13th Planet Records | |
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Founded | 2005 |
Founder | Al Jourgensen |
Distributor(s) | Sony Music Entertainment RED Distribution |
Genre | Heavy metal, industrial, rock, electronic |
Country of origin | United States |
Location | El Paso, Texas |
13th Planet Records is an American record label founded by Ministry frontman Al Jourgensen in October 2005.[1] In addition to its function as an artist-run, artist-friendly independent label, 13th Planet encompasses several realms of the music industry including artist management, touring (including 2008's "C U LaTouR"),[2] music publishing as well as a full-scale rehearsal and recording studio.
The label is a joint venture with Megaforce Records in the United States and Canada and is distributed through Sony Music Entertainment/RED Distribution.[3]