Immortal Records
Encyclopedia
Immortal Records is an independent record label
out of Los Angeles
, California
. Founded by Happy Walters in 1994, the label had helped launched the careers of such influential acts as Korn
, 30 Seconds to Mars
, and Incubus
over the years. The label had also released soundtracks, including Judgment Night
, Spawn
, Blade II
, and Masters of Horror
. In addition, Immortal has played an instrumental role in the breaking of such artists as Rage Against the Machine
, Cypress Hill
, Kanye West
, and House of Pain
.
Independent record label
An independent record label is a record label operating without the funding of or outside the organizations of the major record labels. A great number of bands and musical acts begin on independent labels.-Overview:...
out of Los Angeles
Los Ángeles
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, California
California
California is a state located on the West Coast of the United States. It is by far the most populous U.S. state, and the third-largest by land area...
. Founded by Happy Walters in 1994, the label had helped launched the careers of such influential acts as Korn
Korn
Korn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
, 30 Seconds to Mars
30 Seconds to Mars
30 Seconds to Mars is an American rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1998. Since 2007, the band has consisted of actor Jared Leto , Shannon Leto and Tomo Miličević...
, and Incubus
Incubus (band)
Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
over the years. The label had also released soundtracks, including Judgment Night
Judgment Night (film)
Judgment Night is a 1993 action thriller film directed by Stephen Hopkins and starring Emilio Estévez, Cuba Gooding Jr., Jeremy Piven and Stephen Dorff as a group of friends on the run from a group of drug dealers after they witness a murder...
, Spawn
Spawn (film)
Spawn is a 1997 American superhero film loosely based on the comic book of the same name, by Todd McFarlane and published by Image Comics. Directed and co-written by Mark A.Z. Dippé , the film stars Michael Jai White in the leading role...
, Blade II
Blade II
Blade II is a 2002 superhero vampire film based on the fictional Marvel Comics character Blade. It is the sequel of the Blade film series. It was written by David S. Goyer, who also wrote the previous film...
, and Masters of Horror
Masters of Horror
Masters of Horror is an informal social group of international film writers and directors specializing in horror movies and an American television series created by director Mick Garris for the Showtime cable network.- Origin :...
. In addition, Immortal has played an instrumental role in the breaking of such artists as Rage Against the Machine
Rage Against the Machine
Rage Against the Machine is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California. Formed in 1991, the group's line-up consists of vocalist Zack de la Rocha, bassist and backing vocalist Tim Commerford, guitarist Tom Morello and drummer Brad Wilk...
, Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill
Cypress Hill is an American hip hop group from South Gate, California. Cypress Hill was the first Latino hip-hop group to have platinum and multi-platinum albums, selling over 18 million albums worldwide...
, Kanye West
Kanye West
Kanye Omari West is an American rapper, singer, and record producer. West first rose to fame as a producer for Roc-A-Fella Records, where he eventually achieved recognition for his work on Jay-Z's album The Blueprint, as well as hit singles for musical artists including Alicia Keys, Ludacris, and...
, and House of Pain
House of Pain
House of Pain is an American hip hop group who released three albums in the 1990s before lead rapper Everlast left to pursue his solo career again. The group's name is a reference to the H.G. Wells novel The Island of Dr...
.
Partial discography
- 30 Seconds to Mars30 Seconds to Mars30 Seconds to Mars is an American rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1998. Since 2007, the band has consisted of actor Jared Leto , Shannon Leto and Tomo Miličević...
– 30 Seconds to Mars30 Seconds to Mars (album)30 Seconds to Mars is the debut studio album by American rock band 30 Seconds to Mars, released on August 21, 2002. The album was produced by Bob Ezrin, Brian Virtue and 30 Seconds to Mars, and was recorded in Los Angeles during 2001 and early 2002... - 30 Seconds to Mars30 Seconds to Mars30 Seconds to Mars is an American rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1998. Since 2007, the band has consisted of actor Jared Leto , Shannon Leto and Tomo Miličević...
