Valentine’s Day can be full of surprises. Folk-rock band Dawes sent a valentine to its fans in the form of a new live album, “We’re All Gonna Live,” on Tuesday, Feb. 14. Recorded in January in […]
Author: Shaun Smith
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes Coming Soon
I’m sure everyone is excited to see Lady Gaga at the Super Bowl Halftime Show, but if you want to stay up-to-date on The High Note, I need a few moments of your time. I’m […]
Foxygen Flaunts 70s Sound On ‘Hang’
Foxygen captures retro 70s Hollywood sounds using reel-to-reel recording and a 40-piece symphony orchestra on “Hang.”
The xx Has A Clear Vision For ‘I See You’
The latest album by The xx, “I See You” puts the band in a new light inspired by producer Jamie XX.
Fresh Audio For Your Ears – Sundara Karma, Gone Is Gone, Dropkick Murphys, Halestorm and Dirty Projectors
New albums released by Sundara Karma, Gone is Gone and Dropkick Murphys – plus a new EP by Halestorm and a new single by Dirty Projectors #TheHighNote
Run the Jewels Drops A Diamond With “RTJ3”
Santa had some fresh tunes to bump in his sleigh on Christmas because the coolest duo in hip-hop surprised fans with a free download of the latest Run the Jewels album “RTJ3.” The digital version […]
Mornings With Conor
I spent a couple weeks waking up at 5 a.m. and listening to the latest Conor Oberst album “Ruminations.” Here’s what I learned.
Phish Sails Through Genres On ‘Big Boat’
Phish captures a live sound on its best studio album to date, “Big Boat.”
Next Up On The High Note
The High Note is going back to its roots and will add some exciting new elements in the coming months. When I began The High Note at The Current in 2012, it was an avenue to share […]
Fresh Audio For Your Ears – Friday, Sept. 30, 2016
Where to begin on such a jam-packed week of amazing music released Friday, Sept. 30? This week we have a little bit of everything from old-time country to prolific piano-driven pop. Be sure to check […]