I honestly can't heart these writers enough... I love all these playlists and have discovered so much great new music while writing and listening to them too. Thank you!!!!!
These are all so great! The perfect playlist changes everything... (👀 cc: my playlist-inspired newsletter, I Made You A Playlist https://madeyouaplaylist.substack.com/) Looking forward to adding these to my queue!
This is great! Much love to the music Substacks out there that introduce us to some great tunes to drive our writing. Very happy to see On Repeat cited. Kevin is awesome. Also, Fog Chaser composes amazing original work.
I personally know Leo, Fog Chaser, and Kevin. When I started my own track-a-day recommendation 'stack in March, I emailed them and asked for advice. They all sent me tips on getting started and growing my audience. All 3 of them have supported me with likes and comments on my posts. I have mad respect for the work they put recommending music to people. In a day of algorithms and insta-curation, a human touch is always welcome. Congrats on being featured, wish you continued success, and I hope to see my own 'stack featured someday!
Totally agree with you on this! I had been spending my writing days with Spotify's "Deep Space" playlist on repeat but it was driving me bonkers! NOW I have these amazing playlists to listen to while I write and edit. It's SO generous and I 100% agree, nothing beats the human touch here.
Also amazing to hear how you got support from these three writers when starting up. It's the kind of kindness you'd then want to do for others and the kind wheel keeps turning... I love it!
I went back to finish my degree as an adult (and dad to then toddlers). To write papers, I would put on something fun on for them, and music for me. From then on, I’ve found music to be just what I need to tune the world out, and get into deep work mode/ flow state.
I do :-) I'll play music once in a while to shake things up a little, but I prefer silence. If I'm away from home, I don't mind the background noise of a coffee shop.
I loved Writing Hour and took advantage of it whenever I could. The playlists were also fabulous. I still use Fog Chaser's on my Spotify account whenever I sit down to write or even when I'm getting up and around in the mornings. Such a great way to discover new artists. I hope Writing Hour continues down the road - it's a wonderful part of the Substack experience!
For over a year I've been hosting two weekly silent writing groups on Meetup, one on Tuesdays 7-8p ET and one on Thursdays 7-8p. Fellow Substack writers are very welcome, and the groups are free. The group description describes how each meeting work; basically, we just write. No readings or critiques. All genres are welcome. Click one or both of these links and request to join. Answer the questions and include that you're on Substack. https://www.meetup.com/quiet-time-for-writers-tuesdays/https://www.meetup.com/quiet-time-for-writers-thursdays/
Interesting. I'm a bit of a hermit. I like to go at it all myself. But somehow, these writing hours seem like a good idea. I should try them. Or even host one. As for the playlist... music helps me to create a bubble, and in that bubble I can write. Or read. Or do some focused stuff. I curate a fresh eclectic playlist every month and share them in my inbox poetry magazine here on Substack. I generally rather collect than curate. When I hear something nice on the radio, or something pops up in my head, or on the soundtrack of a movie or series, I add it to my upcoming playlist. The latest playlist, for April, is here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/29XkVIJTNn7gxjLUOzgsZW?si=dec996934b8a42ec
Sometimes I like to have music when I’m writing fiction, but mostly I like to write in silence.
As for writing groups, I’m in Stop Writing Alone, https://stopwritingalone.com/ , which is a great online community of writers (and a podcast and YouTube channel).  Rumor has it she’s going to be bringing it to Substack soon!
1) https://youtu.be/SWF7kOEEi_Q = 12 hours of UK Jazz and Jazz Musicians. Unlike Spotify, the artists get 100% of the stream revenue. I'm nice like that . :-)
Music is mandatory for me to write, I am happy to discover new sounds. Thank you for the share!
I honestly can't heart these writers enough... I love all these playlists and have discovered so much great new music while writing and listening to them too. Thank you!!!!!
Thanks for saying that, Hannah!
That’s awesome! I’m glad to see you’ve enjoyed them. 😀
These are all so great! The perfect playlist changes everything... (👀 cc: my playlist-inspired newsletter, I Made You A Playlist https://madeyouaplaylist.substack.com/) Looking forward to adding these to my queue!
HAIM spotted as a perfect spring album! Agreed
Love HAIM!
🎶🏆🌱
This is great! Much love to the music Substacks out there that introduce us to some great tunes to drive our writing. Very happy to see On Repeat cited. Kevin is awesome. Also, Fog Chaser composes amazing original work.
Wow, thank you so much, Chevanne — so, so appreciated.
Yes yes yes!!
Thank you! Your support from almost Day 1 has meant a lot to me.
