Label
Alien Brains
Early 1980s independent label specializing in cassette releases of experimental and industrial music from acts including De Bleunk Teps and British Interiors.
About
Alien Brains was an independent record label active during the early 1980s, operating during a pivotal period for industrial and experimental music. The label demonstrated a strong commitment to cassette-based releases, a format that was economical and ideally suited to the underground music community of the era. The label's catalog reflects an eclectic approach to artist selection, featuring acts such as De Bleunk Teps, U.S.E., the Noise Perverts, Vincent Units, and British Interiors. Notable releases include split albums and live recordings, particularly from the Aberdeen scene, indicating the label's engagement with regional experimental music communities. The concentration of releases in 1980-1981 suggests an intensive period of activity during the label's founding years. While specific information about the label's geographic base and founding philosophy remains limited, the roster and release formats align Alien Brains with the broader DIY ethos and aesthetic priorities of underground experimental and industrial music communities during this period.