https://linktr.ee/sanlouisrecords

$LR is a French label focused on hip-hop experimentation, phonk, electronic music and punk. The label was created in 2018 and produce artists form all over the world. The label is the driving force behind the Goathic Show and the SanLouis Family Show, two underground events taking place in Paris. They have notably featured underground hip-hop heavyweights such as Riski and Alphamob.

https://linktr.ee/sanlouisrecords

Exploring the furthest regions for artists and albums that shaped the musical landscape. Arctic Contact focuses on reintroducing classic albums and pairing them with newer artists so listeners can own albums they truly love and discovering classics they missed.

https://www.dokidokibeats.com/

Doki Doki Beats, founded in January 2019, is an independent label focused on producing small yet high-quality physical music releases. The label made vinyl of few renowned albums, such as Star Virgin by Sakura Lee or П​​​у​​​л​​​я с т​​​в​​​о​​​и​​​м и​​​м​​​е​​​н​​​е​​​м (Bullet With Your Name) by DΛRKNΣSS. The attention to the high quality of the releases is not limited to acclaimed vinyl records; the label is also eager to discover new talent and has notably propelled Majestic 12 and PERMANENT//ZEIMP to the forefront of the scene.

https://hiraethrecords.eu

Established by 猫 シ Corp. in 2018 in The Netherlands, Hiraeth Records is an independent European label for electronic music genres ranging from Vaporwave to Cyberpunk influenced Ambient. Recognized as one of the most important labels on the scene, the label is home to renowned albums such as Desert sand feels warm at night & ⦓🍊⦔ タンジェリン – 鹿児島 砂漠 and 猫 シ Corp. & t e l e p a t h テレパシー能力者. The label is also the largest vaporwave distributor in Europe, making over a hundred albums accessible to European listeners at a lower cost.

https://linktr.ee/hottakesvapor

“Hot Takes” is a high energy music discussion podcast featuring vaporwave artist Skeleton Lipstick and vaporwave DJ YUNG SHIRO 白. Every other Monday at 8PM ET. The Hot Take Podcast has hosted prestigious and important artists from the vaporwave scene, such as: Crystal Eternal, Donor Lens, George Clanton or Dan Mason ダン·メイソン.

https://hushtones.bandcamp.com

Hushtones, the mysterious sister label of Geometric Lullaby, highlights the darker side of vaporwave. Paying meticulous attention to detail, the label crafts its own unique universe by focusing on hushwave, dark ambient, signalwave, and deathdream. The release of n i t e b r i t e 光’s album and the enigmatic 後’s tetralogy left no one indifferent.

https://movequiet.com

At the crossroads of IDM and vaporwave, Move Quiet brings a breath of fresh air to the genre. The label also offers dark and eerie sample packs for producers seeking a dungeon-like atmosphere, which the label is particularly fond of. Additionally, some Move Quiet artists offer their instruments for sale true works of art with sound textures that evoke a sense of wandering.

https://linktr.ee/rabbitholeclub

Rabbithole Club is the YouTube channel for listening to barber beats. Over the years, it has become a reference in the genre. But Rabbithole is not just a musical portal; it is also a label that gives many new artists a chance to see their music become physical objects. They have notably released cassette tapes of the acclaimed albums Minimal MAXIMAL by known artiste and Love, Death, Robots by Sodium Chloride, insomaniac and MICROMECHA.

https://linktr.ee/reclusiverecords

Reclusive is a multi-genre label, spanning from barber beats to ambient and jungle. Quickly making a name for itself on the scene, it has become a key player by producing artists such as slowerpace 音楽, 𝐺𝑂𝑅𝐸, and J u g g l e r. In less than a year, the label has established itself as one of the leading references in the current music landscape.

https://linktr.ee/slushwave

The Slushwave Social Club is one of the largest communities of artists and fans built around vaporwave, specifically slushwave. If you’re familiar with Vaporloot, you’ll know that the Album of the Week is selected by Alex, one of the key figures in the SSC. United by a shared love for music, the club aims to exchange and promote slushwave in a spirit of camaraderie.

https://utopiadistrict.bandcamp.com

Utopia District is a label and community hub dedicated to showcasing the vast world of vaporwave. Built on the belief that the magic of vaporwave lies in its community, Utopia District provides a home for the art, music, and writing that emerge from this scene. With a focus on connecting visual artists, musicians, 3D creators, and journalists, the label highlights the talent within the vaporwave and internet art communities. Through podcasts, videos, events, and literature, Utopia District fosters interaction and exploration, celebrating the genre’s creativity and culture.

https://vaultofdiscoveries.bandcamp.com

Vault of Discoveries is a young label founded by Cassette Cache, a figure renowned for introducing vaporwave and adjacent style albums through mini videos. With a focus on eclecticism, the label aims to explore and highlight a diverse range of musical genres and styles. Cassette Cache’s reputation for curating standout albums has translated into Vault of Discoveries’ commitment to bringing innovative and high-quality music to the forefront.

https://wrldendcllpse.bandcamp.com

WORLD END COLLAPSE is an independent label established in October 2023 and based in Salt Lake City. The label focuses on the darker and less colorful aspects of vaporwave, emphasizing ambient, signalwave/weatherwave, and the hardvapour subgenres. WORLD END COLLAPSE aims to explore and highlight the more intense and atmospheric dimensions of the scene, providing a platform for artists who delve into these niche, moody styles.

https://wvsqd.wordpress.com

If you’ve paid any attention to the various URL happening in the vaporwave scene, you’re likely familiar with WVSQD. This group of visual artists, including Solodolo84, Dub Prophet, [carteBlanche], and crispy_doodles, frequently showcases their talent by highlighting the music of your favorite artists. Their distinctive visual style complements and enhances the vaporwave experience, making them a notable presence in the scene.