Too Long; Did Read - February 2026

Every month, we break down a list of recommendations for books, podcasts, interviews, music and more that you should know about. Sometimes long - but worth checking out. Let's dive into this month's batch…

📚 Books:

Her Country by Marissa L. Moss

• Through telling the stories of artists Kacey Musgraves, Mickey Guyton and Maren Morris, Moss describes the last 20 years of Country Music and the women who fought against systems designed to keep them out.

Coming soon - Body of Work: How the album outplayed the algorithm and survived playlist culture by Keith Jopling

• We've been waiting for this one! Keith Jopling takes readers through the history of the album since 1999 and why it's still an important medium in the music world.

Coming soon - It's No Wonder: The Life and Times of Motown’s Legendary Songwriter Sylvia Moy

• So excited to read this new biography on Motown's first female in-house producer and songwriter.

🎙️ Podcast Episodes:

The Money Trench - The Music Industry Podcast with Mark Sutherland - Alex Hannaby On The Unstoppable Rise of Country Music Around The World

• Alex Hannaby joins the podcast to discuss launching Big Machine UK 10 years ago and the evolution of Country music in the UK.

And The Writer Is…with Ross Golan - Hit-Boy | Success, Betrayal & The Stories Behind Hip-Hop's Biggest Anthems

• Hit-Boy and Ross Golan talk about being a producer in hip-hop, a father and the making of MANY hit songs.

🎬 Soundtracks:

Coming soon - Charli xcx's 'Wuthering Heights' Soundtrack

• Charli xcx's 'Wuthering Heights' soundtrack is a 12-track companion album for the upcoming "Wuthering Heights" theatrical release set for February 13th.

📃 Articles:

Jessica McDevitt's Stack on Creating Impact Beyond the Music: A Giving-Back Guide for Artists and Teams

• Jessica McDevitt, social impact consultant, shares a curated list of trusted non-profits, offering practical ways for artists and teams to turn intention into impact.