Founded by Bruce Pavitt and Jonathan Poneman in 1988, Sub Pop Records is a medium-sized independent record label based in Seattle, WA. With early releases by Nirvana, Mudhoney, Soundgarden, and TAD, the label is often associated with something called "the grunge movement." Exploitation of this association has frequently proven financially fruitful. Later years saw record album releases from such moderately-to-somewhat-well-known artists as: Sebadoh, Sunny Day Real Estate, The Murder City Devils, Hot Hot Heat, The Shins, Iron and Wine, The Postal Service, Band of Horses, David Cross, Flight of the Conchords, Fleet Foxes, Beach House, Shabazz Palaces, and Father John Misty, among many other very talented and deserving artists whose managers will be contacting us shortly about inclusion in the preceding list.


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“Sirena” is often translated as “mermaid” or “mythical temptress.” According to Downtown Boys (‪@DowntownBoysMusic‬), it is about a literal calling: a siren, a voice, a compass to help navigate an incredibly complicated and messy world. Watch now and learn more here: music.subpop.com/downtownboys_publicluxury.

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Directly from ‪@sweepingpromises‬: "At long last, we are so very pleased to announce that we have a new record coming out! YOU SAY I ROMANTICIZE is out for all those with ears to hear it on August 14, 2026 via the illustrious ‪@subpop‬! Pre-order now at the link below!

Our deepest and most heartfelt thanks to Sub Pop for their belief in us and in this record, as well as to our team of MVPs Jacob Snell, Apple Bagios, & Kevin Williams for their guidance and support.

A huge shoutout to SCG for drumming on this record and imbuing these songs with ferocity and fire (as only an Aries can do). And a cascading waterfall of gratitude to Claire Monroe for making our album art dreams come wildly, vibrantly true.

New single/track no. 1 ‘Shooting Shadows’ is out now on streaming platforms hither and yon. It’s a song about would-be assassins and noncompliance. When the threat of Good Living arrives at yr door, do you open it? No! Best served loud."

Learn more here: music.subpop.com/sweepingpromises_yousayiromantici…

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'Green World Image' ♻️ is going public tomorrow! Please prepare by watching Aunt Becky in ‪Telehealth's (‪@telehealth.sounds‬) official video for “Yassify Me,” a new song that dresses up carnage with a ring light and a wellness routine, simultaneously weaponizing therapy-speak and new wave.

Kendra Cox says of the video, “What you see is pretty much what you get here. ‘Yassify Me’ is the result of a zero-dollar budget, a dream, and my aunt Becky absolutely committing to the bit. Watching her improvised movements against the backdrop of rapid development somehow captured the exact juxtaposed spirit of the song better than anything we could’ve planned. Go Mariners!”

Learn more here: music.subpop.com/telehealth_greenworldimage

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Directly from ‪@SeraCahooneOfficial‬: I’m truly excited to announce that I have signed with ‪@subpop‬! It feels so good to be back with some of the best people out there!
Here is the new video for my first single called “Say Something”
We had such a blast filming this video! At the epic Southgate Roller Rink (thank you)
The skaters were so incredible to watch and work with. Thank you to everyone at Roll Around Seatown for coming out and making this video so special!
I really enjoyed working with the talented Bella Petro and Brannan Moring on this video. They had a very quick turnaround and knocked it out of the park!
Director: Bella Petro
Editor: Brennan Moring & Bella Petro
Director of Photography: Brennan Moring
Make up : Gina Bettelli

I recorded “Say Something” up at Bear Creek Studio in Woodinville with my fav John Morgan Askew
What a lovely time we had up there!
I love my band ❤️

Co-Produced: John Askew & Sera Cahoone
Sera Cahoone: acoustic guitar, vocals
Aaron O’Neil: drums
Jonas Haskins: bass
Daniel Walker: piano
Jeff Fielder: electric guitar

Learn more here: music.subpop.com/seracahoone_saysomething

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Pre-order 'The Head and the Heart (Live at Neumos),' the live version of ‪@theheadandtheheart‬'s Platinum debut album at the Sub Pop Mega Mart.

The live album features 12 of their original songs, plus a cover of Jimmie Rodgers “T Is For Texas (Blue Yodel No. 1)”, performed live at Neumos on January 14, 2011, a local venue where the band played some of their first-ever shows in Seattle.

Learn more here: music.subpop.com/theheadandtheheart_liveatneumos20….

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Please enjoy ‪@FatherJohnMisty‬'s new single, "The Payoff," wherever you stream.

LONDON: Father John Misty has rescheduled his appearance at the canceled Lido Festival with a new headlining performance at London’s O2 Shepherds Bush Empire on Friday, June 12th.

Fan presales begin Wednesday, May 13th at 10 am BST, with on-sale to the general public on Friday, May 15th at 10 am BST. All tour dates + info can be found at fatherjohnmisty.com.

Learn more here: fjm.ffm.to/fatherjohnmisty_thepayoff.

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Directly from ‪@SLIFT‬: Today’s the day! Thrilled to share a new song from our upcoming album FANTASIA, out June 5th on ‪@subpop‬

This sonic artifact is wrapped in a handcrafted fever dream by the wizard Ben Amos Cooper

Can’t wait to see you all on tour 🦋

Learn more here: music.subpop.com/slift_fantasia

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'Hoopla,' the sensational new LP from ‪@weirdnightmaremusic‬ (the new project from ‪@METZtheBand‬ frontman, Alex Edkins), is available now! Grab the limited Loser Edition vinyl at an indie record store near you or online at the Sub Pop Mega Mart: music.subpop.com/weirdnightmare_hoopla.

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Give a listen to The Bug Club's (‪@TheBugClubBand‬) punkiest track yet!

"A Good Day For Dying" is found on the duo's forthcoming album, 'Every Single Muscle.' So packed is the album with wall-to-wall riffs and lyrical hooks rammed into tight confines that Sam actually asks permission to squeeze in a solo during “A Good Day for Dying.” He’s given two seconds.

Enjoy + catch the band on tour near you, and learn more here: music.subpop.com/thebugclub_everysinglemuscle!

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Watch Downtown Boys' (‪@DowntownBoysMusic‬) powerful Anti-ICE video for "You're a Ghost," animated and directed by Lebanese artist Khalil.

This dance punk anthem can be found on their new album, Public Luxury, out on June 26th. Preorder now at the Sub Pop Mega Mart and learn more here: music.subpop.com/downtownboys_publicluxury.

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