13th Planet Records facts for kids

Quick facts for kids 13th Planet Records
Founded	2005 (2005)
Founder	Al Jourgensen
Distributor(s)	Sony Music Entertainment RED Distribution
Genre	Heavy metal, industrial, rock, electronic
Country of origin	United States
Location	El Paso, Texas

13th Planet Records is an American record label that helps musicians create and share their music. It was started in October 2005 by Al Jourgensen, the lead singer of the band Ministry.

A record label is a company that helps artists with the business side of music. This includes recording songs, making albums, and getting their music to fans. 13th Planet Records is special because it was created by a musician for other musicians. This means it focuses on being a friendly and supportive place for artists.

What Does the Label Do?

13th Planet Records is more than just a company that releases albums. It helps artists in many different ways.

Artist Management and Tours

The label helps manage artists' careers. It also helps plan concert tours so bands can perform for their fans. One of their big tours was the "C U LaTouR" in 2008.

Music Publishing and Recording

The company also handles music publishing. This makes sure artists get paid when their songs are used in movies or on the radio. They even have their own studio where bands can practice and record new music.

How Music Gets to Stores

To get its music to people across North America, 13th Planet Records works with other companies. It has a partnership with Megaforce Records. Its music is sent to stores and online platforms by Sony Music Entertainment and RED Distribution.

Who Is on the Label?

Several bands and artists have released music with 13th Planet Records. They mostly play heavy metal, industrial, rock, and electronic music.

Here are some of the artists who have worked with the label:

• Ministry
• RevCo
• Prong
• Ascension of the Watchers
• Buck ... and the ... Shooters
• DethRok
• False Icons
• ReVamp

See also

In Spanish: 13th Planet Records para niños