How to Make Art & Not Lose Your Mind in a Tortured Poets Era
A guest essay to remind us of our collective power, and the power of art to shift culture and literally change our world for the better.
A guest essay to remind us of our collective power, and the power of art to shift culture and literally change our world for the better.
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Ukrainian journalist and musician Kseniia Yanus meets industrial & dark folk artists who continue to create music despite the challenges of war.
You can’t move in Ostend for Marvin-mania.
Your monthly dose of music recommendations.
Did piracy inspire the current boom in music, and where is music's Anthony Bourdain?
Guest post by the President of the European Composer & Songwriter Alliance (ECSA).
It's happening... again. It's that first Friday of the month when Bandcamp doesn't take any commission. To celebrate we have a little discount at the end of this email. This little bonus newsletter of music recommendations is partly to help those of you who
"Music has always been my refuge, a place where I can truly express myself." That line is something I think all musicians and crowd members can relate to. It reminded me of when I came up with the name for Drowned in Sound, and I was trying to
Speaking out, reasonably and responsibly, must be made safer. Until then, it needs to be done carefully.
Music recommendations, a playlist and some thoughts on grunge.
Following on from the UK Government's Misogyny in Music report, here's a digest of 11 articles & videos & podcasts that directly and indirectly highlight the issues raised by the inquiry. I've added a few thoughts after the links at the end. Article: Music
Welcome to the first edition of Drowned in Sound’s monthly Browser’s Digest.
The Time's Up tidal wave has reached the shores of the UK music industry... and it will require everyone - from government to executives to security staff to studio owners to music fans - to push for change. Before getting into the chilling findings of the new government
The slow return of Drowned in Sound continues. As 2024 coughs and splutters into action, this 'note from the editor' is a little different to my usual newsletters that oscillate between exploring the future of music and sharing music recommendations... Firstly, you might be wondering what you'
Why music fans should consider the artist at this "special time" of year, but don’t feel shame... it’s not your fault!
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New podcast with a new artist mentor
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Recording the latest season of the Drowned in Sound podcast has made me really miss accidentally smudging the newspaper ink from my fingers onto my nose
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Conversations about the future of music journalism
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Darling, I’m a nightmare dressed like a daydream
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New podcast about The Big Issue’s campaign to help grassroots venues
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Versions by The Anchoress is out today
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Explore the records and then vote for your 3 favourites in our alternative to the Mercury Prize
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Help us create the Neptune prize long list
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A playlist for you
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Or how Patti Smith inspired a pilgrimage.
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A few ideas
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Stuck. On. Repeat.
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And a quick favour
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Or why I've got money on my mind as we head into the bank holiday.
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New podcast with leading researcher Vick Bain + playlist