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ROTW: Monster Magnet – Dopes To Infinity

admin — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:00:32 +0000

Record of the Week: Monster Magnet – Dopes To Infinit

Welcome back to another edition of The Daytime High’s Record of the Week. This week, we are plugging into a stellar high-water mark of stoner rock: Monster Magnet’s 1995 masterpiece, Dopes To Infinity.

This album marked the end of an era, serving as the final record of Monster Magnet’s initial, unadulterated space rock/stoner rock period. Following this release, the band would streamline their sound and image into a more generalized heavy metal style in an attempt to capture a wider commercial audience. But for many fans, Dopes To Infinity remains their absolute creative summit.

Black Sabbath heavy riffs and Hawkwind space jams

If your musical DNA includes a healthy dose of Black Sabbath heavy riffs and Hawkwind space jams, all twisted up with postmodern cynicism and 1960s garage psych, this album was tailor-made for your speakers. Frontman Dave Wyndorf is one of the most criminally underrated songwriters and producers in rock. While every Monster Magnet album boasts some fantastic tracks, Dopes is where the band’s sprawling, psychedelic, heavy vision completely locks into place.

Standout Tracks to Spin:

Ready to blast off? Turn the volume all the way up for these specific highlights:

“Dopes To Infinity”
“All Friends And Kingdom Come”
“Negasonic Teenage Warhead”

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Still Waiting On Album 2

admin — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:30:21 +0000

Waiting on album #2

We have all the songs mixed, we are doing some tweaks to get the final mixes done.

Clay Blair at Boulevard Recording have done a fantastic job so far bringing these songs to a level we didn’t think possible. We are excited to share these in the coming months

Micael waiting on the album to be completely done

Our bass drum light in the Garudio

Studio Pictures

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ROTW – Prince And The Revolution – Purple Rain

admin — Sat, 23 May 2026 12:53:28 +0000

Record of the Week: Prince And The Revolution – Purple Rain

Welcome back to The Daytime High’s Record of the Week. This week, we’re throwing it back to 1984 with an absolute juggernaut: the soundtrack to Prince’s first full-length film, Purple Rain.

It is hard to overstate just how massive this album was upon its release. While Prince already had a brilliant catalog, Purple Rain features arguably his most accessible and universally celebrated material. What makes this record stand out from a performance standpoint is the collaborative energy. Prince opened the floor to contributions from his backing band, The Revolution, far more than he had in the past—most notably on the last three tracks of the album, which were actually recorded live.

The combination of elite songwriting and undeniable musicianship on this record is breathtaking. Whether you’re listening to the intricate arrangements or the blistering guitar solos, this is the exact moment the entire world got to know the sheer, unfiltered genius of Prince.

Standout Tracks to Spin:

If you are diving back into this masterpiece, turn it up for these highlights:

“Let’s Go Crazy”
“Computer Blue”
“Darling Nikki”

Listen to the Album on Spotify:

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Record of the Week: The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society

admin — Sat, 16 May 2026 17:22:37 +0000

Record of the Week: The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society

Welcome to this week’s Record of the Week! We are diving into a true classic that took a little time to find its rightful place in rock history: The Kinks’ sixth studio album, The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society.

When it originally dropped in 1968, the album wasn’t exactly a commercial smash. However, time has a funny way of revealing true genius. In the years since its release, it has become universally critically acclaimed and served as a massive, undeniable influence—particularly in shaping the sound of the 1990s Britpop scene. You can easily hear the DNA of this record in bands from Blur to Supergrass.

Ray Davies' Brilliance

What makes this album so enduring is Ray Davies’ brilliant, narrative-driven songwriting. It plays like a loose concept album centered around the charm and quirks of traditional British life. In an era that was heavily dominated by sprawling, psychedelic freak-outs, The Kinks opted for a beautifully direct production style. That refreshing clarity is exactly why it remains such a satisfying listen today. It simply never goes out of style.

Standout Tracks to Spin:

If you are diving in or revisiting the record, make sure to pay special attention to these highlights:

“Picture Book”
“Big Sky”
“Animal Farm”

Listen to the Album on Spotify

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Mixing the new album

admin — Fri, 15 May 2026 17:25:55 +0000

We received the first mix!

We received the first song mixed by world-renowned mixer Clay Blair yesterday. We were very pleasantly surprised by how well the first mix sounded. We can’t wait to share the new music with you guys soon. There will be a vinyl album pressed for our 2nd album.

About Clay Blair

From his early days recording in his parents’ basement to playing The Cavern Club at 17 with the world’s youngest Beatles tribute band, Clay’s journey has been driven by an insatiable curiosity about sound. This curiosity led him from touring with his own band, The Treasury, to running Altamont Recording in Asheville, NC, and finally to Los Angeles, where he opened Boulevard Recording in 2011.

Clay’s expertise lies in creating productions that are sonically rich and emotionally resonant. He specializes in retro rock and roll, folk intimacy, and smart pop sensibilities, all infused with authentic 60’s and 70’s vibes. His secret weapon? An encyclopedic knowledge of recording techniques combined with state-of-the-art technology, allowing him to recreate the sound of any era with pinpoint accuracy.

At Boulevard Recording, Clay Blair offers a suite of services designed to elevate your music to its fullest potential. With a Grammy award under his belt and decades of experience spanning from classic analog to cutting-edge digital, Clay brings a unique blend of vintage expertise and modern innovation to every project.

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Thursday Night Creative Process

admin — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:09:41 +0000

Thursday Night Creative Process

We get together almost every Thursday to create music, we are currently mixing our 2nd album.

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Inspired by TDH Album of the week

admin — Sat, 03 Jan 2026 13:00:21 +0000

Inspired by TDH Album Of The Week

Pedalboard experiments for the TDH Album of the Week

Messing around at home with some pedals at home, this is inspired by a TDH Album of the Week. Doesn’t sound like the original, but can you guess what 80’s track I recorded?

You might know Dr. Robert for its 60s tones, but it turns out it’s the secret weapon for 80s post-punk bite. Pair it with the Diamond Tremolo and you’re instantly transported to a rainy night in 1980-something.

Two pedals that helped bridge the gap between vintage saturation and post-punk atmosphere: the Aclam Dr. Robert and the Diamond Tremolo.

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Happy New Year from TDH

admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:41 +0000

The Daytime High would like to wish you a Happy New Year !

We are looking forward to releasing new music in 2026

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The Daytime High Featured by Artful People

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 21:38:01 +0000

When Art Meets Sound: The Daytime High Featured by Artful People

There is something incredibly powerful about seeing music translated into a visual medium. We were recently honored to have our track “Waterfall” featured as the sonic backdrop for a stunning charcoal drawing piece curated by Artful People.

The Beauty of the Process

The video features the breathtaking work of artist @mad.charcoal, whose mastery of the medium is truly a sight to behold. Watching the raw texture of charcoal meet the canvas while the atmospheric layers of “Waterfall” play in the background creates a synergy that we absolutely love.

Art has always been a major influence on our songwriting, and seeing the creative community embrace our music in this way is exactly why we do what we do. The “Waterfall” of sound meets the “Waterfall” of lines and shadows—it’s a perfect match.

A Community of Creators

A huge thank you to @art_fulpeople for the feature. Their platform is a constant source of inspiration for us, showcasing beautiful content from artists across the globe. We highly recommend heading over to their page to see the full video and explore more of their curated gallery.

See the video here!

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