Innovative Leisure

Innovative Leisure
Founded2010; 14 years ago (2010)
FounderNate Nelson, Jamie Strong, Hanni El Khatib
Distributor(s)Redeye Distribution
GenreAlternative rock, indie rock, pop, electronic, jazz, punk rock
Country of originUnited States
LocationLos Angeles, California
Official websitewww.innovativeleisure.net

Innovative Leisure is a Los Angeles-based record label founded in 2010 by Nate Nelson, Jamie Strong,[1] and Hanni El Khatib.[2] Its genre-spanning roster is anchored by artists including BadBadNotGood, Classixx, De Lux, Hanni El Khatib, Nick Waterhouse, and Tijuana Panthers. Notable alumni include garage rock bands Allah-Las, Bass Drum of Death, and The Buttertones, Thai psych rock ensemble Khun Narin, and producers Nosaj Thing and Jim-E Stack.

  1. ^ Weiss, Jeff (September 30, 2015). "Jamie Strong Is the Most Influential Figure You've Never Heard of in the L.A. Music Scene". LA Weekly. Retrieved March 26, 2016.
  2. ^ Holsin, Peter. "The Good Taste And Thoughtful Curation of Indie Powerhouse, Innovative Leisure Records". Forbes.com. Retrieved December 29, 2015.