On December 11, Cuban alternative rock band High Grass shares a music video for their new single, “90 Miles.” Referencing the distance between Key West, Florida, USA, and Cuba, the song reflects the strained political relationship between the two countries. “Its title symbolizes freedom for some and an insurmountable distance for others,” according to lead singer Kristina Miranda. The release follows the band’s recent EP, The Black Door and represents a transition
for the band—and also marks the start of a new chapter in their career.

High Grass, now based in LA, fortifies emotional connections to their home on “90 Miles.” Capturing listeners’ imagination from the outset, the track opens with gentle melodies like a calm sea, then the storm hits: driving guitars and percussion come crashing in behind the lead singer’s mesmerizing vocals. “90 Miles” is meant for anyone who is far away from their friends and family. The new single was mixed by multi-Grammy Award-winning engineer Jacquire King (Kings of
Leon, Norah Jones, Cold War Kids), who frst saw potential in the band.

When speaking more on “90 Miles”, Kristina explained
“We wanted to shine some light on the situation in Cuba to show the world what is happening. During these hard times, I feel the song may resonate not only with Cuban people, but with anyone who is currently far apart from their loved ones. We want them to know they are not alone.”

The music video for the track was also recorded before the band officially relocated to the US, and it represents their spiritual connection to their previous home. Between live shots of High Grass performing near the famed Havana lighthouse, their projections come to life as if beamed directly from El Morro Fortress. It is a living memory of the band’s first chapter, and with the
release of “90 Miles,” High Grass is ready to move on to whatever may come next.

ABOUT HIGH GRASS:
High Grass is an alternative rock band in Los Angeles, created in Havana in 2011 by Cuban guitarist and Grammy-nominated engineer Marciel Miranda and Russian-born Armenian vocalist Kristina Miranda. Songs from The Black Door EP were supported by the Planet Rock radio station and featured in Vents Magazine, ComeHereFloyd, V13 (Pure Grain Audio),
Voyage LA, and many more.

“90 Miles” credits
Written and Produced by Kristina Miranda & Marciel Miranda
Mixed by Jacquire King
Vocals by Kristina Miranda
Guitars by Marciel Miranda
Bass by Daryl Vaillant
Drums by Marlon Yamian Marrero Avaló
Mastered by Marciel Miranda
Artwork by The Real Theory

Video credits
Directed by Marcos Louit & Kristina Miranda
Cinematography by Alain López
Color correction by David Asambadze