Independent record label

An independent record label is a record label operating without the funding of one of the major record labels. The boundaries between major and independent labels are quite blurred in practice. Some independent record labels, in particular those with successful performing artists, receive funding from major labels, and many independent labels often rely to some extent on international licensing deals, distribution agreements, and other arrangements with major record labels. Major labels may also wholly acquire independent labels.

See also

• List of independent record labels
• Open source record label
• DIY ethic
• Punk rock
• Indie rock