# music blog (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 8 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover music blog. Page: Feed: --- ## [Fluxblog 618: very good background music!](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-618-very-good-background) _2026-08-21 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ Plus new songs by King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Jungle, and Carwyn Ellis & Rio 18 ## [Jesse Jones](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/jesse-jones) _2026-08-21 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ Composer Jesse Jones joins Leah Roseman on Conversations with Musicians in a long-form conversations about the bluegrass-fusion group EZRA, his life as a prize-winning composer and his lutherie. He reflects on how an accident changed his life, his love for microtonality, and music featuring EZRA, Jacob Jolliff, and pianist Xak Bjerken. Listen to the podcast or watch the video. ## [Introducing : Keeptweakin](https://sodwee.com/blog/2026/08/introducing-keeptweakin/) _2026-08-18 · Ben · Sodwee_ Orlando’s KeepTweakin arrives with Grove St, a seven-track blast of left-field rap, DIY energy and wonderfully unfiltered weirdness. Following 2025’s Can We Tweak, the new EP finds an artist happily ignoring the rulebook—and sounding all the more interesting for it. By : Ben over at Sodwee Read more at Introducing : Keeptweakin ## [Fontaines D.C. – Dopamine Chamber](https://sodwee.com/blog/2026/08/fontaines-d-c-dopamine-chamber/) _2026-08-18 · Ben · Sodwee_ Dopamine Chamber finds Fontaines D.C. leaving their guitar-driven past behind for a colder, stranger and more synthetic future. With “Marianne” as its decadent calling card, the band's fifth album explores pleasure, escapism and anxiety in an increasingly fractured world. Beautiful, unsettling and very, very Fontaines. By : Ben over at Sodwee Read more at Fontaines D.C. – Dopamine Chamber ## [Phoebe Bridgers’ Lost Weekend: The Sound of Living Through This | The Last Mixed Tape](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/08/15/phoebe-bridgers-lost-weekend-the-sound-of-living-through-this-the-last-mixed-tape/) _2026-08-15 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ Phoebe Bridgers' album "Lost Weekend" reflects on living in a world fraught with unresolved anxieties post-pandemic. Unlike its predecessor, "Punisher," which captured existential dread, "Lost Weekend" focuses on personal experiences like grief and relationships. Through its unique sound, it explores themes of disconnection, intimacy, and the struggle to engage with an indifferent environment. ## [The return of music blogs?](https://muddypawpr.substack.com/p/the-return-of-music-blogs) _2026-08-13 · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler_ Can we ever get that 2009 feeling back? ## [Fluxblog 617: even the mistakes that you make have a certain cohesion](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-617-even-the-mistakes-that) _2026-08-12 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ New songs from Sam & Louise Sullivan, Charli XCX, and Coupdekat ## [Donna Weng Friedman](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/donna-weng-friedman) _2026-08-09 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ The award-winning pianist Donna Weng Friedman enjoys a distinguished career as a soloist, chamber musician, educator, curator, producer, and filmmaker. She spoke to me about many of her inspiring projects, including the Joy Luck Trio, Microvids with composer Stefania de Kenessey and collaborators including violinist Curtis Stewart. You’ll hear how she got into film making and her award-winning… ## [Was David Bowie a Fascist? The Thin White Duke](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/08/08/was-david-bowie-a-fascist-the-thin-white-duke/) _2026-08-08 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ In 1976, David Bowie adopted the persona of the Thin White Duke, reflecting his elegant yet detached demeanor amidst a personal crisis marked by cocaine addiction and paranoia. This period also saw Bowie controversially praising fascism and appearing to salute Nazi imagery, raising enduring questions about his political views and legacy. ## [THE REPORT: 8/7/26](https://musicblog.substack.com/p/the-report-8726) _2026-08-07 · JOHN · JOHN'S MUSIC BLOG_ “WHISPER COUNTRY TO MR. 