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Hygh Tension Records is a Minnesota-based record label with major label distribution devoted to exposing exciting new music.

Punk, indie, funk, R&B, shoegaze, rock, and more.

11/07/2025

We’re thrilled to share that Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine has added Stone Arch Rivals’ single “Dry Dust and Rising Water” to their Minnesota Playlist for November! We’re in truly great company alongside amazing artists like Loki’s Folly, Now, Now, Poliça, Jeremy Messersmith, and Dylan Hicks.

Huge thanks to the magazine for the nod and to Elephants & Flowers Media for all their support. Give the playlist a spin and check out these incredible local tunes!

10/24/2025

New Release Alert from Hygh Tension Records! ✨
We’re thrilled to announce that Stone Arch Rivals’ album “That’s What They Say” is officially out today! We celebrated last night at the Hook and Ladder Theater with a packed house, and the energy was just incredible. We’re all still grinning ear to ear from the amazing sense of community and a night full of great music and friends.
Make sure to check out their killer new record featuring some soulful keys from none other than Prince’s legendary keyboardist, Tommy Barbarella. You can stream it everywhere now, out on Hygh Tension Records/Virgin Music Group. Enjoy!

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10/15/2025

ALBUM + RELEASE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT!

We’re thrilled to announce that Stone Arch Rivals will release their debut album That’s What They Say on October 24thvia Hygh Tension Records / Virgin Music Group!
Produced by Ryan Smith, this record captures everything we love about raw, heartfelt rock ’n’ roll — unforgettable songs, inspired performances, and even a guest appearance from legendary keyboardist Tommy Barbarella (Prince and the NPG). 🎹🔥

To celebrate, we’re throwing an album release show on Thursday, October 23rd at The Hook and Ladder in the Zen Arcade!
�✨ With special guest PaviElle�🎸 Opening set by Ryan Smith (solo acoustic)�🤝 Collaborations, community, and plenty of surprises.

Mark your calendars, grab your tickets now as they are going FAST, and join us for an incredible night of Minneapolis music.

🎟 Get tickets here: https://app.opendate.io/e/stone-arch-rivals-w-pavielle-french-ryan-smith-october-23-2025-627381

Independent venues like The Hook and Ladder are the beating heart of our scene — let’s show them some love and keep them thriving! ❤️

10/13/2025

Congrats to Mary Strand! 🎉 Her new album recently made (UK)’s Hot Picks for New Releases!
If you haven’t had the pleasure of cranking it up yet… what are you waiting for?! 🔥🎶

10/01/2025

The Hollywood Times sat down with Minneapolis rock legend Cindy Lawson to talk about her new single “The Reckoning”, her creative process, and her journey from The Clams in the ‘80s to her latest work.

Cindy gets candid about songwriting, the Twin Cities music scene, working with incredible collaborators, and why making music today feels more vital than ever.

Read the full feature here: https://hollywoodtimes.net/rocker-cindy-lawson/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR7uv51AKYiTLRGqJEqGcsDBe_sNv-hlmWzdxEy8LvO3hs_P2UketJ6hDE2hEA_aem_jOinwDL_u60NHPjtq4En1A

09/26/2025

“This song is for anyone who’s been burned, betrayed, and silenced.” – Cindy Lawson

UK’s She Makes Music is shining a spotlight on punk legend Cindy Lawson and her blistering new single “The Reckoning” ⚡️

From tearing up the Minneapolis scene in the ‘80s alongside The Replacements and Soul Asylum, to walking away after betrayal—and now roaring back stronger than ever—Cindy’s story is as powerful as her music.

Listen to The Reckoning now on Hygh Tension Records (TLG)/Virgin Records.

We want to hear what YOU think!

Read the full article here:
https://shemakesmusic.co.uk/new-music/cindy-lawson-roars-back-with-new-single-the-reckoning/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNDcZVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHpurlONOhD50FkNb497AJDUlk4sRsFln8WnLbIbT_zzZ3wi8_KcU6XM6KZk6_aem_J5Hz9q7DEI0pRW32ZSacjQ

09/19/2025

The Reckoning Fan Pack from Cindy Lawson— get it exclusively at the Hygh Tension Records Bandcamp store now! Be the coolest kid on your block.

Here is the direct link to get yours: https://hyghtensionrecords.bandcamp.com/merch/cindy-lawson-the-reckoning-fan-pack

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09/16/2025

Big thanks to all the amazing radio stations spinning Mark Mallman’s new album Magic Time!
Because of your support, the record is climbing the NACC 200 charts, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Today’s a perfect day to put on your favorite track from this incredible album. 💿✨

📸 Photo courtesy of Lucky Cat Records

Special shoutout to these stations for their love and support:
KSYM 90.1 FM KTCU 88.7 FM WCNI 90.9 FM WDWN 89.1 FM WTCC 90.7 FM WXAV 88.3 FM
KFCF 88.1 FM KMUD 91.1 FM KUOM Radio K 770 AM WESD Elmbrook Radio WFWM 91.9 FM WMUH 91.7 FM WRUW 91.1 FM WWUH 91.3 FM
CFRU KCMP KFAI KHEN KVSC WSCA

Thank you for helping Magic Time reach more ears and minds!

09/12/2025

Cheers 🍾 to on dropping their amazing new single, “Dry Dust and Rising Water!” This track marks a stylistic shift from their signature neo-soul rock, exploring Americana influences reminiscent of The Gear Daddies and The Jayhawks. It also features the keyboards of Tommy Barbarella from Prince’s NPG. Give it a listen!

09/10/2025

“Totally accessible indie married up with infectious alt-pop vibes and punky sonic attitudes.” – Big Takeover Magazine

Big news from the HTR family: 
Mary Strand’s powerful new music video for “Least Of All Her” is featured on the front page of Big Takeover Magazine!

The feature explains: “‘Least of All Her’ is a stand against domestic violence, a counter to this ‘boys will be boys’ attitude that often sees young men get away with murder—sometimes quite literally. It’s a reminder that while everyone argues and debates the level of justice meted out on the perpetrator, there is a broken person at the heart of the story who all too often gets ignored.”

We’re proud to stand behind Mary as she shines a light where it’s most needed—and grateful to see Big Takeover give this song the spotlight it deserves.

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PO Box 17212
Saint Paul, MN
55117

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https://hyghtensionrecords.com/

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