Evan LeVine
@evanlevine.bsky.social
Writer, Producer, Satirist, Performance Artist, Jersey Boy, Marathoner, Record Collector, Rib-Hadda, Mets Fan, Saint Who Rules With Extensive Magnanimity.
New on Substack, a mix tape for paid subscribers only.
What do Tori Amos, Afghan Whigs, The Cardigans, and Thou have in common?
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What do Tori Amos, Afghan Whigs, The Cardigans, and Thou have in common?
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Do You Believe?
Here I Go Compiling A Mix Tape Again
swanfungus.substack.com
October 31, 2025 at 4:44 PM
New on Substack, a mix tape for paid subscribers only.
What do Tori Amos, Afghan Whigs, The Cardigans, and Thou have in common?
Subscribe to find out.
What do Tori Amos, Afghan Whigs, The Cardigans, and Thou have in common?
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Every bit of press this receives makes me happy and sad in equal measure.
And, also, shout out to baseball. Some of my favorite arguments with Steve were about dumb baseball minutiae. Mounting side bets that were never collected. Declarative statements of crap or not crap. It really is the best.
And, also, shout out to baseball. Some of my favorite arguments with Steve were about dumb baseball minutiae. Mounting side bets that were never collected. Declarative statements of crap or not crap. It really is the best.
October 30, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Every bit of press this receives makes me happy and sad in equal measure.
And, also, shout out to baseball. Some of my favorite arguments with Steve were about dumb baseball minutiae. Mounting side bets that were never collected. Declarative statements of crap or not crap. It really is the best.
And, also, shout out to baseball. Some of my favorite arguments with Steve were about dumb baseball minutiae. Mounting side bets that were never collected. Declarative statements of crap or not crap. It really is the best.
ON THIS DATE twenty years ago: I was at Tonic in NYC (RIP) seeing this incredible lineup:
@marissanadler.bsky.social: youtu.be/04HFY1_-ndY?...
Paul Flaherty/Chris Corsano duo: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ypsk...
Jackie-O Motherfucker: www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_sQ... (date in title is wrong)
@marissanadler.bsky.social: youtu.be/04HFY1_-ndY?...
Paul Flaherty/Chris Corsano duo: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ypsk...
Jackie-O Motherfucker: www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_sQ... (date in title is wrong)
Marissa Nadler: Tonic, October 28, 2005
YouTube video by Abaton Book Company
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October 29, 2025 at 3:33 AM
ON THIS DATE twenty years ago: I was at Tonic in NYC (RIP) seeing this incredible lineup:
@marissanadler.bsky.social: youtu.be/04HFY1_-ndY?...
Paul Flaherty/Chris Corsano duo: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ypsk...
Jackie-O Motherfucker: www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_sQ... (date in title is wrong)
@marissanadler.bsky.social: youtu.be/04HFY1_-ndY?...
Paul Flaherty/Chris Corsano duo: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ypsk...
Jackie-O Motherfucker: www.youtube.com/watch?v=M_sQ... (date in title is wrong)
New post on Substack: In which I drag my wife across Venice, Italy in search of memorable locations from my all-time favorite film.
Yes, I know I am an insane person.
swanfungus.substack.com/p/pass-the-w...
Yes, I know I am an insane person.
swanfungus.substack.com/p/pass-the-w...
October 20, 2025 at 4:27 PM
New post on Substack: In which I drag my wife across Venice, Italy in search of memorable locations from my all-time favorite film.
Yes, I know I am an insane person.
swanfungus.substack.com/p/pass-the-w...
Yes, I know I am an insane person.
swanfungus.substack.com/p/pass-the-w...
New Substack post for all subscribers. The conclusion of my recent trip to Italy. Lots more food, lots less information. Why? Because I have one more story to tell about my stay in Venice, hopefully next week. Stay tuned...
Cercando Un Nuovo Confine (Parte Seconda)
Or: How I Spent My Italian Vacation (Part 2)
swanfungus.substack.com
October 10, 2025 at 3:51 PM
New Substack post for all subscribers. The conclusion of my recent trip to Italy. Lots more food, lots less information. Why? Because I have one more story to tell about my stay in Venice, hopefully next week. Stay tuned...
New Substack post for free and paid subscribers! The first installment in a two or three part series on my recent trip to Italy. The sights. The food. The...sheer quantity of food.
Follow along here:
Follow along here:
Cercando Un Nuovo Confine
Or: How I Spent My Italian Vacation (Part 1)
swanfungus.substack.com
October 8, 2025 at 3:54 PM
New Substack post for free and paid subscribers! The first installment in a two or three part series on my recent trip to Italy. The sights. The food. The...sheer quantity of food.
Follow along here:
Follow along here:
New mix tape for paid subscribers on Substack: Grooving on some of my favorite Italian prog.
(Alphataurus is not included, but the album art felt right)
(Alphataurus is not included, but the album art felt right)
La Mente Vola
And Soon Too, Will I...
swanfungus.substack.com
September 11, 2025 at 5:54 PM
New mix tape for paid subscribers on Substack: Grooving on some of my favorite Italian prog.
