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"“You Have Not Been a Good User” (LessWrong’s second album)" by habryka

Apr 2, 2026
An announcement about a new album release and a remastered debut, plus where to stream them. A behind‑the‑scenes look at why finishing the project took extra time. A discussion of artistic goals: making music that stands alone while reflecting community themes. Notes on collaborators and songwriting credits.
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INSIGHT

Band Finished Ambitious Second Album

  • The Fuming Shoggoths completed a second album titled You Have Not Been a Good User that aims to balance musical quality with niche themes.
  • Habryka finished 9 of 13 songs earlier but delayed release to improve the whole album's quality before streaming distribution.
ADVICE

Publish Widely On Major Streaming Platforms

  • Release music across major streaming platforms to reach listeners broadly.
  • The album is available on Spotify and YouTube Music and should appear on Apple Music within a few days.
ANECDOTE

Delayed Release After Yearlong Refinement

  • Habryka recounts finishing most songs a year earlier but keeping work private until satisfied with the album.
  • He also announced a remastered version of the first album to be released on the same streaming platforms.
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