Exquisite Noise Records

Statesville, NC   •   Columbus, OH

To browse our selection, click on the image below, in one of the four alphabetical rows – A-F, G-K, L-P, Q-Z (please ignore pop-up ad – simply hit X to close it and proceed to page)

Nothing but the finest in contemporary underground music!

Our good friend Doc Van Etten made the brilliant suggestion that we should post regional maps on here. So while this is a work in progress (and we have many other countries to add), you can explore our roster by region, by clicking on any of the color-outlined areas:


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Get it now…our 1st ever vinyl compilation!

Fiction Avenue, Exquisite Noise Records compilation No. 7

This multi-faceted and esoteric sampler is sure to be a delight to music lovers of all ages. The latest label-wide compilation from your trusted underground music source, Exquisite Noise Records, this collection brings together a little something for everyone. From metal to EDM to Americana to lo-fi, and all points in between, they have scoured the globe to bring you these top picks for a rewarding listening experience – one that is sure to find you picking up the needle for another spin, time and time again! Your purchase will also include a free digital download of the entire album along with the vinyl copy. Order yours today:

Fiction Avenue

"Fiction Avenue" back cover, on Exquisite Noise Records

These fine acts are representing this year’s edition in exquisite fashion:

 

BLC MIRROR CLB

B O K E

Bullhead*ded

Cellardoor

Crack! Bang! Pow!

DocFell & Co.

J. Jamal

Lions Of March

Powerless Rise

S.B. Olson

Ulisseus

 

Exquisite Noise Records has been dedicated to helping independent artists succeed since 1991. Interested in joining our roster? Shoot us a line at exquisitenoise@gmail.com and state your case!

Hear tracks before they are even released! Listen on Soundcloud!

This is frequently the first place we upload new music, so if you want to get a jump on the masses, be sure to tune in here:

We Also Publish Books!

Though the publishing arm of Exquisite Noise hasn’t issued nearly as many books as albums, it’s true that we have considerable experience with both. Our most recent offering is Doc Van Etten’s I-IV-V Technique For Guitar & Piano, which is now available on Kindle! You can pick that up here:

Doc Van Etten book #1

He’s also recently issued its sequel, too! If you’re a fan of the first book, be sure to pick up this 2nd in the series. Just click on the cover photo to check it out:

Doc Van Etten book #2

And for any authors out there, if interested in publishing with Exquisite Noise, by all means shoot us a line! We can be reached at exquisitenoise@gmail.com and would be happy to take a look at your masterpiece!

Who We Is:

Jason McGathey, Chief-Boss
Jason McGathey, Chief-Boss
 
Daniel McGathey, VP of Internal Activities
Daniel McGathey, VP of Internal Activities
Matt Montanya, Ohio Director Of Ohio Operations
Matt Montanya, Ohio Director Of Ohio Operations (ODOO)
Erin Walle, Art Division Overlord

Erin Walle-McGathey, Art Division Overlord

Also, if interested in our production and/or recording services, feel free to contact our in-house pro, Daniel. He can be reached at mackgathey@gmail.com or (704) 658-8338.

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