Christopher Anthony Adam Green & Binki Shapiro Adam Green & Binki Shapiro Rounder Records [2013] Fire Note Says: Adam Green & Binki Shapiro add a joyful sound to emotional heartbreak. Album Review: I don’t think that many people have moved past The Moldy Peaches years when referring to Adam Green but if you have been following his … Read more
Check out Snailhouse’s new video for “I Never Woke Up”! It is off their latest album Sentimental Gentleman, from White Whale Records / Forward Music Group, and was mixed by Jeremy Gara (Arcade Fire). All we can say is this headless guy really gets around! Also make sure to head on over to our Label … Read more
Natural Dreamers is a project featuring Chris Cohen (ex-Deerhoof, Cryptacize, The Curtains, etc.), John Dieterich (Deerhoof, SWAPS, Gorge Trio, etc.) and Jay Pellicci (Dilute, 31 Knots, etc.). The new 7″, Sir G b/w Just No Probs, is limited to a one-time pressing of just 259 hand-numbered copies on black 7″ vinyl with “80s-hardcore-homage” artwork. Though … Read more
The Strokes announced today that their new album, Comedown Machine, will be released on 3/26 in the U.S. and 3/25 in the U.K. You can also pre-order the record today in the band’s store HERE.
Beach House has scheduled both European and North American spring tours for 2013 in support of Bloom, their acclaimed 4th album. The band will begin their 18-date European trip on March 9 in Bologna, IT at Estragon and close it out with a two-night stand on March 25 and 26 in London, UK at the … Read more
With Best of 2012 accolades for his Silver Age album propelling it to #42 in the annual VILLAGE VOICE PAZZ & JOP national critics poll, Bob Mould has unveiled the video for second single, “Star Machine.” Directed by Jon Glaser, the “Star Machine” video sets the excoriating “Silver Age” lead-off track to a darkly humorous … Read more
In anticipation of their forthcoming album, Dawes have released a trailer for Stories Don’t End, the LA quartet’s third full-length album due out April 9. Produced by Jacquire King (Tom Waits, Kings of Leon, Norah Jones, etc.), Stories Don’t End is the band’s first release on its own label, HUB Records. Stories Don’t End track-listing: … Read more
Yellow Red Sparks Yellow Red Sparks Org Music [2013] Fire Note Says: Yellow Red Sparks make a strong debut on the indie folk scene! Album Review: “Whatcha gonna buy me honey?” is the strong first line you hear on the debut from the Yellow Red Sparks that instantly grabs your attention and makes you take … Read more
You can now pre-order Wavves new full length album Afraid Of Heights HERE. The first 500 vinyl orders will receive exclusive splatter vinyl. The album will release March 26 on Mom + Pop Records.
Surfer Blood have announced the release of new album and major label debut Pythons, out this summer via Warner Bros Records. The first song off the album, entitled “Weird Shapes” can be checked out below. Pythons is the follow-up to Surfer Blood’s critically-acclaimed debut album Astro Coast. They will be previewing songs from Pythons during … Read more
Jim James has announced his full US tour in support of his forthcoming debut solo album Regions Of Light And Sound Of God, out February 5 on ATO Records. Tour dates are below and you can purchase tickets HERE. TOUR DATES 2/18: Philadelphia, PA @ Johnny Brenda’s SOLD OUT 2/19: Brooklyn, NY @ Music Hall … Read more
The Flaming Lips will release their thirteenth studio album, The Terror on April 2nd but to get you ready for new material the band has launched a new video for the exclusive non-album track, “Sun Blows Up Today.” “Sun Blows Up Today” is the bonus track that will be distributed to those who pre-order The … Read more
STRFKR’s new record Miracle Mile is now up for pre-order HERE at Polyvinyl Records. You can listen to four songs from Miracle Mile below. Polyvinyl Records Pre-order the album now in a variety of formats: CD 180-gram green/red vinyl (limited to 1000; includes 18″ x 24″ poster) Clear Gold cassette (limited to 100) “Roses” T-Shirt+MP3 … Read more
The Purrs Rotting On The Vine 7″ Fin Records [2012] If you have been following The Fire Note over the years you already know that one of our favorite bands is The Purrs. The Seattle group has not released any new material since 2010’s mini-album Tearing Down Paisley Garden so we were very excited when … Read more
Widowspeak Almanac Captured Tracks Records [2013] Fire Note Says: Widowspeak’s sophomore record does not quite capture the magic of their debut – but it’s close! Album Review: Widowspeak’s sophomore album, Almanac, starts off right where their 2011 self-titled debut left off by rightfully highlighting the bands best weapon in singer Molly Hamilton’s siren like vocals. … Read more
The Strokes have just launched “One Way Trigger” from what we will assume a new record released later this year. Check it out below!
