Truculent – Caviling The Facts! And Other Mechanisms Of Oppression (SM055)
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 – 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
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 […]
Out Now: Sandcastle – Heaven Creator The Flower On A Woman
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 […]
Out Now: False Tracks – Hymn For Terror (SM041)
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)
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 Year In Review
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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
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 – Dāna
Out Now: Sutras – Dāna (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 […]
Out Now: Sandcastle – Wild Legend LP
Sandcastle – Wild Legend LP (SM034) Strange Mono is announcing the reissue of Sandcastle’s defining 2012 album Wild Legend available for the first time on Vinyl and streaming platforms. Sandcastle has been a staple in the underground circle for over a decade. Defined by his clever lyricism, distinct vocal style, catchy melodies, and relentlessly addictive […]
Out Now: Bail Fund Benefit C60
VA – Bail Fund Benefit C60 (SM038) We are excited to announce the release of this massive collaborative effort with some of the most interesting experimental musicians Philadelphia has to offer. The seventeen tracks that make up this C60 showcase the impressive scope and fluidity of the modern experimental scene and the broad range of […]
Out Now: Big Burly – Tumors 7″
Big Burly – Tumors (SM014) Tumors by Big Burly Philadelphia’s Big Burly is releasing their debut 7” with Strange Mono on July 18. Big Burly, described as “Powerviolence Jesus Lizard”, is the long awaited side project from members of Spesimin, The Company Corvette, and Programmed Hatred. Big Burly’s signature sound puts bassists Jess Kramer and […]
Out Now: Strange Mono Benefit For Prevention Point 7″
Various – Strange Mono Benefit For Prevention Point (SM031) Benefit For Prevention Point by Strange Mono Strange Mono is announcing our Benefit For Prevention Point 7”. This compilation features six of Philly’s best Punk / Hardcore bands and marks the first vinyl release for Strange Mono. All proceeds are being donated to Prevention Point, a […]
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- Out Now: False Tracks – Hymn For Terror (SM041)False Tracks – Hymn For Terror (sm041) Jayme Guokas, Mike Hammel, Greg […]
- Out Now: MARKING & PLATING – Zéro Vague (SM048)Out Now: MARKING & PLATING – Zéro Vague (SM048) MARKING & PLATING […]
- 2023 Year In Review2023 was tough. I’m not sure what to say there has been […]
- Out Now: Ruah – Memory Loops (SM047)Out Now: Ruah – Memory Loops (SM047) Strange Mono is announcing the […]
- Out Now: The Company Corvette – Little Blue Guy (SM040)Out Now: The Company Corvette – Little Blue Guy (SM040) Strange Mono […]
- Out Now: Unsung Gems Vol.1 “My Uncle Geno’s Band” – The Justice League Of America (SM039)Out Now: Unsung Gems Vol.1 “My Uncle Geno’s Band” – The Justice […]