Hygh Tension Records

27/06/2025

Happy Release Day to Mark Mallman! His brand new album Magic Time is officially out now on Hygh Tension Records (TLG/Virgin Music Group) — and it’s stunning.

Preorders have shipped!
Huge thanks to Mark for creating such a powerful record, and to our partners at The Label Group and Virgin Music Group for helping bring it to the world.

The Star Tribune just named Mark’s in-store performance and record signing the #1 thing to do in the Twin Cities this weekend!
Lucky Cat Records, Saturday, June 28 at 2PM CT — don’t miss it!

Magic Time is streaming everywhere now. Dive in. Order your own beautiful clear orange vinyl or CD now— link in bio.

26/06/2025

Did you miss Mark Mallman’s live performance and interview on WCCO & CBS News Minnesota yesterday morning? Catch the full segment right here!

His brand new album Magic Time drops TOMORROW — Friday, 6/27/25 — on Hygh Tension Records (TLG)/ Virgin Music Group. Don’t miss it!

Mallman will be performing at the Parkway Theater in south Minneapolis in early August, in celebration of the release of his 11th album.

25/06/2025

Mark Mallman Live on WCCO CBS Mid‑Morning!Tune in this Wednesday, June 25th at 9:30AM CT to catch Mark Mallman performing live and sharing stories about his new album “Magic Time” — out this Friday, June 27th, worldwide on Hygh Tension Records (TLG)/Virgin Music Group!

With its signature mix of keyboard‑driven anthems, storytelling, and a flair for the theatrical, “Magic Time”captures the energy and emotion that have made Mark Mallman a Minnesota music icon.

👉 Watch live on WCCO or stream online — and get ready to experience the album when it drops this Friday!

20/06/2025

"It's the least paranormal song on the record, but it sure as hell is not normal!" -Mark Mallman

The new single “Stimulate” — and its official music video — from Mr. Serious himself is OUT NOW!

Stream it. Rinse. Repeat as necessary.

19/06/2025

Check out this interview with HTR artist Ryan Smith - Solo Artist of Soul Asylum, The Melismatics, and UltraBomb!

18/06/2025

When legends collide, you get THIS.

�Michael Bland. Sonny T. John Fields. One (BR)OTHERS shirt to bind them all.

Get yours before the funk gods change their mind.�
Link in bio.

16/06/2025

“Nothing short of stunning”

Thanks to Zillions Magazine for the stellar review of the new Mary Strand Music single “Does Any of This Really Matter!”

We want to hear what YOU think of this track. Let us know in the comments!

🔥❤️🎧

15/06/2025

We are PSYCHED to announce that the Mark Mallman Magic Time Presale is LIVE! You can now grab limited-edition merch bundles featuring vinyl, shirts, hats, posters, and more—only available until release day: June 27. Album drops on Hygh Tension Records (TLG)/Virgin Music Group.

🎩 Packages include:
✅ Vinyl + Download
✅ CD Bundles
✅ Signed Posters
✅ Exclusive T-Shirts & Hats
✅ Magnets, stickers, and More
🛒 Shop now: https://markmallman.bandcamp.com/merch

💥 These bundles are only around for a limited time—when they’re gone, they vanish like a velvet vampire.

12/05/2025

That's HTR recording artist Ryan Smith - Solo Artist (Soul Asylum, The Melismatics, UltraBomb) playing with THE Gang Of Four!

Ryan Smith of Soul Asylum joined us onstage in Minneapolis and ripped up the stage with awesome shredding guitar on What We All Want

Photo by Dan Michener

07/05/2025

Today was an exciting day here at the label! The forthcoming album “Magic Time” from went to press at . Thanks to and Chris Johnson for giving us a most excellent tour of the facility! We look forward to many more projects with you. This album drops 6-27-25 on Hygh Tension Records (TLG)/

05/05/2025

Big news from across the pond!�

Stone Arch Rivals just got a full-page print feature in the latest issue of the UK’s TJPL News, and it’s all about our debut single “The One You’ll Want Tomorrow.”

The review calls our track “irresistible,” “full of joy,” and a “dynamic fusion of retro charm and contemporary polish.” We’re honored—and a little floored—to be recognized like this right out of the gate.

Massive thanks to horn master Ivan Jackson (Brasstracks), and keyboard legend Tommy Barbarella.

Debut album That’s What They Say is on the way.
Read the full article below 👇

19/04/2025

NEW FEATURE ALERT

Big thanks to Big Takeover Magazine for this thoughtful (and fiery) write-up on Mary Strand Music’s latest single, “For All of Us (Dear Taylor)” 🔥

This one’s not just a hooky genre-bender from Mary and her band The Garage — it’s a statement. A punk-pop power move that calls out the absurdity of online hate, especially the strange obsession with tearing down women like Taylor Swift for being… successful?

We’re proud to stand behind artists who use their voices to push back against the noise and speak truth with swagger.


Out now everywhere. Read the full article at BigTakeover.