Dan Pal writes about film, television, and music in addition to various memoirs. His Top Ten Memoir covers music from every year of his life and his Palangeau Park videos document with dedication and humor the progress of his gardening efforts.

Covering country music and queer issues. Born in Alabama. Former Nashvillian. Current Chicagoan.

Ditch the algorithm. Music discovery made easy—curated by someone who remembers when a mixtape could change your life.

Deep talks with notable gay men "of a certain age" about where we've been, who we are today and where we're going...

Weekly content on the intersection of music and tabletop roleplaying games.

"The best music history writing online!" It's rock, records, and radio, as we go behind the scenes of my years in FM rock radio and the record biz in the '70s & '80s!

Essays, stories & curiosities | Home of the novel "Lamb" - "The Books We ❤️ Club" - and "The Road to Published" - the choose-your-own-adventure approach to writing and publishing books

Pop music and other serious musings, all writtten by a gay guy who happens to be a pharmacist as well.

exploring the connection between music and sport and highlighting creative approaches to practice

A newsletter about the joys I find or create along the way, through music, through hiking, through learning to live life on life’s terms. One song at a time, one hike at a time, one day at a time...

For those looking for thoughtful writing on great music.

A disco kid and ’80s music nerd exploring the stories behind the 12-inch singles that defined disco, the ’80s and early-’90s club culture. Expect nostalgia, deep dives and a healthy dose of dry humor.

a snapshot of the culture.

I write about life, music, and whatever else is on my mind.

What do we know about love? Find, accept and explore love and commitment among gay, lesbian, bisexual and trans people in queer relationships through storytelling and interviews with LGBTQ+ folx.

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New music recommendations for people who don't keep up with new music. The record store experience, sans snobbery.

New music worth hearing. Old music worth remembering. Deep-dive playlists. Record reviews. Books. Concerts. New York City. Lou Reed. Genre-fluid.

A survivor's testimony in service of individual freedom and collective liberation

Weekly music essays from a millennial independent music journalist with 10+ years of experience. Here I share tips for early-stage musicians, advice for fellow indie music writers, and analysis of music industry trends for casual music listeners.

Because life has surface noise

The Music Week is a place to share, explore and discuss music. Every week I publish album reviews and recommendations, discussions, deep dives and more!

Writing about things I love & the people and moments that have shaped me

Academic librarian and zinester based in NYC. I write about music and whatever else strikes my fancy!

Writing, entrepreneurship, media strategy, and pop culture from the author of Dry Humping

Writing about the greatest music ever made.

Herizon Music: The Newsletter is a music industry publication and podcast spotlighting women's contributions to modern music and industry trends affecting women who work on stage, on air, and behind the scenes.

Canadian pop culture junkie who enjoys music and films.

Reflections from Casey Dienel (fka White Hinterland) on the creative process, gardening, and culture at large.

pop music, beyond the #1s

musings on music, maximalism, memorabilia, mysticism, and more!

Monthlyish updates on current projects from Mike Caulo 💌 mike@sipsman.com

Exploring the nooks and crannies of music from across the ages.

Rock history written from a queer lens.