The Fire Note admittedly does not pay enough attention to the indie hip hop scene but Birmingham’s Shaheed & DJ Supreme have caught our ear with their newly released record Knowledge, Rhythm and Understanding. It also is a plus that Shaheed & DJ Supreme have found a quality record label that we are familiar with … Read more
With quotes like “Riot Fest might have been the best GBV show ever” and “It was one of the rowdiest and one of the most satisfying Guided by Voices performances” being stated about the group’s live performance at Riot Fest on Saturday we feel like more people should see this show. With that said enjoy … Read more
Yuck have released a new video, directed by Michael Lawrence, for current single “Middle Sea,” from their forthcoming second album Glow & Behold, out Sept. 30th. Alongside the release, Yuck also have further tour dates to reveal. Adding to the now sold-out dates at their London residency at the Macbeth this week, the band have … Read more
Today Deerhunter revealed a brand new video for Monomania (TFN Review) track “Back To The Middle.” Shot in London and directed by Olivier Groulx, the video features Durassie Kiangangu as its main protagonist. You can also catch the band on tour soon so check the dates below for a town near you! TOUR DATES: 09/06/13 … Read more
Vampire Weekend’s North American tour kicks off September 19th in Philadelphia and continues across the United States until the end of October. A complete listing of Vampire Weekend’s upcoming dates can be found below. In other Vampire Weekend news: Ezra Koenig, Rostam Batmanglij, Chris Tomson and Chris Baio will serve as special guests and assistant … Read more
Jonathan Rado main project is Foxygen but he has ventured out on his own with his solo debut Law & Order. Below is the first video from the record. You can check out The Fire Note review of Law & Order HERE.
We know a little more today than yesterday and we will even more tonight from what we know right now. That seems to be the media roll out for the new Arcade Fire record Reflektor due out October 29 on Merge. Everyone loves a mystery right? This feels like a case for the Hardy Boys … Read more
This week Holograms celebrate the release of their sophomore album Forever. The foursome have also premiered a video for “Meditations” – their anthemic second single from the album. Filmed by Emanuella Zachariou (who also directed and edited) using a 16 mm box camera, the video’s hazy sepia tones and unhurried cloaked figures create a perfect … Read more
Ernest Jenning Record Co. is excited to release the video for Miniboone’s “I Could, I Could,” off their self-titled debut album, out September 10th. “I Could, I Could,” directed by Pat Breen, is available for viewing below. Miniboone is also touring this summer, including an album release party on September 6th at New York’s Mercury … Read more
Placebo have announced NYC & LA shows in advance of new album Loud Like Love’s release (out 9/17 via UMe). It the band’s first U.S. shows in six years. The dates are in advance of a full tour set for 2014. PLACEBO 2013 U.S. Shows Oct 15: New York, NY – Terminal 5 Oct 18: … Read more
Here is a fun behind the sceens making of David Yow’s cement monolith version which was limited to 50 copies. The version is sold out but the video is definitely entertaining! The mini-documentary was shot, editied, and directed by Adam Harding.
Los Angeles based rock-duo Deap Vally have announced a run of West Coast dates this September in supprot of their record Sistrionix (TFN Review). The “Moon Block Party presents Deap Vally & Friends” shows begin on September 16 in Seattle and travel south through Portland, Pomona, San Diego, Aspen and Denver. For the full details … Read more
Check out the new track from the Los Angeles-based duo Distortion Mirrors. They have just released their eight-track LP, Zeros and Kings, that features the below single “Prom Queen.” The new wave / feedback dancer is a solid introduction. Stream away!
Eminem has announced MMLP2, the sequel to his 2000 album The Marshall Mathers LP. It is out November 5 via Aftermath/Interscope and was executive produced by Dr. Dre and Rick Rubin. We will fully admit that putting Billy Squier and the Beastie Boys together is a wild idea but that it totally works here.
We keep telling you about one of our favorite Dayton, Ohio bands Motel Beds and they are now even closer to your record player. The band has officially signed with Misra Records and already has several cool projects in the pipeline. Misra is set to release a R. Ring / Motel Beds split 7-inch for … Read more
Cults have announced they’ll hit the road this fall, shortly after the October 15 release of their sophomore album Static. Starting in Boston, MA on October 22 the band will travel across North America for headline dates in Washington, D.C., Austin, TX, Los Angeles, CA and many more (full list of dates below). Cults will … Read more
The anniversary edition of In Utero is coming out on September 24 in a 3CD/1DVD set. On the DVD you will find the director’s cut of the Anton Corbijn-helmed video for “Heart Shaped Box” which you can now veiw below.
Here is Thao & the Get Down Stay Down’s frontwoman Thao Nguyen performing the track “Kindness be Conceived” from the group’s critically acclaimed new album We The Common (TFN Review). The band is on tour through the winter with upcoming performances at the Austin City Limits Festival, Bumbershoot and Mumford & Sons’ Gentlemen of the … Read more
Here is the new video for “Witchcraft” from Canada’s Big Dick (via Brooklyn Vegan). I guarentee their self-titeld record on Dirtcult will show up on our Top 50 for the year (TFN Review). Enjoy!
John The Conqueror have kicked-off a summer tour in support of their excellent self-titled debut album (TFN Review). You can snag a download of “All Alone” HERE. Tour dates below. JOHN THE CONQUEROR SUMMER 2013 TOUR DATES August 17 @ Twisted Tail – Philadelphia, PA August 23 @ Yield Bar – Milwaukee, WI August 24 … Read more
Hunter & the Bear recently performed at the Hard Rock Calling Festival and supported the likes of Bruce Springsteen and Kasabian. The London-based trio have been exposed to a large number of potential new fans. They currently are finishing up their latest EP, and preparing themselves to unleash their much-anticipated debut single “Forest On The … Read more
In conjunction with BRAD’s 20th Anniversary, Razor & Tie will release re-issues of the Seattle band’s first two albums, Shame and Interiors. Set for release September 30th, 2013, the albums will feature new artwork created and freshly re-designed by BRAD drummer, Regan Hagar– both Shame and Interiors will be available on CD (in digi-soft packs) … Read more
Grand Rapids, MI’s Jowls are set to embark on a short set of summer tour dates (see below). The band is heading out in support of their Fall 2012 release, the Cursed 10″ EP, on Tiny Engines. The Cursed 10″ vinyl is still available HERE and limited to 500 pressed on four colorways (100 Black … Read more
“Come A Little Closer” is the new single from Cage The Elephant off of their highly anticipated third studio album, which is due out this fall on RCA Records. The song will be available for sale at all digital providers beginning Tuesday, August 13th. Stay tuned for further information on the new album to be … Read more
Johnny Marr is releasing his newly recorded song “The It-Switch” on iTunes today HERE. The song will be available as the b-side to the radio edit of “New Town Velocity,” the new single from his solo debut The Messenger (TFN Review HERE) out earlier this year. The single is also available as a limited edition … Read more