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Short in format but rich in atmosphere, these two fragments continue to expand the mysterious universe of one of French rap’s most fascinating voices. By : Ben over at Sodwee Read more at Luther – creeper + seed ## [Cloud Droppings – Hot Hot Heat](https://sodwee.com/blog/2026/08/cloud-droppings-hot-hot-heat/) _2026-08-04 · Ben · Sodwee_ Four tracks, four wildly different moods. Alabama Shakes return in glorious form, Emmit Fenn and LudWic drift into cinematic electronica, Chad Hugo and Tierra Whack embrace joyful chaos, while Kelela and Fousheé imagine the future of R&B. By : Ben over at Sodwee Read more at Cloud Droppings – Hot Hot Heat ## [U2’s Sunday Bloody Sunday: The Story Behind Bono’s “Not a Rebel Song”](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/08/01/u2s-sunday-bloody-sunday-the-story-behind-bonos-not-a-rebel-song/) _2026-08-01 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ U2's "Sunday Bloody Sunday" has sparked extensive debate since its release, with Bono emphasizing it's not a rebel song. A new documentary essay examines the song's origins, from the 1972 Bloody Sunday events to its recording and iconic performances. It highlights the band's focus on the human cost of violence over political messaging. ## [Boman Desai](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/boman-desai) _2026-07-31 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ I was honoured to record this interview with Boman Desai, whose wonderful recent novel “Brahms Comes to Dinner” I highly recommend. You’ll hear how this work came out of Boman’s larger novel “Trio” and he shared stories about several of his other acclaimed novels including “The Memory of Elephants”, “Portrait of a Woman Madly in Love” and his book about the Lennon-McCartney Beatles songs “Dancing… ## [Fluxpod Radio July 2026](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxpod-radio-july-2026) _2026-07-30 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ This is your subscriber premium! ## [Charli XCX’s Music, Fashion, Film Explained | What Happens After Brat?](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/07/25/charli-xcxs-music-fashion-film-explained-what-happens-after-brat/) _2026-07-25 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ Charli XCX’s latest album, Music, Fashion, Film, is analyzed as a reflection of contemporary artistic pressures and cultural expectations. It explores the transformation of musicians into multifaceted artists while navigating public narratives. The video essay considers the impact of social media on identity and reinvention, going beyond a mere album review. ## [PUBLIC LISTENING: TACO BELL](https://musicblog.substack.com/p/public-listening-taco-bell) _2026-07-24 · JOHN · JOHN'S MUSIC BLOG_ RISKING IT ALL FOR PRE-RECORDED MUSIC ## [Fluxblog 615: 1998, the summer of only wanting that thing, that thing, that thiiiiing](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-615-1998-the-summer-of-only) _2026-07-24 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ Plus new songs by Beabadoobee and Osees ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/s85ovfYHaNd1) _2026-07-24 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Tamsin Waley-Cohen](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/tamsin-waley-cohen) _2026-07-22 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ I have been so inspired to discover the brilliant British-American violinist Tamsin Waley-Cohen’s wonderful discography and I so enjoyed this opportunity to talk to her about her creative life. She spoke to me about the debut of her sister’s violin concerto and you’ll hear about Freya Waley-Cohen’s earlier work Permutations. Tamsin has performed and recorded extensively with the great pianist and… ## [HADAR - "HINKHALTANU MISHMAAT" || הדר ||2012](https://hadarjewishmusic.substack.com/p/hadar-hinkhaltanu-mishmaat-2012) _2026-07-21 · Na'amah Devine · :: hadar :: jewish music ::_ Visualizer ## [Hadar - Mishmaat: Now on Vinyl](https://hadarjewishmusic.substack.com/p/hadar-mishmaat-now-on-vinyl) _2026-07-20 · Na'amah Devine · :: hadar :: jewish music ::_ Not Your Zayde's Jewish Music... ## [Gilla Band, Mental Health and the Emotional Landscape of Ireland](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/07/18/gilla-band-mental-health-and-the-emotional-landscape-of-ireland/) _2026-07-18 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ Gilla Band, known for their intense and challenging music, evolved alongside frontman Dara Kiely’s experiences with mental health issues. This documentary highlights how their work reflects modern Ireland's emotional landscape, documenting personal and societal struggles. Through interviews and research, it captures the band's journey from surrealism to honest expression. ## [MorMor – Don’t Need It](https://sodwee.com/blog/2026/07/mormor-dont-need-it/) _2026-07-17 · Ben · Sodwee_ MorMor returns with Don’t Need It, a beautifully understated slice of indie soul that favours emotional honesty over instant gratification. Dreamy production, effortless vocals and quietly devastating songwriting make this one of those songs that sneaks into your playlist—and refuses to leave. By : Ben over at Sodwee Read more at MorMor – Don’t Need It ## [Fluxblog 614: 🧑🏼‍🎤Glam Era👩‍🎤 + Michael Alig's McDonald's Party + Madonna's 90s club influences](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-614-glam-era-michael-aligs) _2026-07-17 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ Plus new songs by CFCF, (un)familiar. & Devi McCallion, Kelela, and Allison Russell ## [Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical – Helado Tropical](https://sodwee.com/blog/2026/07/helado-negro-reyna-tropical-helado-tropical/) _2026-07-17 · Ben · Sodwee_ Like finding the perfect patch of shade on a scorching afternoon, Helado Tropical is cool, comforting and impossible to leave behind. Helado Negro and Reyna Tropical deliver nine effortlessly gorgeous songs that linger long after the ice has melted. By : Ben over at Sodwee Read more at Helado Negro & Reyna Tropical – Helado Tropical ## [Mary Beth Orr](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/mary-beth-orr) _2026-07-13 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ Mary Beth Orr is a wonderful award-winning horn player and folk vocal artist. Throughout this moving episode you’ll be hearing short excerpts from her album “The Singing Horn” which celebrates traditional Appalachian songs with Mahler and contemporary works composed for Mary Beth through Vox Novus’ Fifteen Minutes of Fame Project. Mary Beth is currently 3rd Horn of the Grand Rapids Symphony, and… ## [Julian Casablancas, Gaza and the Oxford Union: Why The Strokes Frontman Refused to Stay Silent](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/07/11/julian-casablancas-gaza-and-the-oxford-union-why-the-strokes-frontman-refused-to-stay-silent/) _2026-07-11 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ In this episode of The Last Mixed Tape, host Stephen White examines the backlash following Julian Casablancas' controversial analogy comparing American Zionists to enslaved Black people. The discussion highlights the impact of viral media on political discourse, the pitfalls of historical comparisons, and the urgency of addressing conversations about Gaza and displacement. ## [THE REPORT: 7/10/26](https://musicblog.substack.com/p/the-report-71026) _2026-07-10 · JOHN · JOHN'S MUSIC BLOG_ STRANGE BREW! ## [Watch chovy live code (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/9AL61jS4xWqZ) _2026-07-10 · **Sponsored**_ Join Mosh Coding streams with collaborative screen sharing and remote control, open source. ## [Fluxblog 613: Madonna is back on track!](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-613-madonna-is-back-on-track) _2026-07-09 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ Plus a playlist of 70s funk and new songs by Earthgirl and Ratboys ## [Ian Brennan Part 3](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/ian-brennan-part-3) _2026-07-06 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ This is my third conversation with Ian Brennan in this mini ongoing series with him, within my podcast. If you missed Parts 1 and 2 they are linked .Today you’ll hear about how he recorded some of the oldest voices in the world in Azerbaijan, and some of the bonus tracks including the Kronos quartet and The Good Ones. Ian shared how he met the Malawi Mouse Boys and then brought them to… ## [Phoebe Bridgers’ ‘Lost Boys’ Turns Smartphone Anxiety Into a Protest Song](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/07/04/phoebe-bridgers-lost-boys-turns-smartphone-anxiety-into-a-protest-song/) _2026-07-04 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ Phoebe Bridgers is back with Lost Boys, her first solo single from the newly announced album Lost Weekend and buried inside the song is a dark inversion of one of the most famous slogans in protest music. Woody Guthrie wrote: “This Machine Kills Fascists.” Phoebe Bridgers sings: “This machine is killing me.” In this video \[…\] ## [Fluxblog 612: playlists for ya! playlists for ya!](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-612-playlists-for-ya-playlists) _2026-07-02 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ I've picked out a few fun ones for your hot summer holiday weekend. ## [Fluxpod Radio June 2026](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxpod-radio-june-2026) _2026-06-29 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ This is your monthly subscriber premium ## [Ruby Colley](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/ruby-colley) _2026-06-29 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ I’m so happy to bring you this episode with the British Ivor-nominated composer, violinist and sound artist Ruby Colley. She grew up with her artist parents and her brother Paul who is neuro-divergent and non-speaking. This conversation shines a light on her beautiful album Hello Halo with the brilliant Exaudi vocal ensemble. She composed this alongside her brother, transcribing Paul’s sounds and… ## [The Continued Fall of Róisín Murphy | How a Queer Icon Lost Her Audience](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/06/27/the-continued-fall-of-roisin-murphy-how-a-queer-icon-lost-her-audience/) _2026-06-27 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ The video essay discusses Róisín Murphy's recent comments about transgender people, which have drawn criticism from artists and strained her relationship with the LGBTQ+ community. It examines the impact of such