Thanks to our friends over at Iowa Public Radio Studio One for naming Greg Wheeler & The Poly Mall Cops their August Artist of The Month. Check out the below article about the band and be sure to peep the video they release of the band playing “Itch” on the IPR All Access Stage at the recent 80/35 Music Festival back in July. https://www.iowapublicradio.org/ipr-music/2023-08-22/a-manic-fever-propels-greg-wheeler-and-the-poly-mall-cops Post Photo by the amazing Alyssa Leicht
The wait is finally over. Today we are excited to officially release Greg Wheeler & The Poly Mall Cops’ debut album “Manic Fever”. Be sure to check it out on your streaming platform of choice, or head over to our webstore to grab a copy on limited edition pink or standard black vinyl. Make plans to catch one of upcoming release shows. Saturday March 25 @ Replay Lounge Lawrence KS w/ Pale Tongue & Daysleeper Friday March 31 @ XBK Des Moines IA w/ Penny Peach & Art Monk
The wait is almost over! We are excited to finally announce the official release date for Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops’ debut LP “Manic Fever” will be on March 24th. You can preorder the album now in the webstore on limited edition pink and standard black vinyl. Check out the 2 minute and 17 seconds of garage rock goodness of the lead single “Nothing” and it’s accompanying video. Stay tuned for additional single releases and details on the upcoming release shows.
Today’s the Day! Dooms’ debut full length “Shellshine” is out now. Check it out on the streaming site of your choice, or head over to our webstore to grab a copy on either limited edition Blue & Green or standard black vinyl. Be sure to make plans to head up to the Recordbar on November 3rd for the album release show with Dunes Day and Nan and the One Night Stands.
We are excited to announce the signing of Greg Wheeler & The Poly Mall Cops. Straight out of Des Moines, IA, aka the ninth best place to live in the entire world, Greg Wheeler and the Poly Mall Cops deliver manic garage punk slime at its finest — whatever that means. Greg Wheeler (The Wheelers, The Slats, Night Stories) joins Jill McLain-Meister and friendly neighborhood barber Hutch (The Vandon Arms) to form an unusual and frantic chemistry that leaves you winded, but thirsty for more. Their recent 7-inch release, Room, is a fitting follow-up to their 2017 debut release, a split with St. Louis shriekers, Shitstorm – packing a punch with three high energy bangers. Merging the sounds of past punk acts like the Wipers …
The wait is finally over. The Creepy Jingles’ debut full length “Take Me At My Wordplay” is out now. Check it out on the streaming site of your choice, or head over to our webstore to grab a copy on either limited edition gold nugget vinyl or standard black vinyl.
Thanks to our friends over at I Heart Local Music for premiering the lead single “Trojan Horse Girl” off of the new album “Take Me At My Wordplay” from The Creepy Jingles. Hit up the below link to check out the track and the accompanying video directed and filmed by Johnny Ulasien. The album will be officially released on March 25th, but you can head over to our webstore now to preorder the album on limited edition gold nugget vinyl, standard black vinyl and digitally.
We are excited to welcome Dooms to the High Dive family. Dooms is an apparition pop duo split between Seattle, Washington and Lawrence, Kansas. Comprised of Orion Dollar and Katlyn Conroy (formerly of Cowboy Indian Bear/La Guerre), Dooms debut LP “Shellshine” is due to be released later in 2022. The album merges dark electronica with lush vocals and intimate lyricism. Help us welcome them to the team, and stay tuned for details on their new album heading your way soon.
It’s time to get in the holiday spirit, and Drugs & Attics frontman Willie Jordan has the perfect lil catchy holiday pop song to add to your Christmas playlist rotation. “Christmas This Year (We’re Gonna Do Something Fun)” recorded under the name Willie Heart Eyes with production and artwork design from Kyle Gowdy this track is sure to be a hit at all your holiday parties. Thanks to The Pitch and Nick Spacek for premiering the track. Head to the below link to check it out, and be sure to look for it on your digital platform of choice.
