Formed in 1994 by Bob Becker, Fearless Records initially became known for launching the careers of respected punk rock acts such as Plain White T's, At The Drive-In, Bigwig, The Aquabats, and Sugarcult. In recent years, the Huntington Beach, CA label has become an internationally-renowned hotbed for up-and-coming rock bands, including Breathe Carolina, The Maine, Mayday Parade, The Word Alive, Motionless In White, Alesana and Every Avenue. The label recently signed multi-platinum act EVE 6. Fearless Records is also home to the "Punk Goes Series," which is one of the top themed compilation series available. 

Metal Blade Records history by Dan Slessor:
Founded upon owner Brian Slagel's enduring drive to find great bands and get their music out to as many people as possible, since 1982 Metal Blade has brought wave after wave of powerful, innovative, and often genre-defining music to the ever-hungry metal masses. It is this ethos that has seen Metal Blade build up a stunning and diverse catalogue, weather the various storms facing any independent label, and in an age of declining record sales boast the most successful years of its existence as it strides into its fourth decade.

What perhaps makes this achievement all the more notable is the fact that Slagel never even intended to start a label. Working in an LA record store and writing for various publications, Slagel was acutely aware that many great bands in the local metal scene were being ignored, and he decided to release a compilation of tracks drawn from these ranks. "There were a lot of really good bands and I was just bummed out that nobody could hear them. It just seemed like I could help them out and have some fun at the same time, and that compilation was the first Metal Massacre," he states. Collating tracks from then unknown bands including Ratt, Bitch, Cirith Ungol, and Metallica amongst others, the compilation sold out immediately. "How important is Metal Blade to our career? They're only the reason we are enjoying the worldwide success we have today," states Metallica's James Hetfield. "Without Brian's openness to some raunchy teens with a crap sounding cassette tape we would be who knows where, and playing who knows what!" With the popularity of the tape spurring Slagel on, the first seeds of Metal Blade were sown. "After the success of those compilations I just started putting out records of bands that I was friends with, but without ever really intending it to be a label at all," he explains. "After I put out four or five releases I started to feel like something was happening, and I decided to quit the record store and quit college and see where it went."

Battling through the first few lean years, when the label consisted solely of Slagel working out of his mom's poorly ventilated garage in the San Fernando Valley, it gradually grew in both revenue and stature. Within a few years Metal Blade would go on to release the debuts of Slayer, Armored Saint, Trouble, and Corrosion Of Conformity amongst others, fanning the flames of the burgeoning metal scene and launching careers of bands that would go onto reap global success. "Without Metal Blade, there is a damn good chance we never would've made it out of L.A," says Slayer's Kerry King. "That was the one bit of luck we needed. You can be the most awesome band on the scene, and if no one notices you, you don't catch on. And Brian Slagel is still one of the biggest metalheads I know!" This genuine love and devotion to metal is central to the relationship many of the artists have with Metal Blade, and King Diamond credits much of its relevance and strength to this passion. "I refer to it as having 'boots on the ground'," the mighty Dane states. "It's not like a major label where some people might be into what you're doing but a lot of them just see it as a job – there's a genuine love for metal there. Through staying true to that and doing their own thing they've carved out a very specific niche that they control, and as an artist it's wonderful to be a part of that."over the years. Clearly without those people we couldn't do what we do, and to everyone out there who has helped us along by being a fan we are so very grateful to you."

Read more: http://www.metalblade.com/us/about-us/

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Harijan Music (formerly The Cake Is A Lie)

The metal band you know today as “A PRICE ON THE KING’S HEAD,” started as a jamming session between guitarists; Werner Fourie & Wihan Mouton (My Life Story; Tristia). Wanting to create music that was unique yet still true to their individual influences they started writing new material. 

Early 2013 saw the puzzle pieces fall into place as they were joined by the current drummer, Jonathan Burgers (War Corpse), adding a challenging and energetic tempo to every tune. 
After many hours of writing and practice, the guys began recording their ‘soon-to-be-released’ EP as well as searching for a suitable vocalist. 

Their search led them to their current vocalist, Brendan Glover (Sindulgence; The Plague), known for his presence and energy on stage; this was the perfect choice for their brand of metal. 

With just one slot open in the line-up, a unanimous decision was made to recruit Bernard Haasbroek A.K.A Bernie on bass guitar. With his knowledge in sound as well as his experience in the scene, he was a welcomed addition to the APOTKH camp.

With a full line-up and gig preparation in full swing, “A PRICE ON THE KING’S HEAD” are rearing to go. 
Expect intensity and relentless energy on stage, with a hard-hitting approach to their genre, this band is capable and more than willing to tear down the old and replace it with their new, heavy metal.

See you in the PIT.

APOTKH.

Check out our 2 singles as well as our EP "Harbinger" on SoundCloud or BandCamp! Harbinger is available in digital download and hard-copy orders on BandCamp!  

Animus, meaning "spirit of animosity". Animus Fall brings the image of the season of hostility.

Starting as a nameless project between friends Nico Bamberger, Andrew Lambert & Tyron Cerqueira in 2009, the lineup came to completion with the addition of vocalist Joel Dickson and bassist Theo Burger Botha in September 2013.

Combining harsh and clean vocals, Animus Fall blends fast paced rhythms with catchy melodic undertones.

In October 2013 Animus Fall released their first single "Twist & Turn". In June 2014 they released their second single "Fell the Empire". In August 2014 Animus Fall played at Metal4Africa's Winterfest'2014 show. In July 2015 Animus Fall released their debut EP "Harbinger" featuring 7 tracks, including an intro. 

Website:
http://www.animusfall.com/

Bandcamp:
http://animusfall.bandcamp.com/

YouTube: 
http://www.youtube.com/animusfallza

Twitter: @AnimusFallZA 
http://twitter.com/AnimusFallZA

Google+:
http://plus.google.com/110054688342067750515/

Epitaph Records is an independent music label founded in Los Angeles by Bad Religion guitarist Brett Gurewitz. Early releases from a variety of punk heavyweights spawned what became known as the 90s punk explosion. 

Along the way Epitaph proudly launched its sister label ANTI-, representing unique and distinguished acts. From the beginning Epitaph’s mission has been to serve the musicians on its diverse and creative roster - an artist-first model, radical twenty years ago, and much imitated today. 

Heli Gang. Serving up bass delicacies since 2011.


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