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
Bill Callahan: The Holy Grail – Bill Callahan’s “Smog” Dec. 10, 2001 Peel Session EP [Album Review]
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
Doug Gillard Reflects on the Return of Children’s Crusade
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
Video Premiere: Andrew Gabbard – “Just Like Magic”
“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
Fire Track Premiere: Palm Ghosts – “Through The Grove”
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
Fire Track Premiere: People Years – “The Last Cantina, Pt. 2”
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 Girl: UltraCopacetic (Copacetic Remixed And Expanded) [Classic Album Revisit]
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 Lunadon: Memory Burn (EP) [Album Review]
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 Brothers: Another Bar Behind The Night (EP) [Album Review]
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
Fraction: Moon Blood [Classic Album Revisit]
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
Album Stream: Stark Folk Band – Standing In The Kitchen EP
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
BRAINIAC by Justin Vellucci [Book Review]
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
Video Premier: Dewey Defeats Truman – “Breathe Beneath The Waves”
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 Winkle: The Grand Rapids EP [Album Review]
Rip Van WinkleThe Grand Rapids EPSplendid Research [2024] Album Overview: Rip Van Winkle was originally announced as a mysterious Robert Pollard project. Now, with its … Read more
Album Stream Premiere: Gentlemen Rogues – Surface Noise
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
Fire Track Premiere: Nick Kizirnis – “Every Moment”
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
The Fire Note Blazing Top 50 Albums Of 2023
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
The Fire Note Writer Edition Top Albums of 2023
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 Kase: Ken Kase (EP) [Album Review]
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
Video Premiere: The Dwarves – “Do It All The Time”
TFN is thrilled to present the premiere of the latest video and single from the iconic punk rock band, The Dwarves. “Do It All The … Read more
Sugar Tradition: More Sugar (EP) [Album Review]
Sugar TraditionMore SugarFeel It Records [2023] Wait until you spin the free-wheelin’ new EP from Detroit’s Sugar Tradition. More Sugar is a carefree record that … Read more
The Connells: Ring (30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) [Classic Album Revisit]
The ConnellsRing (30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition)Craft Recordings [2023] Released: September 1, 1993/Reissue: May 26, 2023Producer: Lou Giordano | The Connells | Tim HarperLength: 50:15/Reissue: 2:10:00 … Read more
The Exploding Hearts: Guitar Romantic (Expanded & Remastered) [Classic Album Revisit]
The Exploding HeartsGuitar Romantic (Expanded & Remastered)Third Man Records Released: April 1, 2003/Reissue: May 26, 2023Producer: The Exploding Hearts, Pat KearnsLength: 29:00/Reissue: 38:00 In a … Read more
Video Premiere: Osees – “Stunner”
The ever-prolific and constantly frenetic Osees recently announced details for their forthcoming LP, Intercepted Message, scheduled for release on August 18th via In The Red. … Read more