Record labels often get a bad rap when it comes to artist relations and development—but when the label head is a respected artist and musician himself, fine work flourishes. Such is the case with 30th Century Records, helmed by Brian Burton, who you know as the multi-talented Danger Mouse.
To introduce new ears to the his new efforts, we have the label sampler 30th Century Records, Volume 1, including The Arcs (The Black Keys’ Dan Auerbach’s side band), Autolux, Sam Cohen, and more—and Autolux’s 7″ “Change My Head” / “Soft Scene” vinyl bundle to mail out to 2 winners.
“In partnership with Columbia Records, world-renowned artist, songwriter, and producer Brian Burton (aka Danger Mouse) launched 30th Century Records, releasing Compilation Volume 1 in December 2015. The eleven-track collection is a psychedelic mosaic with international scope, one that touches both future and classic sounds from the sun-drenched shores of Brazil to the murky depths of Glasgow.
It features Dan Auerbach’s blistering riffage in The Arcs and Autolux’s arty experimentalism. There’s Sam Cohen’s rough-hewn authenticity and emotive rockers from newcomers like Nine Pound Shadow and Waterstrider to be enjoyed. Compiled by Danger Mouse himself, this album finds guitar music alive and well from the garage to the depths of space.”
“Listening to an Autolux album has always been like being temporarily transported to an entirely different universe, one where disorientation and intrigue are the dominant forces, and embracing the unfamiliar and mysterious is the best navigational strategy. Pussy’s Dead, the Los Angeles-based trio’s third album and first release in six years, is even more of an immersive sonic experience.
Produced by Boots (Beyonce, Run the Jewels), the foundation of nearly every song consists of tangled sonic collages built around uneasy, beautiful arrangements that approach meaning from seemingly impossible vantage points, yet still register squarely with the listener’s emotions.”
Enter to win 30th Century Records’ 30th Century Records, Volume 1 label sampler and Autolux’s “Change My Head” / “Soft Scene” 7″ by citing in the comments below a handful of artists you’d sign to your own label who fully represent your personal taste.
We’ll choose 2 winners with a North American mailing address (and superb A&R skills) for both the comp and 7″ one week from today, March 4, 2016.
