Stillborn Records
American independent record label
Stillborn Records is an American-based independent record label, founded by Jamey Jasta of Hatebreed, and primarily operated by Jay Reason of the Distance. Stillborn Records has released a variety of bands, mainly focused in the genres of heavy metal and hardcore punk. Stillborn Records is based in West Haven, Connecticut.
Distribution
Stillborn Records releases are currently distributed through many well-known worldwide distributors, including but not limited to Caroline Distribution, RevHQ.com, Interpunk.com, iTunes, and via their own website StillbornRecords.com.
Stillborn Fest
Stillborn Records is the organizer of the annual Stillborn Fest, that takes place over multiple dates in multiple cities around the US. The festival features current Stillborn Records artists as well as other artists not on the label's roster. Stillborn Fest has featured such bands as Hatebreed, H2O, A Life Once Lost, Crowbar, and Thy Will Be Done.
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