Hiljaiset Levyt
Hiljaiset Levyt Hiljaiset Levyt is an independent record label from Finland specializing in rock and punk music. Founded in 1985 in Tampere, Finland, the label has played a significant role in promoting underground and alternative music in the country.[1]
History Hiljaiset Levyt was originally established as part of the Hiljainen Kulttuuriyhdistys, a registered cultural association. In 1990, the label transitioned into a limited company, known as Kustannusosakeyhtiö Hiljainen Oy, to support its growing operations. The label was founded by Jukka Junttila,[2] who has remained its driving force since its inception.
Musical Focus and Releases Hiljaiset Levyt has been instrumental in supporting Finnish punk and rock bands, releasing albums and singles from a variety of artists. Some of the notable bands associated with the label include:[3]
- Alice in Wasteland
- Alivaltiosihteeri
- Attila the Stockbroker
- Butchers
- Duncan Reid & the Big Heads
- Ed Banger
- Garbagemen
- God's Lonely Men
- Hundred Million Martians
- Jahnukaiset
- Jalla Jalla
- Johnny Spunky
- Juggling Jugulars
- Kamikaze Pilots
- Kätyrit
- Lowdown Shakin' Chills
- Maaseudun Tulevaisuus
- Mahtavat Lämpöpussit
- Mickey Jupp
- Mothers Against Sex Association
- Mäkkelä
- Neva
- Nightingales
- Phantom Tones
- Punk Lurex OK
- Ravin' Seeds
- Rehtorit
- Room 100
- Tina
- T. V. Smith
- Underclass
- The Vapors
- Wolfmen
Over the years, the label has released over 200 records, solidifying its reputation as one of Finland’s longest-running indie labels.
Legacy and Influence Hiljaiset Levyt has contributed significantly to the Finnish indie music scene, providing a platform for emerging artists and fostering a DIY ethos in music production. The label has also been involved in publishing music-related literature and supporting underground cultural movements.[4]