We are excited to announce the release of The Creepy Jingles’ new single “Throwing In The Femme Fatale”. “Throwing In The Femme Fatale” was recorded during the recent sessions for the bands upcoming debut album “Take Me At My Word Play” which will be releases in March of 2022. This track did not make the final cut for the album, but as a band favorite we decided to release it as a stand alone single. This is just a little taste to tide you over until the release of their debut album. Thanks to our friends The Bridge for premiering the track. You can check out their thoughts on the track at the below link. https://bridge909.org/news/creepy-jingles-premiere You can stream and download the track below at …
HXXS “How The West Was Won” is out today on limited edition vinyl and standard black vinyl. Head over to our webstore to pick up a copy. Stay tuned for the details for the upcoming album release show heading your way soon.
We are beyond stoked to finally announce that we have signed HXXS to release the vinyl version of their killer recent digital album “How The West Was Won.” Jeannie Colleene and Gavin Neves make up the duo known as HXXS. Cutting their teeth in this harsh reality, HXXS has formed a strange mix of noise and deteriorating rebellion. Armed with a combination of drum machines, loopers, electric guitar, and banshee like squalls from both vocalists, HXXS brings the mania of electronic-noise, combines it with jazz-like swordsmanship and incantory spell craft. Taking pride in making things increasingly difficult on themselves by performing live cuts with ritual-like fever, while maintaining the unstable improvisation and manic haywire you might get from free-jazz which makes their live sets unpredictable. …
The wait is finally over! Today we have unleashed to the world the Ebony Tusks’ debut LP “Heal_Thyself“. This record has been a long time coming, and we couldn’t be more excited to share this album with the world. Head over to the webstore to grab a copy on vinyl, or hit up your digital service of choice to check it out. Also be sure to check out the virtual release show tomorrow night Nov. 7th at 7:30PM CST to see the group perform the complete album live. Details for the live performance are below: Facebook event link: https://fb.me/e/3l8dkIBqNEventbrite event link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ebony-tusks-live-at-jayhawk-theatre-tickets-127942594745
The wait is finally over. After 5 long years the new LP from Koney is out now. Head over to our webstore to grab a copy on vinyl, or check it out on your streaming platform of choice.
We are excited to finally announce Ebony Tusks’ debut album “Heal_Thyself” will be officially released on November 6, 2020! The album will be available on limited edition oxblood and bone vinyl as well as standard black vinyl in an amazing gatefold jacket with a full color insert. You can preorder the album now in our webstore. Our friends over at Intelligent Sound will also be offering the album on cassette. If physical media is not your thing then you will also be able to check it out on all of the various digital platforms. This one has been a long time coming so check out the lead single “Chuck Ds” below, and get over to the webstore to grip a copy before they are gone.
We are excited to announce that Konnor Ervin from The ACBs and Shy Boys has a new project called Koney. We will be releasing his new self titled album digitally on June 26, 2020 followed by a vinyl release later this summer. Thanks to New Commute you can check out the lead single and corresponding video at the below link. https://www.newcommute.net/feed/2020/5/19/koney-sue-2 Stay tuned for info on the vinyl preorder heading your way soon.
Ebony Tusks’ new single “HDF” is out now on all digital platforms, and you can preorder the 7″ vinyl single now in our webstore. Our friends from Intelligent Sound are release the single on cassette so be sure to visit their bandcamp page to grip a copy on cassette. Better yet make plans to hit up one of the below release shows to grab your copy in person. March 5th Topeka, KS @ ArtsConnect 7:00PM-8:30PM w/ Special Guest VOLSTICE. All ages free show. March 6th Lawrence, KS @ White School House 7:00PM-8:30PM w/ Special Guest V.I.S.T.O.R. All ages $10 suggested donation. March 7th Kansas City, MO @ Mills Record Company 7:00PM-8:30PM w/ Special Guest Domineko. All ages free show.
