Anti-
An American independent record label known for releasing eclectic alternative music and operating under Epitaph Records.
Last updated August 25, 2026
Overview
Anti- is an independent record label based in Los Angeles, United States. It was established by punk label Epitaph Records in 1999. Unlike Epitaph's stronger association with punk and hardcore, Anti- was created to release a broader range of music, including alternative rock, folk, indie pop, experimental music, soul, and electronic recordings. Its catalog has included both established artists and independent musicians whose work is distinguished by strong artistic identity and genre-crossing appeal. Anti- is generally regarded as an important label within the Epitaph organization for adult alternative and eclectic music. Its activities center on recording releases, artist promotion, and the long-term management of its catalog. As a private label, reliable public information on revenue, sales, and valuation is limited.
History
Anti- was established by Epitaph Records in 1999 as a label intended to release music beyond the parent company's strongest association with punk and hardcore. Its creation expanded Epitaph's activities into alternative rock, folk, indie pop, experimental music, soul, and other forms of eclectic contemporary music. Anti- developed its own artist roster and catalog, emphasizing distinctive creative voices, genre-crossing work, and the long-term value of recordings. Its releases have included albums, singles, EPs, and physical and digital editions distributed to international markets. Publicly available reliable information about the label's detailed organizational history, financial performance, and successive management changes is limited, so no further unsupported claims are made.
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Products and positioning
Recorded music releases1999
Anti-'s core products are recorded-music releases, including albums, singles, and EPs. The label covers alternative rock, folk, indie pop, experimental music, soul, and other styles, distributing recordings through physical and digital channels.
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