Epitaph Records is a legendary indie label that lives its own lifeWhen you think about punk music, about sounds that hit straight into the brain and do not forgive inaction, the first thin...
When you think about punk music, about sounds that hit straight into the brain and do not forgive inaction, the first thing that comes to mind is Epitaph Records. This label, founded in Los Angeles by Bad Religion guitarist Britt Gurewitz, has long become something more than just a company with discs. This is a whole ecosystem where each artist is like a separate planet in the system.
From the very beginning, everything went its own way. There were no standards, just energy. Later, it was this fragile but powerful impulse that caused a real explosion in the nineties - now known as the punk explosion. And if someone had said then that a whole movement would grow out of this, probably no one would have believed it. And here he was - alive, screaming, demanding attention.
Gradually Epitaph expanded. Not just releasing records, but creating platforms. Among them is the sister label ANTI-, which specializes in unique, vibrant projects that are difficult to classify. There are no clear boundaries, there is room for experiments, for oddities, for things that don’t fit into regular formats.
There are so many names listed on the website page that it’s dizzying. Starts with the legends: Bad Religion, Descendents, Rancid, The Offspring - those who set the tone. But that's not all. There are bands like La Dispute, The World is a Beautiful Place &; I am No Longer Afraid to Die, which sounds completely different, almost melancholy, but at the same time holds on to the edges of their music just as strongly.
And here are the newcomers who have already managed to attract attention. HUNNY with its album SPIRIT!, Dolo Tonight with DVD Rental Store, Thrice with HorizonsWest - all these releases are not just news, they are like signals from the future. It's as if each album was a separate event, more important than any concert.
I wonder why now all these groups have new records coming out at the same time? Is this an accident or part of a larger plan? Could Epitaph be ready to blow up the world again? Or maybe he just lives his own life, without further explanation.
The list is long. And every day something new is added. Sometimes it seems that the label does not sleep at all, it only releases, broadcasts, and tells stories through tracks.
We haven’t forgotten about tours either. The list includes dates in Albuquerque, Bristol, Glasgow. It seems like the whole world is listening to punk rock somewhere right now. From The Linda Lindas to Falling In Reverse. And Sleep Theory are still playing loudly - even if someone missed them. There is a place for everyone. Even if you came with a boot, you will find neighbors.
And also YouTube. There you can find videos, clips, and rare performances.It’s a little unclear why they are needed, but why not? Maybe it's like we're leaving a mark behind. Like a diary entry: I was here. Or maybe it’s just such a practice - so that people see more than just music.
And, of course, the store. Not the usual one where you buy a T-shirt. Here are limited editions, color records, exclusives. For example, LP SPIRIT! in a green splatter, as if someone had broken a can of paint right on the disc. A must listen, but a must buy.
It is an American indie label founded by Brett Gurewitz in Los Angeles. Initially specializing in punk music, it expanded over time, launching sister label ANTI- and supporting a variety of artists.
In the coming months, new albums will be released from HUNNY, Dolo Tonight, Thrice, Motion City Soundtrack, Nevertel, La Dispute and others. The dates are indicated on the website - everything is on schedule.
The store is available directly on the Epitaph website. com. They sell records, clothing, limited editions, including SPIRIT! in green coloring.
No, they just have a wide coverage. From classics to experiments. Each artist has his own voice, his own story. Maybe it's a little noisy, but music should be live, right?
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