Thighmaster’s new Album “Between The Knees And Squeeze” is out today. Be sure to head over to our webstore to grab a copy on compact disc or cassette, or check it out on your preferred digital platform. Also make plans to help the band celebrate the release tonight at the below release show. Jan. 10th – Kansas City, MO @ The Brick w/ Drugs & Attics & Fullbloods
Thanks to our friends over at I Heart Local Music you can check out the first single “Jane Fonda You” off of Thighmaster’s new album “Between The Knees and Squeeze. The album officially will be released on Jan. 10th, but you can preorder the album now on Compact Disc and Cassette in our webstore. Check out the single premiere below, and mark your calendar for the upcoming release shows. Dec. 31 Lawrence, KS @ Replay Lounge w/ Jeff Stolz + Heidi Gluck, Bummer & Momma’s Boy Jan. 10 Kansas City, MO @ The Brick w/ Fullbloods & Drugs & Attics
This has been a long time coming, but we are excited to finally announce that we have partnered with the good folks over at Intelligent Sound to joint release an upcoming 7” single and full length LP from Ebony Tusks! We have been fans of Ebony Tusks’ music for a long time now, and we can’t wait to bring these releases to the masses. We have a ton of respect for the work that our friends over at Intelligent Sound have been doing, and we couldn’t think of a better label partner to help make this happen. Keep an ear to the ground for release info on the upcoming 7” single coming at you soon followed by details on their debut LP slated for release sometime in 2020. If …
We are excited to announce that Thighmaster is the newest addition to the High Dive Records family. Thighmaster from Lawrence, KS is bringing fabulous tone to thighs and songcraft since just now. Music that summons nostalgia for the chill vibes and warm tanning booths of Spring Break. Resurrecting the song-writing demons that have long haunted Maxfield Yoder (Dean Monkey & The Dropouts, Plains), Thighmaster truly is garage pop for cool grandparents. Now you too can have shapely thighs in just minutes a day. No master, but Thighmaster. High Dive will be releasing their new EP titled “Between The Knees & Squeeze” later this fall digitally and on compact disc and cassette. Stay tuned for details on the official release date, release shows, and upcoming tour …
The Creepy Jingles S/T EP is out now. Check it out on your favorite digital platform, or head over to our webstore to order a copy on compact disc and cassette. Be sure to make plans to hit up the below album release shows. May 4th Kansas City, MO @ The Brick w/ Fullbloods & True Lion May 17th Kansas City, MO @ Mills Record Company w/ Drugs & Attics June 20th Lawrence, KS @ The Replay w/ Pale Tongue & TBA
Drugs & Attics Debut LP “Clean Their Room” is Out Now! Check it out on your digital platform of choice, or head over to the webstore to grab a copy on limited edition splatter vinyl, standard black vinyl, compact disc and cassette. Better yet make plans to attend the below album release show to grab a copy direct from the band. 4/20 Lawrence, KS @ The Replay Lounge w/ The Whiffs, JC & The Nuns & Highwesthus https://soundcloud.com/high-dive/sets/drugs-and-attics-clean-their
Head over to New Noise Magazine to check out Drugs & Attics new single “2:35” off of their upcoming LP “Clean Their Room” which will be officially released on May 19, 2019. You can preorder the album now in the webstore on limited edition pink & purple splatter vinyl, standard black vinyl, compact disc and cassette. Be sure to check out the link below, and make plans to hit up the below release shows. 4/18 Kansas City, MO @ The Minibar w/ Dreamgirl & The Whiff 4/20 Lawrence, KS @ The Replay w/ The Whiffs, JC & The Nuns & Highwestus
Y god Y’s new Self Titled EP is out now. You can check it out on your favorite digital platform, or click on the store tab above to grab a physical copy on limited edition Black & White vinyl, standard black vinyl or on a skeleton USB flash drive. Be sure to mark your calendar for their upcoming release show in Lawrence, KS. Check out the details below. April 12th Lawrence, KS @ Replay Lounge w/ NuBlvckCity & The Black Creatures
