Musketeer Records
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Musketeer Records, an independent record label
based in Johannesburg
, South Africa
which releases mainstream rock
, adult contemporary and solo acts. It was formed in August 2000
by Brian O'Shea and Peter Lacey. Currently Musketeer
has South African representation and offices in Johannesburg
, Cape Town
and Durban
, as well as international representation and offices in London
. In addition to this Musketeer
has marketing and legal representation in New York
.
The philosophy of the company is to identify the best local South African artists and music, sign and develop it to an international standard and to sell its music around the world.
Musketeer
gained almost immediate success by signing, producing and releasing the debut album by Seether
(née Saron Gas) into the South African market in June 2001. Seether
were subsequently subject to a bidding war in the US and were eventually signed by Wind-Up Records
, in October 2001, for launch into the U.S. market.
2004 and 2005 saw the company increase its roster to include numerous local acts, namely: Fevertree, Fahrenheit, State Far Better and Soul Proxy.
International
Independent record label
An independent record label is a record label operating without the funding of or outside the organizations of the major record labels. A great number of bands and musical acts begin on independent labels.-Overview:...
based in Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Johannesburg also known as Jozi, Jo'burg or Egoli, is the largest city in South Africa, by population. Johannesburg is the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in South Africa, having the largest economy of any metropolitan region in Sub-Saharan Africa...
, South Africa
South Africa
The Republic of South Africa is a country in southern Africa. Located at the southern tip of Africa, it is divided into nine provinces, with of coastline on the Atlantic and Indian oceans...
which releases mainstream rock
Mainstream rock
Mainstream rock is a radio format used by many commercial radio stations in the United States and Canada.-Format background:...
, adult contemporary and solo acts. It was formed in August 2000
2000 in music
See also:* 2000 in music Record labels established in 2000-Events:*January – Gary Glitter is released from jail, two months before his sentence for sexual offences ends.*January 1**John Tavener is knighted in the New Year's Honours List....
by Brian O'Shea and Peter Lacey. Currently Musketeer
Musketeer
A musketeer was an early modern type of infantry soldier equipped with a musket. Musketeers were an important part of early modern armies, particularly in Europe. They sometimes could fight on horseback, like a dragoon or a cavalryman...
has South African representation and offices in Johannesburg
Johannesburg
Johannesburg also known as Jozi, Jo'burg or Egoli, is the largest city in South Africa, by population. Johannesburg is the provincial capital of Gauteng, the wealthiest province in South Africa, having the largest economy of any metropolitan region in Sub-Saharan Africa...
, Cape Town
Cape Town
Cape Town is the second-most populous city in South Africa, and the provincial capital and primate city of the Western Cape. As the seat of the National Parliament, it is also the legislative capital of the country. It forms part of the City of Cape Town metropolitan municipality...
and Durban
Durban
Durban is the largest city in the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal and the third largest city in South Africa. It forms part of the eThekwini metropolitan municipality. Durban is famous for being the busiest port in South Africa. It is also seen as one of the major centres of tourism...
, as well as international representation and offices in London
London
London is the capital city of :England and the :United Kingdom, the largest metropolitan area in the United Kingdom, and the largest urban zone in the European Union by most measures. Located on the River Thames, London has been a major settlement for two millennia, its history going back to its...
. In addition to this Musketeer
Musketeer
A musketeer was an early modern type of infantry soldier equipped with a musket. Musketeers were an important part of early modern armies, particularly in Europe. They sometimes could fight on horseback, like a dragoon or a cavalryman...
has marketing and legal representation in New York
New York
New York is a state in the Northeastern region of the United States. It is the nation's third most populous state. New York is bordered by New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and by Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont to the east...
.
The philosophy of the company is to identify the best local South African artists and music, sign and develop it to an international standard and to sell its music around the world.
Musketeer
Musketeer
A musketeer was an early modern type of infantry soldier equipped with a musket. Musketeers were an important part of early modern armies, particularly in Europe. They sometimes could fight on horseback, like a dragoon or a cavalryman...
gained almost immediate success by signing, producing and releasing the debut album by Seether
Seether
Seether is a post-grunge/alternative metal band from Pretoria, South Africa, formed in 1999. The band is currently signed to Wind-up Records...
(née Saron Gas) into the South African market in June 2001. Seether
Seether
Seether is a post-grunge/alternative metal band from Pretoria, South Africa, formed in 1999. The band is currently signed to Wind-up Records...
were subsequently subject to a bidding war in the US and were eventually signed by Wind-Up Records
Wind-Up Records
Wind-up Entertainment, Inc. is a record label based in New York City. It was formed in 1997 by Alan Meltzer, former owner of CD One Stop, following his 1996 purchase of Grass Records. Wind-up is currently the largest independently-owned record label in the world...
, in October 2001, for launch into the U.S. market.
2004 and 2005 saw the company increase its roster to include numerous local acts, namely: Fevertree, Fahrenheit, State Far Better and Soul Proxy.
Artists
South African- 12th Avenue
- CandîceCandiceCandice may refer to:*Candice Accola, an American actress *Candice Bergen, an American actress *Candice Falzon, a surf lifesaver*Candice Hillebrand , a singer from South Africa...
- Fahrenheit Fahrenheit website
- Fevertree Fevertree website
- GroundedGroundedGrounded, may refer to:*Grounding , restrictions placed on movement or privileges*Grounded, a song by My Vitriol*Unaccompanied Minors, a film*Grounded , a comic book by Mark Sable for Image Comics...
- Heroes Wear RedHeroes Wear RedHeroes Wear Red is a rock band formed in Johannesburg, South Africa in 2006. The band, which was founded by bass player Gavin Wienand and vocalist Tim Kroon, is currently signed to Musketeer Records. Originally named Bloodmoney, the band changed their name in 2007, coinciding with the release of...
- Jessika
- Saron Gas
- Soul Proxy
- State Far Better
- Switchback Switchbacks myspace
International
- The Belles
- ClayhillClayhillClayhill are a British 3-piece folk band comprising Ali Friend, Ted Barnes and vocalist Gavin Clark. They released their debut album, Small Circle in 2004, and have released 2 E.P.s and a further L.P. Mine at Last in 2006...
- French KicksFrench KicksFrench Kicks are an indie rock group from New York City, USA. Their sound is a mix of garage rock, post-punk, and modded pop.Three of the original four band members, bassist Jamie Krents, vocalist/drummer Nick Stumpf, and vocalist/guitarist Matthew Stinchcomb, are from Washington, D.C. They were...
- Juliette and The LicksJuliette and the LicksJuliette and the Licks was an American rock band led by actress Juliette Lewis. Other band members included guitarist Craig Fairbaugh and guitarist Emilio Cueto, bassist Jason Womack and drummer Ed Davis. Their popular songs include "You're Speaking My Language" and "Hot Kiss"...
- Kevin Martin & The HiWatts
- Vertical HorizonVertical HorizonVertical Horizon is an American alternative rock band formed at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. in 1991. The band is best known for a string of hits in 1999 and early 2000s, including "You're a God", "Everything You Want", and "Best I Ever Had ". Their most recent album, Burning the...
- Viva VoceViva voceViva voce is a Latin phrase literally meaning "with living voice," but most often translated as "by word of mouth."It may also refer to:*Italian for "live voice."*Voice vote in a deliberative assembly...