The Higher State, formed in 2005 in Kent, UK, is a psychedelic folk-rock band renowned for their authentic 1960s-inspired sound. Their music seamlessly blends West Coast jangle-pop with the raw energy of Texan garage punk and psychedelia. The lineup features Mole on drums and vocals, Paul Messis on bass and vocals, and Daniel Shaw on guitar and vocals. Their discography includes albums like "Darker by the Day" (2009), "Freakout At The Gallery" (2011), and a self-titled release in 2013. Their latest album, "Volume 27," was released in 2016. ([last.fm](https://www.last.fm/music/The%2BHigher%2BState?utm_source=openai))