High Dive Records is excited to announce the recent signing of The Creepy Jingles from Kansas City, MO. Just when you think the world around you can’t get any stranger, “Behold: The Creepy Jingles!” The brainchild of singer/ songwriter, Jocelyn Olivia Nixon acts to guide the listener thru a self-actualized Mono-myth of forging identity thru Bizarre arcane cosmic poetry coupled with the wordplay of a wry smile and eccentric wit. Drummer Nick Robertson grounds the band’s focus while charging the group forward with a fiery fueled obsidian backbeat. Rounding out the pair is Guitarist Travis McKenzie who generously spins a holographic spectrum of color that lift the catchy Brit pop melodies that effortlessly dance about the rapidly changing landscapes of New York Garage Rock and …
Those Far Out Arrows new LP “Part Time Lizards” is out today. Head over to our webstore to grab a copy on limited edition green splatter vinyl, standard black vinyl, compact disc, and cassette. Be sure to make plan to hit up for of the below album release shows. 11/3 Omaha, NE @ Brothers Lounge 11/9 Kansas City, MO @ The Brick 11/10 Kansas City, MO @ Mills Record Company (Free All Ages)
Today ANCHR Magazine is premiering the 2nd single “American Trap” off of Those Far Out Arrows new Album “Part Time Lizards”. Part Time Lizards will be officially released on November 2, 2018, but you can preorder the album now on limited edition green splatter vinyl, black vinyl, compact disc and cassette in our webstore. Check out the second single below, and make plans to hit up one of the below release shows in November. Those Far Out Arrows – Part Time Lizards Release Shows 11/3 Omaha, NE @ Brother’s Lounge 11/9 Kansas City, MO @ The Brick w/ FaceFace & Drugs & Attics 11/10 Kansas City, MO @ Mills Record Company (All Ages Early Show) w/ Arc Flash https://www.anchrmagazine.com/tunes/2018/10/29/premiere-american-trap-by-those-far-out-arrows
Today New Noise Magazine is premiering the 1st single “Be Alright” off of Those Far Out Arrows new Album “Part Time Lizards”. Part Time Lizards will be officially released on November 2, 2018, but you can preorder the album now on limited edition green splatter vinyl, black vinyl, compact disc and cassette in our webstore. Check out the first single below, and make plans to hit up one of the below release shows in November. Song Premiere: Those Far Out Arrows – “Be Alright” Part Time Lizards Release Shows 11/3 Omaha, NE @ Brother’s Lounge 11/9 Kansas City, MO @ The Brick 11/10 Kansas City, MO @ Mills Record Company (All Ages Early Show) 11/10 Lawrence, KS @ The Replay Lounge
The wait is finally over. Paddlefish’s new album “Spill Me!” is out today. Check it out digitally at your favorite streaming and download site, or head over to the webstore to grab a copy on compact disc or limited edition cassette. Be sure to make plans to catch the band live at one of the below release shows. Aug. 18th Springfield, MO @ U.School w/ Casual Cal, Buckle Up Baby & Tennis Club $5 All Ages Aug. 25th Kansas City, MO @ Californios w/ Those Far Out Arrows, Planet What, Toughies, Dreamgirl, & Scruffy & The Janitors $5
We are excited to share that Drugs & Attics are the latest addition to the High Dive Family. They have just completed their new LP “Clean Their Room“, so stay tuned for details on the release coming at you soon. Be sure to catch them live tonight August 10th at Records With Merritt.
Today New Noise Magazine is premiering the video for “Watch” the lead single off of Paddlefish’s new album “Spill Me!” which will officially hit the streets on August 17th. You can preorder the album now on compact disc and limited edition cassette in our webstore. Hit up the link below to check out the video. Video Premiere: Paddlefish – “Watch”
We are excited to announce yet another addition to our growing roster. The newest members of the High Dive Family is Those Far Out Arrows from Omaha, NE. Hailing from the Great Plains of America, Those Far Out Arrows reject the vacuous slogan of “Nebraska nice” and deliver a bipolar pounding that is equal parts Crazy Horse and first wave punk. High-fiber grits served with a wink and a smile. Lyrics that question the status quo, shouts for answers, and declarations of indifference. Realizing that the only thing that matters is bringing the rock and leaving stains. We will be releasing their new full length later this fall. Stay tuned for all of the details in the coming weeks.