– A Beautiful LieA Beautiful LieA Beautiful Lie is the second album by American rock band 30 Seconds to Mars. It was released on August 30, 2005 through Virgin Records and was produced by Josh Abraham. The album produced four singles, "Attack," "The Kill," "From Yesterday," and "A Beautiful Lie"; of which three of those four... - AdemaAdema-2003–2004: Unstable, Mark Chavez's and Mike Ransom's departure:Adema's second album, Unstable, was released by Arista in August 2003. It was produced by Howard Benson, whose credits also include producing albums with P.O.D., Hoobastank and Cold....
– Kill the HeadlightsKill the HeadlightsKill the Headlights is the fourth studio album by Adema, released on August 21, 2007.The album is the only to feature vocalist Bobby Reeves, and guitarist Ed Faris, from the Los Angeles band LEVEL.... - AA (band)A are a British alternative rock band from Suffolk, England, that formed in 1993. They have released four albums, and two live mini-albums.In 2002, the band enjoyed a brief period of commercial success, in which "Nothing", the first single from Hi-Fi Serious , charted at #9 on the UK singles chart...
– How Ace Are BuildingsHow Ace Are BuildingsHow Ace Are Buildings is the debut album by British alternative rock band A, released in 1997.The album was re-released in 1998, in the form of cassette and LTD Edition 12"... - Agent SparksAgent SparksAgent Sparks was a band formed in early 2005 when two former band mates from Audiovent decided they wanted to continue making music. Members include Benjamin Einziger , Stephanie Eitel , Paul Fried , and George Purviance . They released their first EP entitled Not So Merry in September 2005...
– Red RoverRed RoverRed Rover is an outdoor game played primarily by children on playgrounds. This 19th century children's group game is thought to have originated in Britain and then spread to Australia, Canada and the United States.Røver is a Norwegian word for "pirate", so perhaps the... - TheBleedingAlarmThebleedingalarmThebleedingalarm is a band originally from Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada which formed in the summer of 2003. They disbanded in the summer of 2007.- History :...
– Beauty in DestructionBeauty in DestructionBeauty in Destruction is the debut length album from the band Thebleedingalarm. -Track listing:#"Intro" - 0:47#"The Girl Has A Gun" - 3:09#"Oh Sweet Promise" - 3:14#"Remembering My Romance" - 3:29#"Extinguish Ignite" - 5:25#"Amber in Ashes" - 2:25... - BrazilBrazil (band)Brazil was an Indiana rock band. Although the band eschews labels and are often categorized with the punk and post-hardcore music scenes, that is mostly due to association. The music itself is more akin to progressive rock with indie rock roots. The line-up as of 2006 release is Jonathon Newby,...
– The Philosophy of VelocityThe Philosophy of VelocityThe Philosophy of Velocity is a 2006 concept album by the rock band Brazil. Many of the songs on the album are lyrical short stories and vignettes, focusing on themes of isolation, paranoia, anxiety, and the supernatural with an emphasis on absurdity, dark humor, and camp... - A Change of PaceA Change of PaceA Change of Pace was a five piece post hardcore and pop punk band from Peoria, Arizona. The band was on both the 2005 and 2006 Warped Tours.-Biography:...
– Prepare The MassesPrepare The MassesPrepare the Masses is the second album by pop punk band A Change of Pace. It was released on the August 15, 2006. The album doesn't contain screaming lyrics as in the previous album, An Offer You Can't Refuse, and was noted to contain "Arena-riffs" when reviewed by AllMusic and Sputnik.-Track... - A Change of PaceA Change of PaceA Change of Pace was a five piece post hardcore and pop punk band from Peoria, Arizona. The band was on both the 2005 and 2006 Warped Tours.-Biography:...
