Unknown Pleasures Records
Founded in December 2013 in France by Franco-Spanish artist, DJ, musician, and singer Pedro (aka HIV ), Unknown Pleasures Records champions authentic alternative music against the commercialization of the industry. Rejecting music as a mere marketing tool for soap, clothes, or cars, the label prioritizes independence and artistic integrity in a scene dominated by mediocrity.
Genres
Cold wave, post-punk, minimal wave, synthwave, neo-shoegaze, techno po, EBM, and new industrial.
Notable Artists
- Alan Vega (Suicide)
- Gabi Delgado (DAF)
- Jürgen Engler (Die Krupps)
- Dirk Da Davo (Neon Judgement)
- Richard 23 & Patrick Codenys (Front 242)
- Marc Hurtado (Étant Donnés)
- David Carretta
- Dirk Ivens & Eric Van Wonterghem (Absolute Body Control / Monolith)
- The Horrorist
- Haujobb
And many more, including Position Parallèle, John Lord Fonda, Dominik Nicolas (ex-Indochine), Marc Collin (Nouvelle Vague), HIV , and Blind Delon.
Online Presence
Releases are available through major digital platforms, with a vibrant community on streaming and social channels dedicated to underground electronic sounds.