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High Places is an experimental indie pop duo formed in Brooklyn by vocalist Mary Pearson and multi-instrumentalist Rob Barber. Known for heavy rhythm, lo-fi production, and distinctive bassoon textures, the duo has built a sound that blends tactile warmth with adventurous experimentation. After relocating to Los Angeles, Pearson and Barber continued to push their sonic boundaries across intimate and prestigious venues, earning a dedicated following in the indie scene.

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On record, High Places has released a series of critically recognized albums on Thrill Jockey, including their self-titled debut, the collaborative and atmospheric High Places vs. Mankind, and the later release Original Colors, which showcase their knack for sculpting looping rhythms and ethereal melodies around unconventional instrumentation. The project has also contributed to the 2008 compilation 03/07-09/07, expanding their reach within the indie community.

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Notably, Pitchfork highlighted From Stardust to Sentience from their debut as one of the Top 500 Tracks of the 2000s, ranking it at 417, cementing their place in the era’s indie canon. High Places has performed at landmark venues such as the Guggenheim, Whitney Museum, New Museum, and The Kitchen, and they've toured with acts including Toro Y Moi, Deerhunter, Liars, No Age, Dan Deacon, and Xiu Xiu. Though 2025 hasn’t brought public tour dates, the duo’s past touring periods—from 2009 to 2011—represent a time of vibrant live experimentation that fans still celebrate today.

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For fans looking to explore their work, High Places’ releases are available on Bandcamp, with additional insights from their official blog and historical MySpace presence. We’ve got you covered for reliable information, venue details, and a clear path to secure tickets when tours resume. Follow the duo on their official channels for updates and behind-the-scenes looks at their creative process.

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The essentials

Quick Facts About High Places

  • Genre/style: experimental indie pop with heavy rhythm, lo-fi production, and bassoon-driven textures.
  • Origin and lineup: Brooklyn-born duo Mary Pearson (vocals) and Rob Barber (multi-instrumentalist); later relocated to Los Angeles.
  • Discography (albums, most recent first): Original Colors (2011, Thrill Jockey); High Places vs. Mankind (2010, Thrill Jockey); High Places (2008, Thrill Jockey); 03/07-09/07 (2008, compilation, Thrill Jockey).
  • Notable achievement: Pitchfork listed From Stardust to Sentience from the debut as one of the Top 500 Tracks of the 2000s (ranked 417).
  • High Places has performed at major venues (Guggenheim, Whitney Museum, New Museum, The Kitchen) and has toured with Toro Y Moi, Deerhunter, Liars, No Age, Dan Deacon, Xiu Xiu and others.
  • Social/media presence includes Bandcamp pages for each release, plus an official Blogger/ blog and a MySpace page.

The records

High Places Discography

  • Original Colors
    2011 · Thrill Jockey
  • High Places vs. Mankind
    2010 · Thrill Jockey
  • High Places
    2008 · Thrill Jockey
  • 03/07-09/07
    2008 · Thrill Jockey

The hits

Top High Places Songs

  • I Was Born
    2009 · Did not chart
  • Can't Feel Born
    2010 · Did not chart

For fans looking to explore their work, High Places’ releases are available on Bandcamp, with additional insights from their official blog and historical MySpace presence. We’ve got you covered for reliable information, venue details, and a clear path to secure tickets when tours resume. Follow the duo on their official channels for updates and behind-the-scenes looks at their creative process.

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