Blast First

About

Blast First was a British independent record label renowned for championing experimental, industrial, and avant-garde music throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Operating primarily out of the United Kingdom, the label established itself as a significant force within the underground music community by releasing challenging and innovative work across multiple formats, with a notable preference for vinyl releases. The label's roster reflected its eclectic artistic vision, encompassing diverse acts ranging from industrial and post-punk influenced projects to experimental and alternative musicians. Notable releases include works spanning the late 1980s through 2000, demonstrating the label's sustained commitment to unconventional artistic expression over an extended period. The catalog reveals a willingness to explore unconventional release formats, including the notable Devil's Jukebox series released as ten 7-inch records. Blast First's significance within underground music communities derived from its dedication to releasing material that often defied commercial appeal, prioritizing artistic integrity and experimental merit. The label's diverse output and sustained activity across multiple decades established it as an important intermediary between avant-garde artists and their audiences during a formative period for independent music distribution.