– An Offer You Can't RefuseAn Offer You Can't RefuseAn Offer You Can't Refuse is the debut full-length album released by A Change of Pace on March 22, 2005. The album was recorded while the members of the band were still in high school. There was only one single released from this album, "Loose Lips Sink Ships". A few of the tracks that appear on... - A Santa Cause: It's a Punk Rock Christmas
- DeadsyDeadsyDeadsy is an American synth rock band from California. The band is known for its visual iconography and signature characteristics assigned to each band member. Each musician is identified by a specific color, stage name, and graphic tied into the band's theatrical nature. The band has released...
– Phantasmagore - The Finals – Plan Your Getaway
- FarFar (band)Far is a band from Sacramento, USA.-Releases :After a number of local releases including their first demo tape Sweat A River, Live No Lies and two independent albums Listening Game and Quick they signed to Epic/Immortal Records and released their first major record, Tin Cans With Strings To You...
– Tin Cans With Strings To YouTin Cans With Strings To You-Personnel:*Jonah Matranga - vocals, guitar*Shaun Lopez - guitar*John Gutenberger - bass guitar*Chris Robyn - drums... - FarFar (band)Far is a band from Sacramento, USA.-Releases :After a number of local releases including their first demo tape Sweat A River, Live No Lies and two independent albums Listening Game and Quick they signed to Epic/Immortal Records and released their first major record, Tin Cans With Strings To You...
– Water & SolutionsWater & Solutions-Personnel:*Jonah Matranga - vocals, guitar*Shaun Lopez - guitar*John Gutenberger - bass guitar*Chris Robyn - drums... - His Boy ElroyHis Boy Elroy-History:His Boy Elroy was founded by Johnny Fly, alias Johnny Stevens, in Seattle. Early on, Brian Vander Ark played with the group on guitar, but quit to form his own band before His Boy Elroy signed to a major label. The group's 1993 self-titled Epic Records album was constructed mainly in the...
– His Boy Elroy - Hot Rod CircuitHot Rod CircuitHot Rod Circuit is an American emo band from New Haven, Connecticut established in 1997.-Early years:The band was originally known as Antidote under which they released the album Mr. Glenboski, which won the group the award of Best Unsigned Band of 1998 by Musician Magazine...
– The Underground Is a Dying Breed - IncubusIncubus (band)Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
– Enjoy IncubusEnjoy IncubusEnjoy Incubus is an EP by Incubus released on January 7, 1997 on Epic Records. It was their debut major label release. It contained re-recordings of songs that featured on their previous, independent releases Let Me Tell Ya 'Bout Root Beer and Fungus Amongus, as well the previously unreleased song... - IncubusIncubus (band)Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
– S.C.I.E.N.C.E.S.C.I.E.N.C.E.S.C.I.E.N.C.E. is the second album by American rock band Incubus, released on September 9, 1997. The album was certified Gold by the RIAA. It has been mentioned by lead singer Brandon Boyd that the acronym S.C.I.E.N.C.E... - IncubusIncubus (band)Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
– Make YourselfMake YourselfMake Yourself is the third album by American rock band Incubus, released through Epic Records on October 26, 1999. The album has been certified double platinum in the United States along with featuring three charting singles, "Pardon Me", "Stellar", and "Drive", all of which reached the top three... - IncubusIncubus (band)Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
– Morning ViewMorning ViewMorning View is the fourth studio album by American rock band Incubus, released October 23, 2001 through Epic Records. A companion DVD, Morning View Sessions, was released on May 29, 2002... - IncubusIncubus (band)Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
– A Crow Left of the Murder - IncubusIncubus (band)Incubus is an American rock band from Calabasas, California. The band was formed in 1991 by vocalist Brandon Boyd, lead guitarist Mike Einziger, and drummer Jose Pasillas while enrolled in high school and later expanded to include bassist Alex "Dirk Lance" Katunich, and Gavin "DJ Lyfe" Koppell;...