estrangement on an artist's identity and legacy, exploring the interplay between music, culture, and audience interpretation. ## [THE REPORT: 6/26/26](https://musicblog.substack.com/p/the-report-62626) _2026-06-26 · JOHN · JOHN'S MUSIC BLOG_ GETTING $QUIBBY WITH IT ## [Fluxblog 611: late 90s abstract funk](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-611-late-90s-abstract-funk) _2026-06-25 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ Plus new songs by The Field, Squarepusher, and Goose ## [Why Getting Scrappy Is Still One of the Best Skills an Indie Musician Can Have](https://muddypawpr.substack.com/p/why-getting-scrappy-is-still-one) _2026-06-23 · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler_ Remember when creating music felt like a high and not a never ending to do list? ## [Why Gen Z Loves The Cure: Olivia Rodrigo, Robert Smith and the Future of Music Discovery](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/06/20/why-gen-z-loves-the-cure-olivia-rodrigo-robert-smith-and-the-future-of-music-discovery/) _2026-06-20 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ Olivia Rodrigo's collaboration with Robert Smith of The Cure highlights the evolving music landscape shaped by platforms like TikTok and Spotify. The episode examines how younger artists introduce Gen Z to past music, creating a cultural bridge, and discusses David Byrne's perspective on music discovery as an archive rather than a timeline. ## [Duo FAE: Charlene Kluegel and Katherine Petersen](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/duo-fae-charlene-kluegel-and-katherine-petersen) _2026-06-20 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ Duo FAE violinist Charlene Kluegel and pianist Katherine Petersen join me with a focus on their album Dissidents of the Gilded Age with music of Dame Ethel Smyth, Cécile Chaminade and Amy Beach. We got into conversations around education, what a path to a career in classical music can look like, and how they have dealt with challenges including becoming mothers. Podcast, Video and Transcript.… ## [Fluxblog 610: let's time travel to summer '71](https://fluxblog.substack.com/p/fluxblog-610-lets-time-travel-to) _2026-06-19 · Matthew Perpetua · Fluxblog: Music Blog_ Plus new songs by No Joy, Suki Waterhouse, and Olivia Rodrigo ## [Here's what the top indie music publicity companies are doing differently](https://muddypawpr.substack.com/p/heres-what-the-top-indie-music-publicity) _2026-06-17 · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler_ and what to look for when you're hiring a music publicist or music strategist ## [Why Ireland Still Sings Viva la Quinta Brigada: Christy Moore, Belfast Riots and Ireland’s Anti-Fascist Tradition](https://thelastmixedtape.com/2026/06/13/why-ireland-still-sings-viva-la-quinta-brigada-christy-moore-belfast-riots-and-irelands-anti-fascist-tradition/) _2026-06-13 · Stephen White · The Last Mixed Tape_ The discussion centers on Christy Moore’s song "Viva la Quinta Brigada," which commemorates Irish volunteers fighting fascism in the Spanish Civil War. It highlights themes of identity, belonging, and anti-fascism in contemporary Ireland. The episode of The Last Mixed Tape, hosted by Stephen White, delves into its enduring significance. ## [PUBLIC LISTENING: BURGERFI](https://musicblog.substack.com/p/public-listening-burgerfi) _2026-06-12 · JOHN · JOHN'S MUSIC BLOG_ TIME FOR SOME REAL BURGER MUSIC ## [Jayne Dent](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/jayne-dent) _2026-06-10 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ Jayne Dent is a British interdisciplinary artist, singer and composer and I was absolutely delighted to explore ideas around a creative and playful life with her. You’ll be hearing clips of music from Me Lost Me, with inspirations from folk culture old and new. She opened my mind to what folk creativity and community can mean in the 21st century.You’ll also hear about community music making,… ## [The Biggest Advantage Indie Artists Have (And Most Ignore)](https://muddypawpr.substack.com/p/the-biggest-advantage-indie-artists) _2026-06-08 · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler · Muddy Paw PR — Angela Tyler_ While everyone is trying to crack the algorithm, this is what successful artists are doing to quietly build sustainable careers. ## [PJ Adzima](https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/pj-adzima) _2026-05-31 · Leah Roseman · Episodes - leahroseman.com Conversations with Musicians with Leah Roseman podcast_ In this podcast, PJ Adzima (The Book of Mormon) shares his journey from farm life to Broadway and CEO of Stage Time. He reflects on a pivotal moment: "He saw a kid with hunger and talent... and it changed my life." Listen to how PJ is creating opportunities, and how drag, comedy and his energetic drive have fueled his success. Podcast, Video and Transcript. ## [THE REPORT: 5/29/26](https://musicblog.substack.com/p/the-report-52926) _2026-05-29 · JOHN · JOHN'S MUSIC BLOG_ NEVER STOP BLOGGING