We are excited to announce that Paddlefish is the latest edition to the High Dive roster. Paddlefish at it’s heart is just some kids who taught themselves to play guitar, recruited some friends, claimed a space in their parents’ basement, and spend their teen years learning how to be a band. Paddlefish is full of loopy and sometimes grinding waves of guitar living inside catch pop songs. The Springfield, MO band has been playing shows across the midwest since 2015 finding themselves playing in bars that wouldn’t let them in except for the fact they were playing on the bill. We are excited to be working with them on their new full length album “Spill Me!” which we will be releasing later this summer digitally …
We are excited to announce that once again we will be hosting a High Dive Label Showcase at this year’s 6th annual Lawrence Field Day Fest. The Fest takes place July 13-15 featuring nearly 100 bands at 8 venues. High Dive’s showcase will take place on Friday July 14th at The Bottleneck. Music will start around 8:30, and the show will be all ages. You can purchase your pass for the event at the below link, and be sure to check the line up below for the set times for the showcase. Purchase tickets here: http://hellohamhawks.wixsite.com/lawrencefielddayfest High Dive Showcase Set Times: The Bottleneck: 737 New Hampshire St., Lawrence, KS 8:30 Sex Snobs 9:15 Bummer 10:00 Arc Flash 10:45 Dressy Bessy 11:45 Psychic Heat
Arc Flash’s new LP Carbon Copy is out Tomorrow March 31st. Be sure to head over to our webstore and grab a copy on vinyl or compact disc. Better yet make plans to hit up one of the below release shows and grab one from the band in person. 3/31 Lawrence, KS @ Replay Lounge w/ Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk, Condor & Jaybird & Wendy Moira 4/7 Lawrence, KS @ Love Garden Sounds w/ Shy Boys (Free All Ages Show) 4/8 Kansas City, MO @ Mills Record Company w/ Chasm (Free All Ages Show)
Arc Flash’s new LP Carbon Copy will be officially released on March 31, 2017, but you can stream the entire album now on Uproxx. Check it out at the below link. Arc Flash’s Ferocious Debut LP ‘Carbon Copy’ Will Blow Your Face Clean Off Also be sure to mark your calendar for these upcoming release shows. March 31st Lawrence KS @ Replay Lounge with Condor & Jaybird, Baby Birds Don’t Drink Milk & Wendy Moira April 7th Lawrence KS @ Love Garden Sounds with Shy Boys (Free All Ages) April 8th Kansas City MO @ Mills Record Company with Chasm (Free All Ages) If you cannot make it to one of these release shows you can preorder the album now on Limited Edition vinyl, standard …
CLRVYNT just premiered Arc Flash’s second single ‘Divination’ off of their upcoming LP “Carbon Copy”. Carbon Copy will be officially released on March 31st, but you can preorder the album in our webstore now on limited edition milky white/black vinyl, standard black vinyl or compact disc. In the meantime head over to the below link to check out ‘Divination’, and stay tuned for info regarding the upcoming release shows and tour dates. http://clrvynt.com/arc-flash-divination/
Organized Crimes will be hitting the road to celebrate the recent release of their new 7″ “Bel Ray Flats. Check out the tour dates below, and make sure to catch them when they roll thru your town. 2/22 THE SOCIAL ROOM Columbia MO 2/24 TIN DOG Nashville TN 2/25 PILOT LIGHT Knoxville TN 2/26 THE LANDING Asheville NC 2/27 ART TO LIFE Atlanta GA 2/28 MILESTONE Charlotte NC 2/29 HOUSE SHOW Savannah GA 3/1 529 BAR Atlanta GA 3/6 HOUSE SHOW Denton TX 3/7 HOUSE SHOW Oklahoma City OK 3/8 OUTLAND BALLROOM Springfield MO
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