Label
Rash (DECISIONS)
Early 1980s cassette-based independent label documenting diverse underground and experimental music releases.
About
Rash (DECISIONS) was a cassette-based independent record label active during the early 1980s, reflecting the DIY ethos prevalent in underground music scenes of that era. The label's catalog consists entirely of cassette releases from 1982, a period that marked cassette tape as the primary medium for grassroots music distribution and artist development outside mainstream commercial channels. With seven documented releases in its archive, Rash (DECISIONS) showcased a diverse array of musical styles spanning funk, experimental, and unconventional genres, as evidenced by titles ranging from "Gimmee Some Lovin'" to more conceptually-oriented works like "Song - Dawn - Chords" and "Faces in different Places." The label's output suggests an commitment to supporting independent and emerging artists willing to experiment beyond conventional pop and rock frameworks. Though limited documentation exists regarding the label's specific geographic base or founding principles, the concentrated release schedule and cassette-only format underscore Rash (DECISIONS)' positioning within the broader independent and underground music infrastructure of the early 1980s, when such labels played a crucial role in artist development and cultural distribution outside established industry structures.
