On September 6, Philadelphia-based band Webb Chapel will release their anticipated new album, World Cup via Strange Mono Records (pre-order).   Formed in 2021 Strange Mono is a charity record label and distro based in Philadelphia, PA. Specializing in limited edition releases, all the proceeds from tapes, and 100% of downloads, go directly to the artists choice of benefit. Webb Chapel has picked […]

Out Now: Diuretic – Zero Days Without Incident (SM053) Strange Mono is proud to announce the release of Diuretic – Zero Days Without Incident. The bands first ever 7″ packs a real punch! Diuretic is taking Grindcore to a new level, with unapologetic grit and tongue-in-cheek gore. This Philly four-piece combines an aural attack with […]

Out Now: Jonathan Patrick – Cascade Moon (SM057) Jonathan, an experimental guitarist from Eugene, Oregon, describes his style as “founded in the navigation of impermanence”. Comparisons can be made to the 60’s and 70’s American Primitive movement out of California, yet Jon’s work is a singular and unique take on the genre. Embracing the freedom […]

Out Now: Bungler – Glen Providence (SM056) We are so excited to announce the release of the newest album from Bungler! Check out these gorgeous marbled cassettes! “I made Glen Providence over the course of roughly one year. Some songs are over a decade old and I took some time to retweak them and make […]

Truculent – Caviling The Facts! And Other Mechanisms Of Oppression (SM055) Strange Mono is announcing the release of Truculent “Caviling The Facts! And other mechanisms of oppression”.  Blending melodic rhythmic guitar compositions with field recordings and found sounds, Truculent creates atmospheric soundscapes that Intertwine personal reflection with a universal message of resilience and introspection. Central […]

Terror Revolucionário – Mr. Crack (SM053) Terror Revolucionário formed in February 1999, in the city of Taguatinga, Federal District, Brazil. “In the first half of 2011, we entered Estúdio Órbis, in Taguatinga/DF – Brazil, to record the next album with the title Mr. Crack. The album was only released in 2014. It had been 5 […]

Out Now: Straight On View – Gotta Step Up (Demo ’24) SM056 Straight On View’s journey began with a shared passion for hardcore punk. Guitarist Jim reminisces, “Sometimes I get into certain moods with music and always go back to stuff I’ve loved over the years. I was listening to a lot of NYHC and […]

Sandcastle – Heaven Creator The Flower On A Woman (SM050) Strange Mono is thrilled to announce the long-awaited release of Sandcastle’s ethereal 2019 album, “Heaven Creator The Flower On A Woman,” now available for the first time in physical format. This captivating album unveils the enigmatic bond between songwriter Sam Kassel and his trusted collaborator […]

False Tracks – Hymn For Terror (sm041) Jayme Guokas, Mike Hammel, Greg Pavlovcak, and Jamie Wilson formed False Tracks in 2016 and have released a handful of EP’s since their start. Seasoned veterans of the Philly and DC indie pop/punk scenes, they’ve each been members of The Ropers, Lilys, The Snow Fairies, Pink Skull, Royal […]

Out Now: MARKING & PLATING – Zéro Vague (SM048) MARKING & PLATING is a Lo-Fi French No Wave project created by two library workers trapped in Texas. The band consists of Austin scene veteran Harold Whit Williams (Cotton Mather, Daily Worker) and poet/translator Michael Perret. On this debut Marking & Plating showcase a variety of […]

2023 was tough. I’m not sure what to say there has been a lot of tragedy and heartbreak. A lot of people are struggling just to get by and it’s easier than ever to feel insignificant. With every release we aim to bring positivity and fulfillment to our listeners and artists alike. We know that […]

Out Now: Ruah – Memory Loops (SM047) Strange Mono is announcing the release of Ruah’s new album Memory Loops. With this follow up to their first full length Ruwa, released in May, songwriter Ben Schurr shifts focus from immaculate production and into a more intimate style recording. With this more relaxed approach to production Ruah […]

Out Now: The Company Corvette – Little Blue Guy (SM040) Strange Mono is announcing the release of the fourth full length record from Philly’s stoned 3 piece The Company Corvette. Alexei Korolev and Ross Pritchett have been at it as The Company Corvette for over 15 years. After 3 albums they welcomed in drummer Zach […]

Out Now: Unsung Gems Vol.1 “My Uncle Geno’s Band” – The Justice League Of America (SM039) Strange Mono is extremely excited to announce the release of the first of our “Unsung Gems” series featuring The Justice League of America. The JLA were active from 1979-1983 in Bergen County NJ and NYC. These 14 tracks, artfully […]

Out Now: Concrete Caveman – Feral LP (SM042) Concrete Caveman is a ferocious force of a Deathpunk unit, with an uninhibited aggression that pushes the limits of genre. With origins in South Jersey, Concrete Caveman made Philadelphia their homebase, a decision with no regrets as they represent the underground Philly scene to the core. The […]

Out Now: Bungler – Light In The Corner (SM049) Strange Mono is proud to announce the newest album from Philadelphia’s Bungler. Light In The Corner  Bungler is the brainchild of Paul Hewes (Snoozer, Idiot Forever), a multi-instrumentalist and individual new to the field of historical research. Fueled by anxiety and depression, motivated out of fear […]

Out Now: Kenny Basil Sound System – Dick Pics Vol.5 “Man At His Best” (SM0KB2) Kenny Basil‘s unique sonic experiments persist with his newest volume in his long running “Dick Pics” series. Volume 5 “Man At His Best” is three tracks of severely whacked out psycho-techno delivered in pure mono via 7″ Lathe cut vinyl. […]

Out Now: Rrose Defoix – Idiot Wind (SM046) Strange Mono is proud to present the debut album from Rrose Defoix. Idiot Wind is a collection of six electronic compositions by Sophie McGilloway (Ex Greg Electric). Sophie describes the creation process for Idiot Wind as “Late nights playing with electronics, mapping out harmonic ideas, arranging things […]

Out Now: Be Nothing- Be All The Nothing You Can Be (SM045) Strange Mono is announcing the release of Be Nothing’s second full length album “Be All The Nothing You Can Be” available September 15. This follow up to the trio’s 2020 Self Titled Album offers more of their signature riff heavy, sarcastic punk. Be […]

Out Now: Sutras – D​ā​na (SM044) Strange Mono is announcing the release of Dāna by DC based solo instrumentalist Sutras. Available September 1st. Proceeds are being donated to Bread For The City a mutual aid organization providing food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services to reduce the burden of poverty for residents of […]