Thanks for sharing all the music Kevin you have a great page!!
Awww... it’s well deserved. 🙂
I personally know Leo, Fog Chaser, and Kevin. When I started my own track-a-day recommendation 'stack in March, I emailed them and asked for advice. They all sent me tips on getting started and growing my audience. All 3 of them have supported me with likes and comments on my posts. I have mad respect for the work they put recommending music to people. In a day of algorithms and insta-curation, a human touch is always welcome. Congrats on being featured, wish you continued success, and I hope to see my own 'stack featured someday!
Thank you for the kind words, Nikhil!
So happy to hear that, Nikhil! It’s been lovely having you around and supporting Shuffle Sundays too!
Thank you, Nikhil!
Totally agree with you on this! I had been spending my writing days with Spotify's "Deep Space" playlist on repeat but it was driving me bonkers! NOW I have these amazing playlists to listen to while I write and edit. It's SO generous and I 100% agree, nothing beats the human touch here.
Also amazing to hear how you got support from these three writers when starting up. It's the kind of kindness you'd then want to do for others and the kind wheel keeps turning... I love it!
I certainly have "writing music" in the background, or I use my headphones if I'm in a crowded space and noisy place. Thanks for these playlists!
Hope you enjoy it!
Anyone else just prefer silence to focus and think? 🧐
I went back to finish my degree as an adult (and dad to then toddlers). To write papers, I would put on something fun on for them, and music for me. From then on, I’ve found music to be just what I need to tune the world out, and get into deep work mode/ flow state.
Sometimes I do prefer silence too! It all depends on the task and how deep I need to really think/focus.
I do :-) I'll play music once in a while to shake things up a little, but I prefer silence. If I'm away from home, I don't mind the background noise of a coffee shop.
I got thru nursing school studying in a coffee shop where all the noise had nothing to do with me like the noises at home. 😀
I must have silence as I am so easily distracted.
I loved Writing Hour and took advantage of it whenever I could. The playlists were also fabulous. I still use Fog Chaser's on my Spotify account whenever I sit down to write or even when I'm getting up and around in the mornings. Such a great way to discover new artists. I hope Writing Hour continues down the road - it's a wonderful part of the Substack experience!
Fog is the best!
You're the best!
Thanks, Karla!
Music I never would have discovered on my own- fantastic!!!
For over a year I've been hosting two weekly silent writing groups on Meetup, one on Tuesdays 7-8p ET and one on Thursdays 7-8p. Fellow Substack writers are very welcome, and the groups are free. The group description describes how each meeting work; basically, we just write. No readings or critiques. All genres are welcome. Click one or both of these links and request to join. Answer the questions and include that you're on Substack. https://www.meetup.com/quiet-time-for-writers-tuesdays/ https://www.meetup.com/quiet-time-for-writers-thursdays/
Awesome Mary Anne! I'd love to come write with you next Tuesday. I just requested on meetup.
Great! Just approved your request to join. Have a great weekend!
Interesting. I'm a bit of a hermit. I like to go at it all myself. But somehow, these writing hours seem like a good idea. I should try them. Or even host one. As for the playlist... music helps me to create a bubble, and in that bubble I can write. Or read. Or do some focused stuff. I curate a fresh eclectic playlist every month and share them in my inbox poetry magazine here on Substack. I generally rather collect than curate. When I hear something nice on the radio, or something pops up in my head, or on the soundtrack of a movie or series, I add it to my upcoming playlist. The latest playlist, for April, is here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/29XkVIJTNn7gxjLUOzgsZW?si=dec996934b8a42ec
Enjoy.
Thanks for sharing your playlist, Arjan!
Who else has a playlist to share? I would love to collect some more writing playlist in the comments.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIGEB0rZ9Yk
That is such a great idea, Katie. Looking forward to see more.
Coool ! Thanks for this 🎶🙌🏻🙌🏻✍🏻
This is amazing and Dabdragon Approved
Very interesting concept! I’ll definitely give a listen, thanks.
Sometimes I like to have music when I’m writing fiction, but mostly I like to write in silence.
As for writing groups, I’m in Stop Writing Alone, https://stopwritingalone.com/ , which is a great online community of writers (and a podcast and YouTube channel).  Rumor has it she’s going to be bringing it to Substack soon!
Very cool! Just requested to join the FB group
1) https://youtu.be/SWF7kOEEi_Q = 12 hours of UK Jazz and Jazz Musicians. Unlike Spotify, the artists get 100% of the stream revenue. I'm nice like that . :-)
The UK Jazz scene has been on 🔥 lately! So many great musicians!!