We've received an avalanche of news from smaller independent labels lately. Click below to check out updates from Fantasmo Records, The Rock Front Alliance, Olde Tyme Productions, Stick Shift Records, Mindset Records, Meter Records, Bandubi Records and Fantasmo Records. Most are looking for bands to participate in compilations, so pay particular attention if you're one of the hundreds of indie bands that contacts us monthly… this just might be your chance.
Anonymous writes "The Rock Front Alliance is calling all labels who would like help with distro, tours, and exposure to join the first ever small label union. Its free, and the only requirements are that you have more then one band, some sort of a fanbase, and willing to support other labels, please contact Alex at info@relavarerecords.com."
Anonymous writes us that "Stick Shift records is looking for new talent! To submit a demo, e-mail StickShiftRecords @ hotmail com to obtain a mailing address or to send a mp3 site link. No e-mail attachments accepted. To join their street team, e-mail StickShiftStreetTeam @ hotmail com. One member selected weekly will win a Bag-O-Rock giftpack that includes CDs, t-shirts, stickers, posters, concert tickets and passes, etc."Â
Old Tyme Productions writes us "Olde Tyme Productions is a new record label/production company has sprung up with the intent of putting out records and throwing shows in the Boston area. Already releasing CDs by 12cent and JHC, local shows and an east coast showcase tour are in the works. Get in touch to work with us, and bands send your demos for shows/record/compilation consideration.Check out the info on the site."
Anonymous writes us that "Mindset Records is releasing a two cd compilation called THE PUNK VS EMO. And is looking for bands. There is no fee to be on the comp. Just write to compinfo@mindsetrecords.net with your info.The bands that are on it already are RUFIO, THE MARSHES, AND SHOOTING BLANKS."
jeffreycaissie writes us "Hi. The 8 band, 16 song Meter Records sampler is now available. Two songs (some unreleased & some previously released) from the following bands: Darryl's Grocery Bag, One Shot Left, Against Time, The Failure, Guilt Trip, The Browns, The Everymen and Jeffrey Caissie. In Canada send $6 ppd to Meter Records Po Box 368, 440-10816 Macleod Trail S.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2J 5N8, in the USA send $5ppd to Jeffrey Caissie Po Box 393, Green Bay, Wi. 54305-0393."Â Â
Anonymous writes us that "Bandubi Records is about to launch with its first release in the next few months from the best band in modern rocksteady along with an incredible record label sampler. Specializing in punk rock, reggae, rocksteady, and hip hop, Bandubi Records will provide the highest quality in modern roots music. Songs from bands like Filibuster, Type 4, International Farmers, and Knowledge Born are already available on the site. Visit the website, listen to new music, and prepare…….we're gonna drop it on ya!"
Fantasmo writes us that "Fantasmo Records in Illinois is looking for submissions for their first compilation. Check out the details here."