About KARKAS

History of KARKAS Records


*** Note - This is being revamped.

What is KARKAS Records?
How does KARKAS Records promote artists?
What Genres are supported by KARKAS Records?
What and Why does it cost to join KARKAS Records?
If I was to sign to KARKAS, how long do I sign for?
Other Important Information about KARKAS Records?



What is KARKAS Records?

KARKAS Records was created January of 2009. A very young record label but don’t let that discourage you. Read on and you will want to sign to KARKAS Records today.

KARKAS Records is an all underground record label that is owned by Pyro “The Satanic Juggalo”. It is very supportive of the artists that are signed to the record label. Promotion of the artists is a huge factor that makes KARKAS Records stand out from the rest of the record labels out there.

The artists of KARKAS Records are not obligated to stay underground forever. However, during the term of being signed by KARKAS Records artists are considered underground.

The artists are not bound to a contract at this time. Everything that is done is solely by agreement situation by situation unless recognized as something previously discussed or is the decision of better judgment after evaluating the needs of the artist. The artist has full rights to knowledge of what is being done. Upon leaving KARKAS, we give more rights than most record labels.


How does KARKAS Records promote artists?

First and foremost, KARKAS Records encourages its artists to register to many sites. How regular the artists sign on to each depends on their schedules. Even if they have their Street Team do it. This proves that they are willing to support and promote themselves. We provide a list of sites to register to. Some have high traffick and others with a medium level of traffick. We work hard to find those sites and stay away from the low traffick sites.

KARKAS Records posts advertisements for its Artists’ at all times. Any album releases, concert dates, etc are posted.

KARKAS Records hosts MixTapes which includes free downloads, paid downloads and professionally pressed and printed discs for sale and distribution.

KARKAS Records works closely with other record labels and MixTapes as well. There is cross-promotion which leads to an excellent fan base.

KARKAS Records creates graphics for its artists. These graphics match the other artists of KARKAS Records. Some graphics are different as well, upon the artists’ requests. KARKAS Records helps its artists gather a Street Team as much as possible. The Street Team that KARKAS Records can guarantee is an internet based Street Team, a.k.a Web Team. KARKAS Records attempts to gather a Street Team in the areas where its artists have live shows for distribution of promo items. This cannot always be promised.


What Genres are supported by KARKAS Records?

All genres are supported by KARKAS Records. Metal, Gothic, Industrial, Techno, Rave, Trance, Rap, Horrorcore, etc. We at KARKAS Records, enjoy talent no matter where it comes from. That is one of the many things that makes KARKAS Records stand out, is that we don’t only promote one genre.


What and Why does it cost to join KARKAS Records?

Not everything in this world is free. Time is money, therefore, the time we put into promoting you is definately worth your money. The services branch off in many ways. This means that the price itself varies. We try not to charge more than what is realistic and still trying to profit a small amount.

There is not one record label that doesn't have some form of payment policy. For more details on the amounts please visit the appropriate page regarding what you are looking for


If I was to sign to KARKAS, how long do I sign for?

This is really up to you and your manager. We ask that you give it a year at minimum. You may find that there is a record label better suited for your needs. Upon this time we will discuss the things needed and get you on your way. Sometimes it is easier to find a record label if you already have. So in this case, this is very possible that you might come to this. Again, we ask that you give it a year, however, we can not bind you to the label. Upon the time of a binding contract a time frame will be set.


Other Important Information about KARKAS Records

KARKAS Records does not book shows. We leave that to your manager. We pride in not stepping on other people toes. They have their jobs to do and we have ours. (If you do not have a manager and need help in this area we may attempt to help you for an additional fee or agreement.)

Because we also work as a Promotional Company, you can be signed to a record label such as Combined Minds Records, Serial Killin Records, Infected Minds Productions, or even Psychopathic Records and still use the services of KARKAS Records. You would need to make sure that your Manager, Producer and Record Label is okay with this before signing with KARKAS Records.

Record Labels or Managers that would like to purchase promotional services for or sign several or all of their Artists would be eligible for discounts. This is better for the artists in more ways than one. All information would then go through the Record Label and KARKAS Records, saving time by not having to send out several messages.

In order to provide excellent quality images, you will need to submit high resolution images with a white background or solid background that is not the same color as your clothing.

Another nice thing about us is that we see talent and offer them a chance and a backing. One thing that is for sure is that not all record labels will do this. Most record labels won't sign new artists or artists who don't meet high expectations. All we ask is that the artist gives it a full fighting chance.

Certain services can be purchased by KARKAS Records. Prices depends on what you want. Details upon request.


KARKAS Records is World Wide.



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