The Long Play Project

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What do albums reveal about how musicians grow?

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  • A new long-form essay every two weeks. Monthly curated playlist. Short features and reviews.

Paid Subcription Benefits

  • LP Select Listening Guide. The themes and connections behind each playlist. Monthly.
  • The Audio Essay. An essay heard rather than read, with additional reflection. Monthly.
  • The complete Long Play Project archive. Every essay, every listen, fully unlocked.

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About Ian Paul Sharp

What do albums reveal about how musicians grow? Author of 'Pete Townshend's Lifehouse'.

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