Quick question: Do you know what local label is releasing the new World’s Greatest Ghosts album? Have you ever wanted to meet some of the peeps behind K Records? Want to nab a copy of the brand new Horse Feathers 7-inch? If you answered yes to at least one of these questions, then it’s likely that you know something about Portland’s local music scene, and tonight is a perfect opportunity to find out so much more.

LABELMATES is the first of what I hope becomes an annual event at Holocene. Basically it’s a gift show for local (and regional) record labels to show off their goods. Everyone from Lucky Madison to Jealous Butcher will be there with a table, merchandise and information about their operation. But that’s only the beginning. Indie pop neighbors-next-door Congratualtions (Brave Recs) and the one and only Rob Walmart (Marriage Records) will both perform live sets—Rob is outside in the Cube, of course, so bring a jacket—and there will be music video premieres from Ghosties (High Scores and Records), White Fang (Marriage) and the dapper man of electronic soul, Bobby Birdman (Fryk Beat). Plus all sorts of DJs, including Calvin Johnson. The best part? The whole thing is free. That means you can save your money for the important things in life, like drinks and a Tender Loving Empire shirt.

LABELMATES starts tonight at 8 pm. The three videos (plus a potential fourth premiere, but you didn’t hear it here) start at 9:30. Bring some extra cash.

Rob doing his thang:

Links:
CongratulationSpace
Rob WalmartSpace

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