Noisy Planet has announced the release of its first compilation CD aptly named 2010 Variety Pack. The title of the CD’s ska track, Flavor Grenade, may best describe the label’s intent to showcase a range of styles and genres for its listeners. This release features artists such as alt-rocker Sean McDonough, along with bluesy alt-folk singer Clementine. And the compilation proves that Noisy Planet is ready to make the leap from online distributor to independent record label. Just ask one of the artists, Sean McDonough.
Catching up with McDonough, we were able to capture the essence of the feeling of most artists on the compilation album. Speaking about his career, and what this release does for him he says, “This is it.” Correcting himself he says, “This proves that I have one (a music career).” When asked about what the CD can do for him, he claimed, “…bring home the bacon.” This type of answer shows that this album is more than a plastic disc or digital download, it is a way to fulfill dreams by calling attention to indie artists that might otherwise have been lost in the “noise” of the digital music revolution.
With a release such as this, Noisy Planet shows that it is making strides to keep music alive without the influence from large corporations and funders that want a manufactured, mainstream product. By staying independent, the artist seems to get more freedom as well as real music released. Founded in 2007, Noisy Planet has taken only 2 years to be recognized by the Independent Music Awards as “Best Music Business Website 2009.” The label plans to perpetuate rock star dreams in the future by expanding its suite of artist development services.
Noisy Planet founder and president, Kevin Petersen states, “I’m extremely proud of our artist roster, and I’d like to congratulate those selected for our first release. I hope fans everywhere will appreciate the talent we have assembled and show their support for indie music.”
This album can be purchased through online outlets such as iTunes, eMusic, Amazon MP3, Rhapsody, and Napster. Yet, if you feel the need for a physical disc, anyone can purchase the album directly from Noisy Planet through its website http://www.noisyplanet.net. Fan membership on Noisy Planet is free, and registered members can stay up to date regarding the label’s future releases, as well as their favorite artists’ new releases and gig schedules.
