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| Keeled Scales | |
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| Founded | 2014 |
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| Distributor(s) | Secretly Distribution |
| Genre | Indie rock |
| Country of origin | U.S. |
| Location | Austin, Texas |
| Official website | www |
Keeled Scales is an independent record label based in Austin, Texas. It was founded in 2014 by musicians Tony Presley (Real Live Tigers) and Seth Whaland (Literature, Tres Oui).[1] The label has released over 60 albums from artists such as Buck Meek (of Big Thief), Katy Kirby, Lunar Vacation, Sun June and more.
In 2020, the label helped curate a benefit compilation to support the Estok’Gna, an indigenous Texas tribe, in their efforts to protest the building of a gas pipeline through their lands.[2]
In 2021, Keeled Scales entered into a partnership with fellow indie label Polyvinyl Records, but still retains creative control over its operations.[3]
Also in 2021, the Austin Chronicle named Keeled Scales “Best Quiet Giant,” praising the label for its “stacked roster and tastemaking reputation.” [4]
- ^ "Keeled Scales Series". KUTX. August 23, 2016. Retrieved 19 November 2023.
- ^ "Big Thief, Sharon Van Etten, Black Belt Eagle Scout, and More Contribute to Indigenous Benefit Album". Pitchfork. September 30, 2020. Retrieved 19 November 2023.
- ^ "Faster Than Sound: Austin Imprint Keeled Scales Partners With Polyvinyl Records". The Austin Chronicle. June 4, 2021. Retrieved 19 November 2023.
- ^ "Best Quiet Giant – Keeled Scales". The Austin Chronicle. 2021. Retrieved 19 November 2023.