Erased Tapes Records is a London, United Kingdom based independent record label focusing on cinematic music which is widely regarded as very diverse in genres and styles. The company was established by German-born Robert Raths in early 2007. Its roster includes Icelandic neo-classical composer Ólafur Arnalds, Electronica/IDM music artist Ryan Lee West aka Rival Consoles, from London (UK), contemporary solo pianist Nils Frahm from Berlin (DE), Peter Broderick, a Portland, Oregon (US) based multi-instrumentalist and former member of the band Efterklang (DK), instrumental rock quintet Codes in the Clouds from Dartford, Kent (UK), dream-gaze pop band Kyte from Leicester (UK), German contemporary folk singer and songwriter Patrick Zimmer aka Finn. from Hamburg, Justin Lockey’s electronica project The British Expeditionary Force from Newcastle Upon Tyne (UK), Ólafur Arnalds and Janus Rasmussen's techno group Kiasmos (IS).
The following music magazines and ezines gave the label positive reviews based on the first compilation of music from the label.
'Erased Tapes has slowly built up a roster it can not only be proud of, but also one genuinely envied by many of its contemporaries, both old and new. In a nutshell, pure sonic perfection’ (8/10) – Drowned In Sound (UK)
‘All different, all unique, all essential and each a gold star for this label to be cherished’ – Clash (UK)
'Essential listening for sonic explorers' (9/10) – Rock Sound (UK)
‘In the short space of time since the label’s inception, Raths has put out several incendiary releases. What sets Erased Tapes apart from many other DIY labels on the scene is their no-holds-barred approach to providing an almost unparalleled library of eclectic sounds. Many happy returns indeed!’ (8/10) – Drowned In Sound (UK)
‘DIY label of the week’ in December 2007 – Huw Stephens, BBC Radio 1 (UK)
‘Erased Tapes are one of the most promising labels’ – The Milk Factory (UK)
‘What unites these artists is gently dreamy euphony' – Der Spiegel (DE)
The label has grown considerably since its inception and continues to gain a reputation for unpredictable releases.
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