Cap’n JazzShmap’n Shmazz (30th Anniversary Edition)Polyvinyl Records [2025] Released: 1995/Reissue: February 21, 2025Producer: Casey RiceLength: 32 minutes “The chaotic masterpiece that sparked a movement—Shmap’n Shmazz … Read more
“A fusion of jangling hooks and unstoppable energy—”All Over Again” proves Hoover’s knack for reinventing rock’s past for the present.” – The Fire Note The … Read more
We’re excited to premiere “Lightning,” the latest track from Gyasi, ahead of its official release tomorrow, February 7th. This high-energy single is the third from … Read more
Australian cult favorite Richard Davies has spent decades crafting offbeat, beloved indie rock—first with The Moles, Cardinal, and through a vast solo catalog. A lawyer … Read more
“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
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
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
Bill CallahanThe Holy Grail: Bill Callahan’s “Smog” Dec. 10, 2001 Peel Session EPDrag City Records [2024] “Callahan redefines minimalism in this captivating BBC session.” Album … Read more
In a nostalgic nod to Cleveland’s gritty post-punk scene, Doug Gillard, best known as the guitarist for Guided By Voices, has just reissued A Duty-Dance … Read more
“Andrew Gabbard channels raw emotion and fuzz into ‘Just Like Magic’ – love has never sounded this good!” – The Fire Note We’re thrilled to … Read more
The wait is over—Nashville’s Palm Ghosts returns with “Through The Grove,” the latest single from their upcoming Decoder EP, dropping October 25 on all streaming … Read more
We’re thrilled to premiere “The Last Cantina, Pt. 2” — the third single from Birmingham’s indie-rock mavericks, People Years! This track is part of their … Read more
Velocity GirlUltraCopacetic (Copacetic Remixed And Expanded)Sub Pop Records [2024] Released: February 2, 1993/Reissue: August 16, 2024Producer: Bob WestonLength: 45:25/Reissue: 1:17:00 Formed in 1989 at the … Read more
Dion LunadonMemory Burn (EP)Beast Records [2024] Album Overview: Dion Lunadon, originally from New Zealand, currently resides in New York. Along with his solo career, he … Read more
Smug BrothersAnother Bar Behind The Night (EP)Anyway/Just Because Records [2024] Album Overview: Smug Brothers, hailing from Ohio, have consistently delivered indie-rock music characterized by catchy … Read more
FractionMoon BloodRidingEasy Records [2024] Released: 1971 / Vinyl Reissue: Summer 2024 (streaming since late 2023)Producer: FractionLength: 30:39 / Reissue 44:19 (streaming/CD) There are hundreds, maybe … Read more
Stark Folk Band · Standing In The Kitchen EP Single Stark Folk Band, hailing from Dayton, Ohio, and featuring long-time member Ryan Shaffer, who also … Read more
BRAINIACby Justin VellucciJ-Card Press [2024] Book Review: As a band whose story was cut short by tragedy, Brainiac has acquired a legendary reputation among alternative … Read more
Today’s video premier comes from California and North Carolina-based Dewey Defeats Truman. The trio recently returned with their 2022 EP The Way You Shatter, a … Read more
Rip Van WinkleThe Grand Rapids EPSplendid Research Records [2024] Album Overview: Rip Van Winkle was originally announced as a mysterious Robert Pollard project. Now, with … Read more
Gentlemen Rogues · Surface Noise Gentlemen Rogues are set to unleash their new record, Surface Noise, tomorrow to the eager ears of fans worldwide. With … Read more
Nick Kizirnis is a renowned indie-rock veteran hailing from Dayton, Ohio. Today’s premiere finds him returning to the forefront of the music scene with his … Read more
2023 was a great year in music! Solid release after solid release made this year’s list one of the hardest to put together in TFN’s … Read more
At The Fire Note, our writers are the heart and soul of what we do. We want to give a big shout-out to these amazing … Read more
Ken KaseKen Kase (EP)Self-Released [2023] This fast, fun power-pop 5-song EP from Ken Kase is a quick display of the kind of musical alchemy that … Read more