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Often referred to as Sub Pop's "sister label," Hardly Art is an offshoot of Sub Pop designed to spotlight emerging talent. While the label's initial focus was local when it started up in 2007, over the past decade it has expanded beyond the Cascade region to welcome artists from all over the United States and abroad.
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Hardly Art, often referred to as Sub Pop's sister label, is a dynamic brand that shines a spotlight on emerging talent. Established in 2007, the label initially focused on promoting local artists in the Cascade region. However, over the past decade, it has expanded its reach to welcome artists from all across the United States and abroad.
Hardly Art prides itself on having one of the most diverse catalogs of any label its size, encompassing genres such as garage rock, post-punk, surf rock, power pop, and electronic. With a mission to discover and support new and noteworthy bands, Hardly Art has become synonymous with cultivating vital talent. Some breakout acts that have thrived under the label's guidance include La Luz, Tacocat, and Chastity Belt.
Whether you're a fan of established or up-and-coming musicians, Hardly Art is a brand that continues to nurture and champion the best of local music