Other Record Labels

In this episode, I sit down with Brady (Alaskan Tapes), the artist and mind behind We All Speak In Poems—a project that exists somewhere between a label, a creative platform, and a philosophy.


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We talk about the quiet power of ambient music, building a world around your art, and what it really means to create without chasing numbers. Brady shares how his journey evolved from early experimentation to a more intentional, emotionally-driven practice—and how that same mindset shapes the artists and releases he supports.

This conversation goes deep into independence, creative identity, and the tension between art and algorithms.

If you’re running a label, releasing music, or just trying to stay grounded in your creativity… this one’s for you.

 

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Learn more about We All Speak in Poems: http://weallspeakinpoems.com

Most music releases fail before they even come out.

Not because the music isn’t good — but because there’s no real strategy behind it.

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In this episode, I walk through 5 essential principles every artist should follow when preparing a new release. These are simple, practical shifts that turn scattered “drops” into focused campaigns that build real momentum over time.

You’ll learn how to think beyond release day, create clarity around your music, and use each release to grow your audience and your catalog.

If you want your next release to actually do something — start here.

 

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“How you present something affects how you hear it.”


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In this episode, I sit down with Charmaine and Randall of Kou Records — one of the most ambitious and creative indie labels I’ve come across — to break down their “cohort” model: multiple records released together as a unified body of work.

We talk about:

Why they reject genre, algorithms, and streaming-first thinking

How they combine music + visual art into a single experience

The philosophy behind releasing 4–5 records at once

Why physical products matter more than ever in the age of AI and “content”

How constraints (like recording an album in 4–5 days) actually unlock creativity

This is a masterclass in thinking differently about what a record label can be — and why the future might belong to labels willing to take creative risks.


Kou Records: www.KouRecords.com

 

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Does the music you release actually need to be good?

Not just “good enough.” Not just “interesting.” But truly great?

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In this episode, we unpack a question that sits right at the heart of indie music—but often goes unspoken. If DIY culture is about freedom and expression, does quality even matter? Or are we sometimes hiding behind “lo-fi” and “experimental” as an excuse not to push ourselves?

This is a challenging conversation—for you, and for me.

We’ll explore:

Whether indie labels should have standards (and how high they should be)

Why great music is actually harder to find than you think

How to curate your catalog with intention

The role of taste, accountability, and creative pressure

Practical ways to raise your bar as a label owner

This episode isn’t about perfection. It’s about honesty.

And asking yourself: are you doing your best work?

 

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What does it actually look like to take over a legendary indie label?

In this episode, I sit down with Emmy Black, the new owner of Bar/None Records—a label with nearly 40 years of history and a roster that helped launch artists like They Might Be Giants and Yo La Tengo.

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We talk about what it means to inherit a legacy, how to modernize an indie label without losing its identity, and the real, behind-the-scenes work of running a record label in 2026.

This is a conversation about stewardship, taste, relationships, and the long game of building something that lasts.

If you’re running (or dreaming of running) a record label, this episode is essential listening.