Cathedral

Cathedral Records, founded in 1992 by the British doom metal band Cathedral, emerged as a significant label within the underground metal scene. Initially established to release the band's own music, it quickly expanded its roster to include a variety of artists, primarily focusing on genres such as doom metal, stoner rock, and heavy metal. Notable acts associated with the label included bands like Electric Wizard, My Dying Bride, and Paradise Lost, which contributed to the label's reputation during the 1990s and early 2000s. The label's output was characterized by a commitment to artistic integrity and a DIY ethos, fostering a community of like-minded musicians. Cathedral Records played a crucial role in promoting the burgeoning British doom and stoner metal scenes, leaving a lasting legacy that influenced subsequent generations of metal artists. Although its prominence has waned in recent years, its contributions to the genre remain significant in the history of independent music labels.