R.E.X. Records
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| R.E.X. Records | |
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| Founded | 1987 |
| Distributor(s) | Diamante Music Group, Light Distribution |
| Genre | Christian metal |
| Country of origin | United States |
R.E.X. Records was an independent record label founded by Doug Mann and Gavin Morkel,[1] which operated from 1987 until running into financial difficulty in 1995.[2] Operations were based in Chicago until 1990 when the company moved to Nashville.[3] The label was artistic in nature, and though they were especially active in the Christian metal genre some acts (such as Circle of Dust) were also marketed to mainstream audiences.[1] Sublabels included Storyville Records and Street Level Records, founded by Randy Stonehill.[4]
Operations
In Christian markets their records were distributed by the Diamante Music Group until 1995 when they switched to Light Distribution (see Light Records), by then a division of Platinum Entertainment.[4] In general markets they were distributed by RED. By 1996 R.E.X was experiencing layoffs and looking for a buyer. Platinum acquired the label in July 1996.[5]
In 1997 R.E.X. sued Platinum for breach of contract, asserting that Platinum had not properly distributed their product and had misrepresented their financial position in the buyout.[5]
For a short time R.E.X. provided distribution for Jesus People USA's Grrr Records.[6] Employee Alex Parker left and began Flying Tart in 1990. Following the label's closure, founder Doug Mann took a position with ForeFront Records.[7]
Artists
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See also
- List of record labels
- Tooth & Nail Records, successor to R.E.X. in the propagation of Christian metal and alternative music
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