- If Not Now, When?If Not Now, When? (album)If Not Now, When? is the seventh studio album by American alternative rock band Incubus, released on July 12, 2011 on Epic Records. Preceded by the singles, "Adolescents" and "Promises, Promises", the album marks the band's longest gap between studio albums, to date...
- KornKornKorn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
– KornKorn (album)Korn is the self-titled debut album by American nu metal band Korn, released on October 4, 1994, through Immortal/Epic Records. Before recording the album, the band played several gigs in an attempt to promote themselves. They were approached by Immortal/Epic Records after a performance at... - KornKornKorn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
– Life Is PeachyLife Is PeachyLife Is Peachy is the second studio album by the American nu metal band Korn, released on October 15, 1996 through Immortal/Epic Records. Following the success of their 1994 self-titled debut, Korn earned a second double platinum album in the United States, certified by the Recording Industry... - KornKornKorn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
– Follow the LeaderFollow the Leader (Korn album)Follow the Leader is the third studio album by American nu metal band Korn. The album was released on August 18, 1998, through Immortal/Epic. This was their first album not produced by Ross Robinson... - KornKornKorn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
– Issues - KornKornKorn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
– UntouchablesUntouchables (album)* "Here to Stay" is a hidden track on the limited edition, beginning at 5:06 after "No One's There". On some non-limited edition pressings, it is a full track.* "Beat It Upright" was not included on the edited version of the album.-Bonus DVD:... - KornKornKorn is an American nu metal band from Bakersfield, California, formed in 1993. The current band line up includes four members: Jonathan Davis, James "Munky" Shaffer, Reginald "Fieldy" Arvizu, and Ray Luzier. The band was formed as an expansion of L.A.P.D.The band released their first demo album,...
– Take a Look in the MirrorTake a Look in the MirrorTake a Look in the Mirror is the sixth studio album by Korn, and is the last studio album to feature their full original lineup, with Brian "Head" Welch departing from the band soon afterwards... - No One – No OneNo One (album)No One is the sole studio album by Chicago nu metal band of the same name. It was released on August 14, 2001 via Immortal Records and produced by Johnny K who also worked with Chicago natives Disturbed and Soil. Neither the band nor their debut release gained any widespread commercial attention,...
- Scary Kids Scaring KidsScary Kids Scaring KidsScary Kids Scaring Kids was an American post-hardcore band formed in Gilbert, Arizona in 2002. The band's name comes from the Cap'n Jazz song of the same name...
– The City Sleeps In FlamesThe City Sleeps In FlamesThe City Sleeps in Flames is the debut album by post-hardcore band Scary Kids Scaring Kids, was released through Immortal Records on June 28, 2005. The album produced three music videos, for the songs "The Only Medicine", "My Darkest Hour" and "The City Sleeps in Flames"... - Scary Kids Scaring KidsScary Kids Scaring KidsScary Kids Scaring Kids was an American post-hardcore band formed in Gilbert, Arizona in 2002. The band's name comes from the Cap'n Jazz song of the same name...
– After Dark EPAfter Dark EPAfter Dark is the first EP from Arizona post-hardcore band Scary Kids Scaring Kids. It was released independently in 2003, and re-released in 2005 through Immortal Records.... - Scary Kids Scaring KidsScary Kids Scaring KidsScary Kids Scaring Kids was an American post-hardcore band formed in Gilbert, Arizona in 2002. The band's name comes from the Cap'n Jazz song of the same name...
– self-titledScary Kids Scaring Kids (album)Scary Kids Scaring Kids is the second and last studio album by the post-hardcore band Scary Kids Scaring Kids. It was released on August 28, 2007 on Immortal Records and produced by Don Gilmore.... - SwitchedSwitched (band)Switched were a nu metal/hard rock music group from Cleveland, Ohio.-History:Forming in 1999 as Sw1tch, the band played shows around Ohio and released a demo entitled Fuckin' Demo...