(Alphataurus is not included, but the album art felt right)
(Alphataurus is not included, but the album art felt right)
Today on Substack for paid subscribers only. August's monthly mix tape looks back at -- and forward to -- camping!
(it's slightly more interesting than it seems)
(it's slightly more interesting than it seems)
Can We Camp At Your Feet
A Look Back At A Mixtape To Look Forward To
swanfungus.substack.com
August 21, 2025 at 11:44 PM
Today on Substack for paid subscribers only. August's monthly mix tape looks back at -- and forward to -- camping!
(it's slightly more interesting than it seems)
(it's slightly more interesting than it seems)
Hey, maybe you remember my old website swanfungus.com ? I was thinking about deleting it. All 18+ years worth of blog archives. You can read more about it and share your thoughts on my Substack, should you feel inclined.
Forgetting You Is Like Breathing Water
Are Those Who Erase The Past Better Off?
swanfungus.substack.com
August 5, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Hey, maybe you remember my old website swanfungus.com ? I was thinking about deleting it. All 18+ years worth of blog archives. You can read more about it and share your thoughts on my Substack, should you feel inclined.
Bring on the robo umps.
August 2, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Bring on the robo umps.
My mother sent me this on Instagram assuming I would immediately fixate on buying a bottle of Mets wine...but instead I've spent the better part of ten minutes confused and bewildered by the comment.
August 1, 2025 at 1:58 AM
My mother sent me this on Instagram assuming I would immediately fixate on buying a bottle of Mets wine...but instead I've spent the better part of ten minutes confused and bewildered by the comment.
I will never NOT make a Simpsons joke when presented with an opportunity.
July 29, 2025 at 8:46 PM
I will never NOT make a Simpsons joke when presented with an opportunity.
If a new mix tape drops on a Saturday night, can anybody hear it? Now available for paid subscribers only on Substack: Swan Fungus Mix Tape Number 12.
Check it out.
Check it out.
Philly Twist
What do Scott Walker, Tres Warren, Lana Del Rey and LeRoi Moore Have In Common?
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July 14, 2025 at 3:44 PM
If a new mix tape drops on a Saturday night, can anybody hear it? Now available for paid subscribers only on Substack: Swan Fungus Mix Tape Number 12.
Check it out.
Check it out.
New Substack post! It's been a year in the making, but my interview with @fritschner.bsky.social is finally ready for public consumption.
This is my favorite installment in the series yet. Check it out, and let Aaron know how much you appreciate his responses. He's one of the good ones.
This is my favorite installment in the series yet. Check it out, and let Aaron know how much you appreciate his responses. He's one of the good ones.
Interesting People: Aaron Fritschner
10 Questions with Rep. Don Beyer's Deputy Chief of Staff (And Fantasy Baseball Whiz)
swanfungus.substack.com
July 8, 2025 at 3:40 PM
New Substack post! It's been a year in the making, but my interview with @fritschner.bsky.social is finally ready for public consumption.
This is my favorite installment in the series yet. Check it out, and let Aaron know how much you appreciate his responses. He's one of the good ones.
This is my favorite installment in the series yet. Check it out, and let Aaron know how much you appreciate his responses. He's one of the good ones.
New post for paid subscribers on Substack!
In which I highlight my favorite music from 2025.
If I used the paywall correctly anyone should be able to read the intro, honorable mentions and #10 on the list. If I didin't use the paywall correctly, oh well.
In which I highlight my favorite music from 2025.
If I used the paywall correctly anyone should be able to read the intro, honorable mentions and #10 on the list. If I didin't use the paywall correctly, oh well.
A Garden for Orpheus
The Top Ten Albums Of 2025...So Far
swanfungus.substack.com
June 13, 2025 at 3:48 PM
New post for paid subscribers on Substack!
In which I highlight my favorite music from 2025.
If I used the paywall correctly anyone should be able to read the intro, honorable mentions and #10 on the list. If I didin't use the paywall correctly, oh well.
In which I highlight my favorite music from 2025.
If I used the paywall correctly anyone should be able to read the intro, honorable mentions and #10 on the list. If I didin't use the paywall correctly, oh well.
Hey @johndemarsico.bsky.social if you wanna trade Letterboxd profiles after the game, or take a tour of the Universal backlot while you’re in town lmk.
June 5, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Hey @johndemarsico.bsky.social if you wanna trade Letterboxd profiles after the game, or take a tour of the Universal backlot while you’re in town lmk.
Working on my annual "Top 10 Albums Of [Year]...So Far" list, and I'm shocked that it's already June and I only have 28 potential records to consider.
Please leave suggestions and recommendations below.
Thanks,
Management
Please leave suggestions and recommendations below.
Thanks,
Management
June 4, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Working on my annual "Top 10 Albums Of [Year]...So Far" list, and I'm shocked that it's already June and I only have 28 potential records to consider.
Please leave suggestions and recommendations below.
Thanks,
Management
Please leave suggestions and recommendations below.
