The Beechfields Record Label is modeled after a non-profit version of the infamous Simple Machines, which had its start not too far from here. We want to put out albums of all kinds, by bands who believe that music is not about money or fame, but about connections with other people through music. We think that the artist should have complete control over their art with minimal input from the label. At the same time, we are looking for artists who like to support each other and create a sense of musical community. We are not looking for a 'sound' in particular and shy away from that sort of exclusiveness -- however, we are trying to put out records that are creative. The buyer should know that a Beechfields release is something limited and special, capturing a context and a moment in time.

The Beechfields Record Label is modeled after a non-profit version of the infamous Simple Machines, which had its start not too far from here. We want to put out albums of all kinds, by bands who believe that music is not about money or fame, but about connections with other people through music. We think that the artist should have complete control over their art with minimal input from the label. At the same time, we are looking for artists who like to support each other and create a sense of musical community. We are not looking for a 'sound' in particular and shy away from that sort of exclusiveness -- however, we are trying to put out records that are creative. The buyer should know that a Beechfields release is something limited and special, capturing a context and a moment in time.

For immediate release 09/09/08:
 
The Beechfields Record Label is pleased to announce the release of the first record from E. Joseph and the Phantom Heart, entitled: All The Medicine in the World.
 
E.Joseph and the Phantom Heart remind us why good pop records are timeless, and on their first release for The Beechfields Record Label, All the Medicine in the World..., the band gives us the power-pop medicine with spoonfuls of sugary goodness.

E. Joseph and the Phantom Heart give the world power-pop that is modern and streamlined, perfect for people who listen to pop because they love to rock out and sing along. Although firmly rooted in the sound of The Church and Echo and The Bunnymen, the band's sound has evolved into an eclectic amalgam of Editors meets The Sheila Devine, Hurricane 1, and the Pernice Brothers.

Both Smother Magazine and the Baltimore Examiner have had good things to say about this record already, writing that "...power-pop this golden needs to be shared with anyone who will listen."

 For more information, please visit:
 http://www.thebeechfields.com/artist-ej.html
 
or the E. Joseph and the Phantom Heart myspace: www.myspace.com/ejosephmusic
 
For more general information contact Michael Nestor at info@thebeechfields.com, or visit www.thebeechfields.com.
 
About The Beechfields Record Label:
The Beechfields Record Label is modeled after a non-profit version of the infamous Simple Machines, which had its start not too far from here. We want to put out albums of all kinds, by bands who believe that music is not about money or fame, but about connections with other people through music. We think that the artist should have complete control over their art with minimal input from the label. At the same time, we are looking for artists who like to support each other and create a sense of musical community. We are not looking for a 'sound' in particular and shy away from that sort of exclusiveness -- however, we are trying to put out records that are creative. The buyer should know that a Beechfields release is something limited and special, capturing a context and a moment in time.

The Beechfields Record Label is pleased to announce our latest release, This City of Neighborhoods (BRL 5050).

This City of Neighborhoods is the first compilation album from The Beechfields Record Label. It features new, exclusive tracks from The Seldon Plan, Private Eleanor, The Red Vines, Among Wolves, A Cat Called Cricket, The Honest Mistakes, Infinite Honey, and Pupa's Window.

These bands and musicians believe that music is not about money or fame, but about connections with other people through music. Music is ultimately about human relationships, and enhancing the collective relationships we all have with one another. The Beechfields is proud to present such a diverse collection of music and viewpoints within the scope of this compilation.

We're giving this CD away free, because we think once you hear these bands, you'll want to buy their records. We hope it'll help get you as excited about the future of Baltimore music as we are!

For more information about the new album please visit: http://www.thebeechfields.com/thiscity.html

For immediate release 02/12/08:

The Beechfields Record Label is pleased to announce the release of the first record from The Red Vines, entitled: Everyday Needles for Electromagnetic Lovers.

Everyday Needles for Electromagnetic Lovers a fresh, modern and delightful indie-pop mash up of late 70's psychedelia and AM radio gold. This record is sunny California painted up east coast style, reminiscent of bands like Tram, Turin Brakes, Wilco, Spoon, Elliott Smith and Grandaddy. When you pop in this CD, you will enjoy a bunch of wonderfully crafted songs, reminiscent of Todd Rundgren's 70's album-oriented pop but with a modern flavor – much like if Elliott Smith had The Autumn Defense as his backing band.

We are all very excited about this new record from The Red Vines, and they will be celebrating the CD release, by having a party/show this Friday, Feb 15th at The Golden West Cafe in Baltimore with Caleb Stine and Beechfields artist Small Sur performing as well.

For more information, please visit:

For official release: 12/18/07

We are excited to announce the release of the re-mastered and re-sequenced version of The Seldon Plan's The Collective Now. The new record made a national debut on The Magnatune Record Label in September and got so much buzz over there (you can read some of it here), that the band has decided to re-sequence the record back to the originally intended sequence, and re-master it to make it sound like it was originally intended. Why? Read this Baltimore Sun article to find out.

This is a Beechfields exclusive - not only will you be getting completely new artwork, but also a new sequence and extensive liner notes. All for only $5.00 plus shipping.

This new record has slowly been gaining the respect of fans by laying out what The Big Takeover descibes as "11 highly melodic, totally tuneful songs buttressed by rushing, bright guitars...that also alights on late period, nicer Superchunk and Tsunami." Amplifier Magazine suggests that, "The Collective Now, exude[s] an infectious stroke of grooviness not heard since Heavy Vegetable, Thingy, Pinback or The Swirlies."

You can read more about The Seldon Plan here and then purchase the record here. Thanks for all your support!