The Genepool Records label was set up in 2003 out of frustration really. So many of our friends were in bands…good bands….and they couldn’t get a break. So we decided just to do it ourselves, and started doing small runs of vinyl and CDs and getting them out to radio and press.
Sir Zane Lowe, Kevin Greening (R.I.P) and Marsha Shandur were early supporters of our releases and helped enormously in getting some much needed profile…soon the need for UK distribution was necessary and Genepool Distribution was born, plugging into the Universal Music distribution network. This meant that we could keep releasing indie records, but get them into shops around the country.
It also meant we could give other labels and acts the chance to do the same, and benefit from the Universal Machine by being part of the Genepool family of distributed labels. Currently we are looking after around 50 labels/acts and helping them get their singles and albums into the shops.
MP3’s started selling, and we integrated a digital distribution service into Genepool, so we could supply the major digital providers with our digital product.
Hard-Fi, Newton Faulkner, Lorraine, N-Dubz and Akira The Don – all distributed by Genepool - went on to sign to major labels
So in 2008, it seemed to make sense to launch TheGenepool.co.uk. Not just an online store, but somewhere that bands could release their records without going through the full distribution service. You can upload your digital to Itunes, 7Digital, Nokia etc…and let Genepool look after your stock and sell it for you. A one stop shop for advice and guidance on all aspects of getting a release to your fans. Nice and DIY :>
Any comments, feedback or ideas – by all means drop us a line at info@thegenepool.co.uk
Genepool is an indie label and distributor with a catalogue of new cutting edge acts, as well as giving you a chance to sell your own records and downloads online
We've got two very different but very awesome shows for you this week...
First up is THE DEAD FORMATS (Visible Noise) on Wednesday 1st July. For fans of THE CLASH and THE JAM, The Dead Formats are catchy choruses, post-punk ethics and true self belief.
Supporting are THE JET BOYS, IN ISOLATION and SINATRA.
Tickets are available from seetickets or Gigantic at £4.
And if that doesn't float your boat, SAUSAGEFEST 2009 is coming up on Sunday 5th July, featuring the best on local and national metal and hardcore. THE RED CHORD, THE ARUSHA ACCORD, MARTYR DEFILED, RANDOM CONFLICT and loads more!
Tickets are available from seetickets or Gigantic at £8.50.
Now, with the help of gimmesound.com, you can download all tracks from the debut album “Mountains in the Sun” for FREE! Not only does the artist get paid for each download, but each download also generates a donation to a charity of YOUR CHOICE! I’m thrilled that this revolutionary concept will allow the music of Seti Alpha 5 to reach the masses for free and help to change the world at the same time. Visit www.gimmesound.com/setialpha5 to learn more and download the album now!
Hope you had a great weekend!!!! Chill Control and System Overload are now available at www.beatport.com (>.<) Turn It Up EP will be available soon!!!!!! THANKS 4 YOUR SUPPORT
LISTEN TO EXCLUSIVE TRACKS FROM ROBBERS, MEDIA, AND CONSUMER AS UNICRONS OWNER FRANK LIPARI IS INTERVIEWED ON 'MORNING BECOMES EPILEPTIC'! PODCAST AVAILABLE ON ITUNES!
In case u didnt already know we will be unveiling our brand new shiny singer @ The Korova bar in Liverpool THIS WEDS......we hope u can come along and join us in welcomming him and of course share a few drinks ha
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Hey! Appologies if this is the second comment we've sent you recently...bit of a mix up in the bands communication :)
Anyway.. we've been a little quiet for the last few months but we are very pleased to announce our new EP is finished and up on our myspace! It's called Bright Lights and has four brand spanking new tracks to blow your mind. Please have a listen and tell us what you think and if you love it, buy it! :)
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Please can everyone text wildcard191 to 84222 and Get a Metal Band into the UK'S Live And Unsigned Final. Thanks to all please keep texting Cheers Black Acid Souls
