Florist – “Have Heaven” [Video]
With their new album, New York minimalist folk quartet Florist invite listeners to question everything — to imagine a world where magic, surrealism, and the supernatural are … Read more
The Pro-Teens: MF TEEN: Your Concurrence In The Above Is Assumed [Album Review]
The Pro-TeensMF TEEN: Your Concurrence In The Above Is AssumedCollege Of Knowledge Records [2025] “A bold and soulful tribute that redefines MF DOOM’s legacy, one … Read more
Fire Track: Population II – “Le thé est prêt”
Population II is a band dedicated to its disengagement, constantly working on refining their imposing, yet unpretentious sound. Composed of singer/drummer Pierre-Luc Gratton, guitarist/keyboardist Tristan … Read more
Good Flying Birds: Talulah’s Tape [Album Review]
Good Flying BirdsTalulah’s TapeRotten Apple [2025] “Talulah’s Tape captures the lo-fi charm and heart of indie pop’s golden spirit.” Album Overview: Good Flying Birds is … Read more
Video Premiere: Hauntu – “Crooked Teeth”
“A sonic storm of raw emotion and relentless energy—Hauntu makes their mark.” – The Fire Note We’re thrilled to premiere the latest video from San … Read more
Upupayāma: Mount Elephant [Album Review]
UpupayāmaMount ElephantFuzz Club Records [2024] “A transcendent blend of global rhythms and psych-rock innovation—Mount Elephant redefines the journey inward.” Album Overview: Upupayāma is the brainchild … Read more
The Men – “PO Box 96” [Video]
Prolific New York City punks The Men are today dropping “PO Box 96”, the second single to be lifted from their newly-announced Buyer Beware LP … Read more
The Weather Station: Humanhood [Album Review]
The Weather StationHumanhoodFat Possum Records [2025] “Humanhood captures the pulse of our times with a wider sound, daring soundscapes and profoundly human storytelling that we … Read more
FACS – “You Future” [Video]
With their sixth studio album Wish Defense (incoming Februrary 7, 2025 on Trouble In Mind Records), Chicago trio FACS take a good, long look in … Read more
Television Personalities: Tune In, Turn On, Drop Out – Radio Sessions 1980-1993 [Album Review]
Television PersonalitiesTune In, Turn On, Drop Out – Radio Sessions 1980-1993Fire Records [2025] “Tune In, Turn On, Drop Out delivers a treasure trove of rare … Read more
Sharp Pins- “I Can’t Stop” [Video]
Excited to hype the upcoming re-release/expanded Sharp Pins record Radio DDR (+ 3 new songs) out March 21st on K/Perennial! Radio DDR is an excellent … Read more
Delivery: Force Majeure [Album Review]
DeliveryForce MajeureHeavenly Recordings [2025] “A bold and dynamic sophomore effort that solidifies Delivery as an essential indie rock act.“ Album Overview: Delivery, a five-piece band … Read more
Horsegirl – “Switch Over” [Video]
Horsegirl — the New York-via-Chicago trio of best friends Nora Cheng, Penelope Lowenstein, and Gigi Reece — unveil the new single/video, “Switch Over,” from their … Read more
Lambrini Girls: Who Let The Dogs Out [Album Review]
Lambrini GirlsWho Let The Dogs OutCity Slang [2025] “A debut album that hits like a riot and leaves you wanting more—Lambrini Girls are punk’s fiercest … Read more
Gus Englehorn – “Metal Detector” [Video]
When talking about the process of the making of the video, Preda mentions “I love to work with limitations. It forces you to take a … Read more
Franz Ferdinand: The Human Fear [Album Review]
Franz FerdinandThe Human FearDomino [2025] “The Human Fear leans into polished grooves and familiar hooks, offering moments of charm without breaking new ground.” Album Overview: … Read more
Bob Mould – “Here We Go Crazy” [Video]
Bob Mould is celebrating the new year with the announcement of a long-awaited new studio album. Here We Go Crazy arrives via Granary Music/BMG Records … Read more
The Fire Note Blazing Top 50 Albums Of 2024
2024 has been an outstanding year for music, with a steady stream of exceptional releases making this year’s list one of the most challenging to … Read more
The Fire Note Writer Edition Top Albums of 2024
At The Fire Note, our writers are the backbone of everything we do. We want to give a heartfelt shout-out to these incredible contributors—both past … Read more
The National: Rome [Album Review]
The NationalRome4AD [2024] “From baritone ballads to raucous anthems, Rome proves why The National reign supreme on stage.” Album Overview: Releasing a live album isn’t … Read more
Hunger Anthem – “Hours and Miles”[Video]
Hunger Anthem is an indie-rock band from Athens, Georgia with an unabashed penchant for distortion drenched, gritty, tightly executed power-pop immediacy, deeply rooted in a … Read more
High Rise: Disturbance Trip [Album Review]
High RiseDisturbance TripLa Musica Records/Black Editions [2024] “This fuzzed-out live set from 1992 documents High Rise at their noise-soaked best.” Album Overview: Even though they … Read more
Scarlet Rae – “Bleu” [Video]
Welcome to Bayonet Records, Scarlet Rae! Los Angeles born and Brooklyn based Scarlet Rae has been performing and releasing music since she was 15-years old. … Read more
Khana Bierbood: Monolam [Album Review]
Khana BierboodMonolamGuruguru Brain [2024] “From vibrant rhythms to introspective textures, Monolam redefines what Thai psychedelia can be.” Album Overview: Khana Bierbood, translating to “Strange Brew” … Read more
Dutch Interior – “Sandcastle Molds” [Video]
Dutch Interior — the LA County-based band of lifelong friends Jack Nugent, Conner Reeves, Davis Stewart, Noah Kurtz, and brothers Shane and Hayden Barton — … Read more