– Subject to Change - TransmaticTransmaticTransmatic was an American rock band from Indianapolis, Indiana. They released one EP with Loudenergy.com and full length album on Immortal Records/Virgin Records/EMI which spawned a minor hit single with 2002's "Come" before breaking up.-History:...
– Transmatic - Tyler ReadTyler ReadTyler Read is a southern rock band from Shreveport, Louisiana, formed in 2003.Tyler Read had two of their songs featured on the soundtrack for the independent horror film "The School in the Woods" ....
– Only Rock and Roll Can Save Us - U.S. CrushU.S. CrushU.S. Crush was a California punk band, formed in 1997 after frontman Denny Lake's former project Atomic Boy split up. The band also featured Hodgie Haynes, Dave Hanson , Ky Lambert and Dennis Wolfe ....
– U.S. CrushU.S. Crush (album)U.S. Crush is the sole album by the American punk rock band, U.S. Crush. It was released April 11, 2000, on Immortal Records/Virgin Records.-Track listing:# "Bleed" # "Jimmie Crack Rock" # "Debutante" # "Loser"... - The UrgeThe UrgeThe Urge is a St. Louis rock band formed in 1987 by drummer Jeff Herschel, bassist Karl Grable, guitarist Pat Malecek, and singer Steve Ewing...
– Receiving The Gift of FlavorReceiving the Gift of FlavorReceiving The Gift of Flavor is the fifth album by The Urge. It was originally released in 1995 in cassette and CD format under the band's own label Neat Guy Recordings. After the band was signed to Immortal Records, the album was re-released switching out the song “Killing is Easy” for “Take Away”... - The UrgeThe UrgeThe Urge is a St. Louis rock band formed in 1987 by drummer Jeff Herschel, bassist Karl Grable, guitarist Pat Malecek, and singer Steve Ewing...
– Master of StylesMaster of StylesMaster of Styles is the sixth album by The Urge. It was released in 1998 in cassette and CD format. The Album produced 3 singles and sold 250,000 copies... - The UrgeThe UrgeThe Urge is a St. Louis rock band formed in 1987 by drummer Jeff Herschel, bassist Karl Grable, guitarist Pat Malecek, and singer Steve Ewing...
– Too Much StereoToo Much StereoToo Much Stereo is the seventh and last album by The Urge. It was released in 2000 in cassette and CD format. The Album produced 2 singles and sold 125,00 copies... - Waking AshlandWaking AshlandWaking Ashland was an American rock band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2003, they were signed to Tooth and Nail and Immortal Records. In all the group released two EPs and two full-length albums before their disestablishment in 2007...
– TelescopesTelescopes (EP)Telescopes is an EP by Waking Ashland, released on February 8, 2006 in Japan through the band's Japanese record label Fabtone Records. The U.S. version, featuring different artwork, was released on June 13, 2006 through Immortal Records. The EP contains seven new songs and an enhanced CD portion... - Waking AshlandWaking AshlandWaking Ashland was an American rock band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2003, they were signed to Tooth and Nail and Immortal Records. In all the group released two EPs and two full-length albums before their disestablishment in 2007...
– The WellThe Well (album)The Well is the second full length album by Waking Ashland. It was released on Immortal Records on April 17, 2007. "Your Intentions" was premiered on the popular music website AbsolutePunk.net and several songs such as "Diamonds on the Hillside" and "Salt Lake Jam" have been played at Waking... - The WhoThe WhoThe Who are an English rock band formed in 1964 by Roger Daltrey , Pete Townshend , John Entwistle and Keith Moon . They became known for energetic live performances which often included instrument destruction...
– Live from TorontoLive from Toronto (The Who album)Live from Toronto is a double live album by The Who recorded during the last concert of the It's Hard Tour at the Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, 17 December 1982. These performances were originally broadcast live on cable TV and FM radio across the U.S. and Canada...
See also
- List of record labels
- Immortal Records albums