Warp Records is a British independent record label founded in 1989. It is known for its focus on experimental and avant-garde electronic music, and has released albums by artists such as Aphex Twin, Boards of Canada, and Flying Lotus.

Dischord Records is an American independent record label founded in 1980 by Ian MacKaye and Jeff Nelson. It is known for its releases of hardcore punk and post-hardcore music, and has released albums by bands such as Minor Threat, Fugazi, and Jawbox.

Def Jam Recordings is an American independent record label founded in 1984 by Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons. It is known for its releases of hip hop and R&B music, and has released albums by artists such as LL Cool J, Public Enemy, and Jay-Z.

Barsuk Records is an American independent record label founded in 2002 by Chris Walla and Eli Kasan. It is known for its releases of indie rock and folk music, and has released albums by artists such as Death Cab for Cutie, the Decemberists, and Iron & Wine.

Mute Records is a British independent record label founded in 1978 by Daniel Miller. It is known for its releases of electronic dance music, and has released albums by artists such as Depeche Mode, New Order, and Erasure.

Barsuk Records is an American independent record label founded in 2002 by Chris Walla and Eli Kasan. It is known for its releases of indie rock and folk music, and has released albums by artists such as Death Cab for Cutie, the Decemberists, and Iron & Wine.

ECM Records is a German independent record label founded in 1969 by Manfred Eicher. It is known for its releases of jazz and experimental music, and has released albums by artists such as Keith Jarrett, Pat Metheny, and Jan Garbarek.

Rough Trade Records is a British independent record label founded in 1976 by Geoff Travis. It is known for its releases of punk rock and indie rock music, and has released albums by artists such as the Smiths, the Fall, and Pulp.

Rounder Records is an American independent record label founded in 1970 by Ken Irwin and Bill Nowlin. It is known for its releases of country music, and has released albums by artists such as Johnny Cash, Alison Krauss, and Emmylou Harris.

Fat Wreck Chords is an American independent record label founded in 1990 by Fat Mike. It is known for its releases of punk rock and ska music, and has released albums by bands such as NOFX, Lagwagon, and Rancid.

Trojan Records is a British independent record label founded in 1968 by Lee Gopthal. It is known for its releases of reggae music, and has released albums by artists such as Bob Marley, Desmond Dekker, and Jimmy Cliff.

Victory Records is an American independent record label founded in 1989 by Tony Brummel. It is known for its releases of metalcore and hardcore punk music, and has released albums by bands such as Hatebreed, Lamb of God, and Shadows Fall.

Fania Records is an American independent record label founded in 1954 by Jerry Masucci and Johnny Pacheco. It is known for its releases of Latin music, and has released albums by artists such as Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, and Willie Colón.

Hopeless Records is an American independent record label founded in 1993 by Louis Posen. It is known for its releases of punk rock and pop punk music, and has released albums by bands such as the Offspring, Bad Religion, and Rise Against.

Alligator Records is an American independent record label founded in 1971 by Bruce Iglauer. It is known for its releases of blues music, and has released albums by artists such as Hound Dog Taylor, Koko Taylor, and Buddy Guy.