Misra Records

Misra
Founded 1999
Distributor(s) Redeye Distribution
Genre Independent
Country of origin United States
Location Dayton, OH
Official website misrarecords.com

Misra Records is an independent record label based in Dayton, Ohio. The label is distributed by Redeye Distribution; Sub Pop handles licensing.

Founded in 1999, Misra Records is home to landmark releases by Destroyer, Phosphorescent, Shearwater, R. Ring (featuring Kelley Deal of The Breeders), Holopaw, Centro-matic, Jenny Toomey, Great Lake Swimmers, Sleeping States, Southeast Engine, Crooks on Tape (featuring John Schmersal of Brainiac/Enon), Motel Beds and many more.

History

Michael Bracy, activist and co-founder of Future of Music Coalition, launched the label, along with brother Timothy Bracy, writer and front-man of The Mendoza Line, and D.C.-based attorney and artist advocate Paige Conner Totaro. Current Dead Oceans Manager Phil Waldorf sat at Misra’s helm from its founding until late 2006. Cory Brown, owner of Absolutely Kosher, oversaw operations from 2007-2010. Leo DeLuca, founder of Misra/Absolutely Kosher imprint Moon Jaw Records, writer, and musician is the current manager of Misra Records.

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