Daily Newsletter, December 22, 2025

Some people wait until the last second to finish their holiday shopping — or their albums. If you’re in the first group, perhaps some of these people in the second group can help you. PS: There’s no short list today. Condolences and/or you’re welcome.     Abysmal Grief | Taetra Philosophia Acidgvrl | Pink Christmas […]

Matt Maltese didn't just deliver one of the best written albums of the year with 'Hers', but his songwriting contributions elsewhere were impactful.

The 80 Best Albums of 2025

A look at how records nearly bankrupt their record labels and how a Dead Kennedys album nearly bankrupted its label via its proposed cover.

From blockbuster blunders to creative collapses, these 15 albums were the moment when rock legends lost their way

Captain Beefheart's back catalogue can be a scary approach for some music fans. But these five songs, act as a perfect introduction.

A look at what makes a band cool and uncool, via The Lovin' Spoonful tanking their reputation as the hottest band in the US in 1966.

Still need a gift for that Weezer fan on your shopping list? Look no further. And if you can find anyone who remembers We’ve Got A …Fuzzbox… And We’re Gonna Use It!!, you’ve got them covered too. Speaking of covers, here are all the upcoming books for your perusal:   My Friend, Weezer: A Visual […]

Some readers enjoy plotless, heady fiction. Those who don’t should try these titles.

Tom Jolliffe with ten great cult classic 1980s movies you need to see… The cult film. From the obscure gems with an undying loyalty from their small following, to the mass cults who followed Sta…

if it's not the "best," it's definitely Top 3.

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Atwood Magazine’s “Mistletones” showcases the best new holiday songs and exciting covers of beloved classics to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! 2025 features Delacey, Teenage Dads, flowerovlove, Lauren Spencer Smith, Tyra Madison, BERENICE, MORGXN, Tiera Kennedy, Gina Zo, Honey Bxby, Sydney Rose, Toby Gad, and many more!

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