Podcasters & Radio Hosts
Featuring those who discuss their love of music on the airwaves
The Music Directory is submission-based! Please check out the submission form to be featured in any of the listed categories.
Alex Lester writes
“Chaotic Good Jazz is a weekly newsletter digging into the wild, the weird, and the deeply groovy corners of modern jazz. Each issue features a curated playlist — from experimental and spiritual grooves to acid jazz bangers and off-the-rails sax solos.”
This radio host also wants listeners to know: “You can also catch Chaotic Good Jazz every Friday from 10–Noon PT broadcasting live on Portland Oregon's Shady Pines Radio.”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Playlist Curator, DJ/Selector
Amar Patel writes
“I offer fortnightly deep and meaningful takes on arts and culture. A mix of critique and memoir. Previous features have explored the dawn of electronic music in India, unpacked coming of age movie Dídi (a 2024 favourite), considered how Seth in Nobody Wants This breaks the mould in romcom leading men and pondered the wider story that Sheena Patel's vengeful protagonist tells in I'm A Fan. As a broadcaster, I make Moonbeam Levels, which is my world in sound. The format is mixtape meets record club, bridging eras and flouting genre. Hopefully going monthly on a new station in 2025. Come fly with me.”
This radio host also wants listeners to know: “I have been writing professionally for around 20 years, treading water in the ravine between journalism and copywriting. I started out as a music journalist for the likes of Straight No Chaser, Urb, Undercover and the BBC. Music was my first love and will always be at the core of my being.
I feel most alive when sparked by someone’s creativity and compelled to sit with their work for a while until its meaning becomes clearer. These slow-burn reflections will evolve into dispatches – untethered from release schedules and trending topics, snap judgments and hot takes.
I was unsure about joining another platform, and feeling pressure to feed the beast. There is a lot of chat on here about goals and numbers. Many of us are just trying to figure it all out, aren’t we. And enjoy writing.
My answer is to remain in play mode, work on my craft, let out distilled thoughts as they arise and roam around the marvelous community we have on here. Let's make a connection really mean something.”see also: DJ/Selector, Writer/Journalist
Asmi Shetty writes
“MORPHINE, a creative writing experiment by Asmi Shetty, blends memoir and journalism to explore obscure sounds and their interplay with life. By focusing on niche and underrepresented communities in music, particularly artists of Eastern heritage like the writer herself, it opens a dialogue with lesser-known auditory worlds.”
This radio host also wants listeners to know: “Originally from India and currently in Berlin. I am also the Deputy Editor at Inverted Audio, a UK based underground music magazine & a resident radio host at Berlin's Refuge Worldwide since two years. My radio show is called 'Spicetape' and Invites South Asian & Middle Eastern creatives in music.”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Reviewer/Critic
Bruce Warren writes
“My substack is a music discovery newsletter about musicians, songs, albums, industry ideas, etc that I am particularly excited about and want to share with other music lovers.”
This radio host also wants listeners to know: “I'm a lifelong music obsessive with 35+ years of music industry experience working in radio in Philly at WXPN and as Executive Producer of World Cafe distributed by National Public Radio (NPR).”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Producer
Charyn Harris writes
“I provide a mix of vlogs and blogs about music culture called Deep Cut Masterclass, aiming to highlight those who have been largely under-represented in larger circles. As a musician starting my career in NYC in the early 1980’s, there was no social media and some videos are hard to find. I’m hoping I can share a slice of life as someone who was fortunate enough to be either in the room or adjacent.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “I am also in artist management and a Professor/course designer of music industry studies.”
see also: Musician, Educator
Cris Cohen writes
“Cris Cohen interviews professional musicians from the worlds of rock, Americana, blues, etc.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “I also create custom content and manage social media for Huey Lewis & The News, The Fabulous Thunderbirds, Cowboy Mouth, and other artists.”