Thanks,
Management
It's a little late, but my newest mix tape for paid Substack subscribers is here! Featuring sixteen certified bangers from legends of 70s prog from Cervello to Sperrmüll.
"For the price of a cup of coffee..." You know the drill.
"For the price of a cup of coffee..." You know the drill.
Seal The Room
Soundtrack For A Papal Conclave
swanfungus.substack.com
May 20, 2025 at 2:55 PM
It's a little late, but my newest mix tape for paid Substack subscribers is here! Featuring sixteen certified bangers from legends of 70s prog from Cervello to Sperrmüll.
"For the price of a cup of coffee..." You know the drill.
"For the price of a cup of coffee..." You know the drill.
Oh, sure. When I do it (blog.wfmu.org/freeform/200...) it's a huge scandal, but when Thom Yorke (www.avclub.com/thom-yorke-t...) does it over a decade after me suddenly it's the good kind of newsworthy?! I call bullshit.
(h/t @wfmu.bsky.social)
(h/t @wfmu.bsky.social)
May 17, 2025 at 2:42 AM
Oh, sure. When I do it (blog.wfmu.org/freeform/200...) it's a huge scandal, but when Thom Yorke (www.avclub.com/thom-yorke-t...) does it over a decade after me suddenly it's the good kind of newsworthy?! I call bullshit.
(h/t @wfmu.bsky.social)
(h/t @wfmu.bsky.social)
If you haven't yet peeped it, there's a new Substack post for free AND paid subscribers. It's about a @mogwai.scot show I saw last week, but it's also about so much more...
From What Is Said To When It's Read
An Examination Of A Life Lived In Service To Post-Rock
swanfungus.substack.com
May 6, 2025 at 11:46 PM
If you haven't yet peeped it, there's a new Substack post for free AND paid subscribers. It's about a @mogwai.scot show I saw last week, but it's also about so much more...
From Warsaw in Brooklyn (5/21/02) until the Bellwether in LA (4/29/25). 12 shows in 23 years across 4 states, and I finally got a “My Father My King” encore. Thank you @mogwai.scot
April 30, 2025 at 6:30 AM
From Warsaw in Brooklyn (5/21/02) until the Bellwether in LA (4/29/25). 12 shows in 23 years across 4 states, and I finally got a “My Father My King” encore. Thank you @mogwai.scot
@mogwai.scot's encore last night in SF was "My Father My King," so it is unlikely to be played tonight here in LA. My streak of not hearing it in person looks likely to continue into my 24th year (!!!) seeing them in concert.
April 29, 2025 at 3:49 PM
@mogwai.scot's encore last night in SF was "My Father My King," so it is unlikely to be played tonight here in LA. My streak of not hearing it in person looks likely to continue into my 24th year (!!!) seeing them in concert.
New FREE Substack post! It's baseball season, so I discuss being a Mets fan and record collector.
Bonus: You can listen to an old acetate I found featuring a 10-year-old interviewing Don Drysdale, Maury Wills, Vin Scully, and others at Dodgers' Spring Training in March of 1965.
Check it out↓
Bonus: You can listen to an old acetate I found featuring a 10-year-old interviewing Don Drysdale, Maury Wills, Vin Scully, and others at Dodgers' Spring Training in March of 1965.
Check it out↓
Rolling Thunder
On The Merits Of Baseball, And Vinyl, And Baseball Vinyl
swanfungus.substack.com
April 18, 2025 at 9:53 PM
New FREE Substack post! It's baseball season, so I discuss being a Mets fan and record collector.
Bonus: You can listen to an old acetate I found featuring a 10-year-old interviewing Don Drysdale, Maury Wills, Vin Scully, and others at Dodgers' Spring Training in March of 1965.
Check it out↓
Bonus: You can listen to an old acetate I found featuring a 10-year-old interviewing Don Drysdale, Maury Wills, Vin Scully, and others at Dodgers' Spring Training in March of 1965.
Check it out↓
Dear @plasmatron.bsky.social,
April 29th will be my...10th or 12th time seeing you live. Sure, shouting "Don't Do It!" during "Like Herod" for almost 25 years from NY to Chicago to Vegas to LA has been fun, but I'd rather finally hear "My Father, My King" live. Just letting you know. Ok thanks bye!
April 29th will be my...10th or 12th time seeing you live. Sure, shouting "Don't Do It!" during "Like Herod" for almost 25 years from NY to Chicago to Vegas to LA has been fun, but I'd rather finally hear "My Father, My King" live. Just letting you know. Ok thanks bye!
April 15, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Dear @plasmatron.bsky.social,
April 29th will be my...10th or 12th time seeing you live. Sure, shouting "Don't Do It!" during "Like Herod" for almost 25 years from NY to Chicago to Vegas to LA has been fun, but I'd rather finally hear "My Father, My King" live. Just letting you know. Ok thanks bye!
April 29th will be my...10th or 12th time seeing you live. Sure, shouting "Don't Do It!" during "Like Herod" for almost 25 years from NY to Chicago to Vegas to LA has been fun, but I'd rather finally hear "My Father, My King" live. Just letting you know. Ok thanks bye!