • 05 Oct 23
🎶 Music Charts Albums Music videos Sales
  1. The post discusses recent music video and album charts for Avenged Sevenfold, P.O.D., and Staind.
  2. There are updates on recent music industry signings, like Alex Vile with Paladin Artists and Bloom with Pure Noise Records.
  3. The post highlights the top Hard Rock and Metal music videos and albums in the US and UK, featuring various popular artists like Sleep Token, Linkin Park, and Staind.

A Song a Year in the Making

Xavi Benjamin • 19 implied HN points • 18 Mar 24
🎶 Music Songwriting Collaboration
  1. The new song 'Mueva La Cintura' by Xavi Benjamin and Aleyzza was a collaboration that started in February 2023, inspired by the Spanish phrase 'mueve la cintura,' meaning 'move your waist.'
  2. The song's creation process involved FaceTiming with Cardec and led to the birth of a dance song with a hook co-written during a trip to Puerto Rico.
  3. The post offers a special preview of the song set to be released on May 1st and gives insights into the creative journey behind it.

In search of a soundtrack

The Author Is Dumb • 4 implied HN points • 28 Nov 24
🎶 Music Albums Listening Writing Collaboration
  1. Music helps to create a flow when writing, making it easier to focus and get into the right mindset.
  2. Certain songs can bring back memories of specific books or writing projects, linking music with personal experiences.
  3. The author is looking for help from readers to create a playlist for their new writing project, encouraging collaboration and fresh ideas.

Metalcore Milestones

Stream N' Destroy • 39 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🎶 Music Genre Bands Playlist
  1. Metalcore genre started with a specific style of guitars, breakdowns, vocals, and subject matter.
  2. Metalcore records have evolved and influenced the genre year by year.
  3. Artists in metalcore are often uncomfortable with genre labels, but connections among them are undeniable.

Communication in the Presence of Noise

Cybernetic Forests • 39 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🎶 Music Experimental AI Critique Resistance
  1. The new album "Communication in the Presence of Noise" by The Organizing Committee is a blend of AI experimentation and antifascist critique in music.
  2. The project aims to start conversations about AI early, challenging the perception of music created by machines as opposed to humans.
  3. The Organizing Committee's music serves as a form of resistance against unregulated technological optimism, applying critical data studies to subvert computational ideologies.

10 great music movies I saw this year

Austin Kleon • 239 implied HN points • 07 Dec 21
🎶 Music Music culture Songwriting Music genres
  1. There are many great movies centered around music that offer insights for creative people. They can be entertaining and educational, no matter your interest in music.
  2. Movies like 'The Sparks Brothers' and 'Summer of Soul' explore the history and influence of bands and music festivals, showcasing both the music and the culture around it.
  3. Even if you don’t like musical theater, documentaries about composers like Stephen Sondheim can change your perspective and inspire writers in any field.

My Chem, Alestorm, Ghost

Stream N' Destroy • 39 implied HN points • 04 Apr 23
🎶 Music Concerts Sales Charts Certifications
  1. The post discusses recent attendance and ticket sales of various hard rock, metal, and punk artists worldwide.
  2. It mentions top performers like Red Hot Chili Peppers, My Chemical Romance, Paramore, and Linkin Park.
  3. The post also highlights Brit sales certifications for bands like AC/DC, Bring Me The Horizon, and Rammstein.