The High Strung

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The High Strung are a garage rock band from Detroit, Michigan. The band consists of the lead singer and guitarist Josh Malerman, bassist Chad Stocker, and drummer Derek Berk. They formed in Brooklyn, NY when the members of the former East Lansing, MI favorite The Masons changed their name and added Stocker. Their first album These are Good Times was released on Tee Pee Records in 2003 to rave reviews. it was followed by their second album Moxie Bravo in 2005.

The band has several claims to fame over the years. In 2004 they left their tour bus on the steps of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 2005 they began touring libraries throughout the state of Michigan, spurring an appearance on an episode of This American Life on NPR. They are currently touring libraries throughout the country as a follow up, however they remain true to their rock roots by playing in bars and more traditional venues as well.

  • The High Strung were featured on Daytrotter in September, 2006
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