Beanie Tapes is an independent label set up by production duo Julia and Ben of Oxford band Candy Says. The first and only Oxford based indie label that is releasing artists’ music exclusively on tape, the aim is to bring great musicians and artists together to record and release in a physical form that is fun, cool and viable.
Beanie Tapes joins a strong global tape scene that is getting music out to fans quickly and cost effectively. Recording and releasing on tape is easy and practical; you can create as many tapes as you like in one run and if they sell well it’s simple to make more copies. With low costs Jules and Ben are able to say “yes” to the artists that they really want to work with regardless of commercial viability. They value creativity and artistic exposure over profits and aim to get music recorded and released in a way that benefits both artists and fans. It’s not about making masses of money, it’s not about catapulting bands to mainstream super stardom.
Beanie Tapes is about keeping things local and intimate, bringing people together and helping musicians to get their music out there. It’s an ambitious project without any lofty ambitions.
For further information, keep an eye out on their website here.