Here is a split vinyl that will be sought after on the Intranet soon. It is a Manchester Orchestra and Thrice clear 12-inch that features cover songs by each band. Manchester Orchestra featuring O’Brother handles Don’t Speak (No Doubt cover) while Thrice offers up I Want You (She’s So Heavy) (Beatles Cover). Here is the … Read more
The Psychic Ills are releasing their fourth studio record, One Track Mind, on February 19 via Sacred Bones Records. Sacred Bones just put up pre-order info for a nice limited vinyl copy. The details and video for “One More Time” are below. You can order the limited vinyl HERE. Vinyl Detail: Limited edition of 250 … Read more
The Pogues The Very Best Of The Pogues Shout! Factory Records [2013] Fire Note Says: Shout! Factory reminds us of why The Pogues were important. Album Review: Both modern folk and Celtic punk have had an upswing in popularity over the last several years so a new Best Of reissue covering the beloved Irish-English punk … Read more
Lee Bains is out on tour in support of their latest record There Is A Bomb In Gilead. You can check out if they are coming to a town near you below. WINTER TOUR DATES Jan 31 @ Caledonia Lounge – Athens, GA Feb 1 @ The Milestone – Charlotte, NC Feb 2 @ Golden … Read more
The 2013 AUSTIN PSYCH FEST is April 26-28 which is just 13 weeks away and the 1st line up announcement already looks great! On FEB 5TH the 2nd line up for the FESTIVAL will be released. Bands Confirmed Below: BLACK REBEL MOTORCYCLE CLUB • THE BLACK ANGELS • DEERHUNTER • TINARIWEN • CLINIC • WARPAINT … Read more
The Flaming Lips and Warner Bros. Records have announced the long-awaited release of The Terror, their thirteenth studio album, on April 2nd in the U.S., and April 1st through Bella Union in Europe. The album was produced by the band’s long-time collaborator Dave Fridmann and The Flaming Lips at Tarbox Road Studios. It is comprised … Read more
Norwegian indie-pop quintet Highasakite have released the first single ‘Son of a bitch’ off their US debut EP, In and Out of Weeks, set to be released March 5 on Propeller Recordings. Comprised of Ingrid Helene Håvik (vocals, zither), Trond Bersu (drums), Øystein Skar (synths), Marte Eberson (synths), and Kristoffer Lo (guitar, percussion, flugabone, tuba), … Read more
On March 5th, Sub Pop Records will reissue the entirety of The Thermals classic label discography – More Parts Per Million, Fuckin’ A, and The Body, The Blood, The Machine – on vinyl. All three releases will be available on limited edition, colored vinyl and are available now for pre-order at Sub Pop.com Sub Pop … Read more
Akron/Family are returning with their new album, Sub Verses, on April 30th by Dead Oceans Records. Hear “No-Room” below: Spring Tour DatesTour Dates: 01/29/13 Santa Barbara, CA: Muddy Waters 01/30/13 La Jolla, CA: UCSD – The Loft 02/01/13 Sacramento, CA: Blue Lamp 02/02/13 San Francisco, CA: The Fillmore 03/09/13 Denton, TX: Dan’s Silverleaf (35 Denton) … Read more