The Blazing Top 50 Albums of 2014
#50 The Safes Record Heat Wee Rock Records [2014] #50 is one of the hardest positions to select because there are plenty of albums that … Read more
The Fire Note Honorable Mention Albums of 2014
We will admit that we are only human. 2014 flew by and as always there were plenty of albums that never hit our review page … Read more
The Fire Note Writer Edition Top Albums of 2014
The Fire Note wouldn’t be possible without the talented writers that have signed on here to share their educated thoughts and true enjoyment of music … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 17 (November/December 2014)
Welcome to the holiday season and our final Bandcamp feature of 2014. Good things await your ear as The Fire Note spotlights bewitching songs from … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 16 (October 2014)
October is almost gone which means that it is time for The Fire Note’s monthly Bandcamp feature! Here are 10 artists that should be on … Read more
2014 MidPoint Music Festival Recap [Concert Review]
Cincinnati’s MidPoint Music Festival was once again a success this year with another solid lineup. I will be the first to admit that when I … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 15 (September 2014)
The Fire Note’s September Bandcamp feature is kicking off fall with 10 artists that should be on your campfire playlists. In this edition you will … Read more
The Kooks: Listen [Album Review]
The Kooks Listen Astralwerks Records [2014] Fire Note Says: The Kooks attempt growth! Album Review: For a record I never have need to listen to … Read more
10 Indie Artists Not To Miss at the MidPoint Music Festival: Sept 25-27
MidPoint has some bigger names in the indie department performing this year like Panda Bear, Real Estate, The Afghan Whigs, OK Go and The Raveonettes … Read more
10 Indie Folk Artists Not To Miss at the MidPoint Music Festival: Sept 25-27
The indie folk genre keeps growing and out of 150 acts, Cincinnati’s MidPoint Music Festival has snagged more than enough talent to keep you club … Read more
MidPoint Music Festival Preview: September 25-27 (Cincinnati)
Known for being the home of the Bengals, Reds and Skyline Chili, Cincinnati, Ohio has something else to add to the list in the MidPoint … Read more
PC Worship: Social Rust [Album Review]
PC Worship Social Rust Northern Spy Records / Dull Tools [2014] Fire Note Says: PC Worship stir up a disorienting sonic slurry. Album Review: My … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 14 (August 2014)
The Fire Note’s August Bandcamp feature is closing out the summer with another batch of new artists to put an ear on. In this edition … Read more
The Young: Chrome Cactus [Album Review]
The Young Chrome Cactus Matador Records [2014] Fire Note Says: Texans kicking up goth-tinged tumbleweeds. Album Review: “Oh, good,” I thought at the first riffs … Read more
Connections: Into Sixes [Album Review]
Connections Into Sixes Anyway Records [2014] Fire Note Says: Connections third LP, Into Sixes, is full of indie rock hooks and anthems. Album Review: Connections … Read more
Dirty Lungs: Dirty Lungs [Album Review]
Dirty Lungs Dirty Lungs Communicating Vessels [2014] Fire Note Says: Dirty Lungs dig up some retro-leaning hard psych, but leave a little modern dirt. Album … Read more
Happyness: Weird Little Birthday [Album Review]
Happyness Weird Little Birthday Rough Trade Records [2014] Fire Note Says: Ready for a non-disappointing British Sea Power? Album Review: Here’s something I don’t get … Read more
Jenny Lewis: The Voyager [Album Review]
Jenny Lewis The Voyager Warner Bros. Records [2014] Fire Note Says: After six years in the wilderness, The Voyager heralds the resurrection of all things … Read more
Chris Staples: American Soft [Album Review]
Chris Staples American Soft Barsuk Records [2014] Fire Note Says: A charming and understated indie-pop/singer-songwriter album. Album Review: The penultimate track on Chris Staples’ American … Read more
The Proper Ornaments: Wooden Head [Album Review]
The Proper Ornaments Wooden Head Slumberland Records [2014] Fire Note Says: Anglo-Argentine pair wears influences on sleeves – and scores. Album Review: The Proper Ornaments … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 13 (July 2014)
The Fire Note’s July Bandcamp feature keeps summer going with another batch of new artists for you to check out. In this edition you can … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 12 (June 2014)
The Fire Note’s June Bandcamp feature heats up the summer with a handful of new artists. In this edition you can find some sibling harmonies … Read more
Bandcamp Artists: Discover, Support, Share – Volume 11 (May 2014)
The Fire Note’s May Bandcamp feature finishes off the Spring with some great new artists. In this edition you can find some loud rock from … Read more
Bloom: Thousand Yard Stare [Album Review]
Bloom Thousand Yard Stare Broken Circle Records [2014] Fire Note Says: Fans of somber electric guitar indie rock and catchy keyboards will enjoy the sounds … Read more
Buffalo Killers: Heavy Reverie [Album Review]
Buffalo Killers Heavy Reverie Sun Pedal Recordings [2014] Fire Note Says: The Buffalo Killers return with a sonically polished 5th studio effort entitled Heavy Reverie. … Read more