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Evil Speakers is a music newsletter by Steven Hyden covering albums, artist catalogs, and reader-question columns about rock and Americana. Readers get album reviews, deep dives into artists like John Prine and Car Seat Headrest, and recommendations for music discovery.
Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes shares personal stories, demos, and songs from his band's world, including tributes to Benmont Tench and collaborations with Goose members in the side project Rainbow Body. Readers get behind-the-scenes insight, early demos, and recommendations from a working LA musician.
Long-form guides to band discographies and best-of lists, with album-by-album commentary and personal context. Recent issues cover the Cure in two parts and a live review of the band YHWH Nailgun.
Wayne Robins shares personal, anecdotal storytelling about rock and pop music, mixing archival interviews, reviews and reflections on artists like Jeff Tweedy, Billy Preston and The Residents. Readers get conversational music history, behind-the-scenes memories and pointers to his archive and upcoming interviews.
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