Get Better Records

Get Better Records
Founded2009
FounderAlex Lichtenauer
Distributor(s)Redeye Distribution
GenrePunk
Hardcore punk
Indie rock
Alternative rock
Experimental music
Country of originUnited States
Location
Official websitewww.getbetterrecords.com

Get Better Records is an American independent record label based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[1]

History and background

The label was founded by Alex Lichtenauer and Nick King in 2009 in Keene, New Hampshire.[2] King left the label in 2010; Get Better is now run by Lichtenauer .[3][4][5]

Its stated aim is to "reverse the constant underrepresentation of the queer arts community, with a specific focus on punk, hardcore, and alternative rock music".[6] An article in Philadelphia similarly described it as "queer forward".[7]

Releases and events

In 2017, the label released a compilation album titled A Benefit Comp to Help Pay Medical Bills for Those Activists Fighting Against Fascism and Racism, the proceeds were donated to victims of the Charlottesville car attack and Hurricane Harvey.[8][9] In June 2020, the label donated its Bandcamp profits to a bail fund based in Philadelphia and Black and Pink.[10]

The label hosts an annual festival "Get Better Fest"[11]

Artists

Current

Alumni

References

  1. ^ Yoo, Noah (March 20, 2020). "Labels Directing Bandcamp Revenue to Their Artists". Pitchfork. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  2. ^ Bryan Bruchman (July 5, 2019). "The Subliminal Inevitable Show". btrtoday.com (Podcast). BTRtoday.
  3. ^ Mok, Annie (June 26, 2019). "The Supportive Punk of Get Better Records: An Illustrated Interview". Bandcamp. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  4. ^ Williams, Nick (July 19, 2019). "Listen to Get Better Records' Ally Einbinder & Alex Lichtenauer's Summer of Pride Playlist". Billboard. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  5. ^ Callwood, Brett (July 17, 2019). "Potty Mouth Continue to Get Better". LA Weekly. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  6. ^ "About Us". Get Better Records.
  7. ^ Rapa, Patrick (April 24, 2017). "Here's Your Get Better Playlist". Philadelphia. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  8. ^ "New Get Better Records Benefit Compilation Available for Streaming & Purchase". The Deli. September 6, 2017. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  9. ^ "Wilco, Wolf Eyes, Philly imprint look to raise funds following violence". The Daily Progress. August 15, 2017. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  10. ^ "Labels Donate Bandcamp Profits to Black Lives Matter". Spin. June 5, 2020. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  11. ^ Madden, Jack. "Strawberry Runners, Mannequin Pussy, Kilamanzego, and more will play Get Better Fest 5". WXPN | Vinyl At Heart. Retrieved July 12, 2024.
  12. ^ Moreland, Quinn (October 18, 2019). " "Control Top Make Urgent Noise Out of Crushing Political Anxiety". Pitchfork. Retrieved September 3, 2020.
  13. ^ Lesuer, Mike (November 8, 2023). "Oakland-based songwriter Kashika Kollaikal shares her first track for Get Better Records". Flood Magazine. Retrieved July 9, 2024.
  14. ^ Hermann, Adam (September 29, 2018). "Philly music we're listening to: Ivy Sole, Japanese Breakfast, Empath, and Suburban Living". Philly Voice. Retrieved September 2, 2020.
  15. ^ Vozick-Levinson, Simon (July 26, 2018). "Meet Empath, 2018's Trippiest Punk Band". Rolling Stone. Retrieved September 3, 2020.