Tomorrow’s the day when some of Europe’s leading independent labels are joining together for a unique event in the middle of London. You’ll get to see and meet the heads of many of the UK’s labels as they sell their wares directly to customers from behind a traditional stall.
For those who are unaware, Berwick Street, in the heart of Soho, first became active as a trading place in 1778 and since the 1990s has been well known for its independent record shops. The area is a bustling, busy and character-filled and will provide a most vibrant and suitable platform for this event. So, if you fancy rubbing shoulders with Domino head honcho Laurence Bell and giving him grief about the new Arctic Monkeys record, or visiting Rough Trade and checking out their exclusive event releases, or simply sampling free tea and catching up with the special guest appearances, this is a great occasion. A-Z of featured labels: Angular, Bella Union, Chess Club, Domino, Fortuna Pop!, Heavenly, House Anxiety, Merok, Moshi Moshi, Mute, Peacefrog, R&S, Rough Trade, Transparent, Tri-Angle, Wall Of Sound, XL
We will be there to give our support, and even to pass on our congratulations. After all, a huge percentage of the great music of the past few years has come from the independent sector: Fleet Foxes, White Denim, Kurt Vile, Ween, Acid Glasses, Mozzy Green, Elephant Stone, Anna Waronker, Six Organs Of Admittance…and on and on. Rarities are promised, and if the weather holds, we could be in for a very special day.