see also: Writer/Journalist
“I track new releases, do quirky album reviews and write longer pieces on music related topics. In short, it’s a space for all of my musings on music and whimsical nonsense. It's a free newsletter but I would absolutely love for people to subscribe at the paid tier!”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Musician, DJ/Selector, Producer
Jeff Van Dreason writes
“I'm creating a playlist and adding a new song every day, then writing a few words about it. My plan is to keep this going for as long as I can, sharing my eclectic taste and hearing feedback from readers and listeners.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “I have a massive record collection that I may need to start pairing down or my wife may divorce me? :D”
see also: Playlist Curator, Reviewer/Critic, Writer/Journalist, Collector
“Midwest based multi-hyphenated artist and radio host who makes music playlists inspired by creativity and life situations.”
This radio host also wants listeners to know: “"Your radio show makes me think." Electric Radio Club plays an eclectic mix of indie and alternative and everything that influences the genre. From new to old to song innovators and music trailblazers, radio host, Joi creates themed "mixtapes" to inspire your day. Broadcasts LIVE Monday 7pm CST on www.em-radio.com and available for streaming on Mixcloud.”
see also: Playlist Curator
José Carlos Santos writes
“Interviews, playlists, podcast episodes, old magazine features, reviews, lists and a lot more - The Devil's Mouth is a resource for discovering mostly underground, lesser known artists, both new and old.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “I am based in Portugal and I deal mostly with the heavier side of music as that has been my main field of work for the past 25 years, but The Devil's Mouth is 100% international and genre-free, so I welcome suggestions from anywhere in the world and about all kinds of music. Get in touch and let's find each other new favourite bands!”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Playlist Curator, DJ/Selector, Reviewer/Critic, Collector
Joseph writes
“a bi-weekly digest of reviews, interviews, and special features dedicated to experimental and instrumental music.”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Musician, DJ/Selector, Reviewer/Critic, Historian/Scholar/Researcher, Collector, Educator
Karen Joy Brown writes
“Supernova Support is a newsletter/podcast exploring the collision between songwriting and emotional wellness and the exponential synergy between them. Karen Joy Brown and Katie Phillips are two burnt-out bitches on a mission to help songwriters (including themselves!) overcome fear and doubt to bring exceptional songs to the world.”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Musician
Keith Bacon writes
“** Sharing personal stories inspired by popular songs.** You know how a certain song can be forever associated with a moment in your life? In this weekly newsletter I share stories that come to mind when I hear a particular piece of music. Or a moment that gets a certain song playing in my head.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “If these songs bring up your own stories, please share them!”
see also: Writer/Journalist
Keith R. Higgons writes
“Music centric. Could be a new podcast episode, could be a piece about an album or song that maybe you've forgotten about.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “I have two music related podcasts - Center Stage: An Abandoned Albums Podcast and The Mix n' Match Podcast.”
see also: Writer/Journalist
Manny Faces writes
“Exploring the innovative, inspiring, and sometimes surprising ways that Hip Hop music and culture are being used to help uplift humanity, in areas including education, science and technology, health and wellness, politics and social justice, business and entrepreneurship, and more.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: I have a book coming out soon, based on the newsletter's sibling, Hip Hop Can Save America! The Podcast!
see also: Historian/Scholar/Researcher, Advocate, Writer/Journalist
“Diggin’ in My Crates is a love letter to music that lingers—the songs that get caught in your chest and refuse to let go.”
see also: DJ/Selector, Historian/Scholar/Researcher, Collector, Writer/Journalist
Niamh writes
“we’re all over social media — one more ‘drop video’ and i’ll scream. it’s hard to cut through the noise and find things worth spending our scroll time on. as someone who’s worked in music - specifically club culture - for a few years now, i’ve wanted to craft a space which could enact as a passion dump. i’m a DJ, broadcaster and digital creative and strategist based in the (v underrepresented) North of England and have many thoughts, loves, hates, and a deep yearning to connect with new people. this is a space culminating all sorts: it’s a multimedia, all-encompassing scrapbook away from the noise of social media. we can chat about music, speak to artists, talk about productions and musical processes. i’ll share with you what i’m up to across the DJ and radio world, with monthly recommendations and regular championing of the north of the uk. you can reciprocate. it'll be a fun ride :)”
see also: DJ/Selector, Writer/Journalist
“Queue Points Mag is a newsletter & digital publication delivering more of the music news & content you love. Queue Points is the Black Podcasting Award and Ambie Award nominated podcast "dropping the needle on Black music history."”
