How did you get High Two off the ground?
High Two started in late 2003 with coffee can full of coins, a push from my friend Mark Christman, and the knowledge that the world needed to hear Dave Burrell properly recorded. It bore fruit with the June 2004 release of Dave Burrell’s first album.
What are the challenges of starting and maintaining a label?
I think the biggest challenge is putting something new in front of people; you never know how anything is going to be received.
Are you looking to broaden your artist roster?
After the next crop of artists’ deals are worked out, I don’t think the music could get more broad. More music of various types is on the way, in a big way.
What’s your ultimate, long term goal for High Two?
The vision for High Two, from its inception, was for it to be a venue for new, adventurous, and creative music. As such, I wouldn’t say there is a long-term goal for the label itself. The goals are not set for the label, but for the artists. I am honored when someone compliments the label that has quality releases, but I am thrilled when someone recognizes the artistry of one of the artists. Specifically, the Nobel Prize in Literature for Adam Arcuragi is the number one goal.
What suggestions can you offer indie artists looking to get signed?
I think the key for artists is to truly do something original and put all of your creative force behind it. Confidence and clarity of vision go a long way.
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