“Disorderly digging in an algorithmic world. Lesser known, independent & alternative artists. Lazy & hazy vibes.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “Close your eyes when listening.”
see also: Playlist Curator, Reviewer/Critic
Stanley C. writes
“Twice weekly music essays from a millennial independent music journalist with 10+ years 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.”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Reviewer/Critic, Playlist Curator
Sterling Bennett writes
“We are a radio show and publication for the Roots music creators and community. Folk, Country and Blues. We’ll be highlighting current roots artists and where and when they are touring so you can go catch em live at your local venue.”
see also: DJ/Selector, Producer, Musician
Thea Wood writes
“Herizon Music spotlights women in music and the issues that affect them.”
This podcaster also wants listeners to know: “Author and Recording Academy member.”
see also: Writer/Journalist
“A Substack newsletter for forward-facing music fans— a mix of new LP reviews, old music reveries and obsessively-curated playlist streams, plus interviews, video content, and easter-egg hyperlinks. We are genre-fluid: Rock, jazz, folk, country, r&b, hip-hop, afrobeats, reggae, reggaeton, salsa, samba, experimental music, contemporary classical, and (especially) things in-between.”
This podcaster and radio host also wants listeners to know: “I’ve been writing about music and culture for nearly 40 years. My work also appears in Rolling Stone, The New York Times, Pitchfork, Uncut (UK). You may hear me on NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered. Back in the day I wrote for SPIN, the Village Voice, Minneapolis’ City Pages, and Option. I also write books: Love Goes To Buildings On Fire: Five Years in New York That Changed Music Forever, and more recently, Lou Reed: The King of New York. (Yep: I’m a New Yorker.)”
See also: Playlist Curator, DJ/Selector, Reviewer/Critic, Historian/Scholar/Researcher, Collector, Writer/Journalist
Will McCartney writes
“Noise Narrative explores music and its impact on life. Featuring interviews, radio shows, historical deep dives and monthly album recommendations. Run by Will McCartney, who has previous writing in The Quietus, Mixmag, The Line of Best Fit, Inverted Audio & more.
Noise Narrative's content includes:
- a deep dive into a Latvian revolutionary who smuggled techno past the KGB
- an investigation into how Two-Tone music united Thatcher's broken Britain
- an interview feature looking at a protest play in Tunisia
- a conversation with Africa's leading ecomusicologist
- monthly album recommendations & an End of Year Top 50 list
- monthly radio shows, including one forthcoming on NTS.”see also: Writer/Journalist, Playlist Curator, Reviewer/Critic, Historian/Scholar/Researcher
“YeahYal is a podcast mix of eclectic vibes spanning multiple genres and eras. New mixes every month. DJ mixes and playlists offer nostalgic jams paired with “newish” songs as relevant companions. Genres include: funk, soul, house, r&b, hip-hop, electronic, indie, psychedelic, folk, jazz, new wave, post punk and disco that span the 60s to now. The goal of each mix is to combine a collection of disparate genres that still fit well when blended together. Playlists of each mixtape are also available to help spice up your steaming algorithm if you’re looking for better suggestions of new music (although about 10% of the tracks are not available on the streaming services). Basically, each mix consists of “relevant retro” tracks that influence me and which I think will inspire others. Mixes are upbeat enough to play while working out but also mellow enough to create a vibe suitable for working or hanging out.”
see also: Writer/Journalist, Musician, Playlist Curator, DJ/Selector, Producer, Composer, Collector
Thanks for the plug and your great work in making sense of Substack's music offerings..
The If Ever You're Listening Podcast hosted by yours truly :D (check my Substack under Podcast for a link)