Tragic Hero Records

Tragic Hero Records is an independent record label founded in Raleigh, North Carolina in March 2005[1] to represent the growing metalcore and post-hardcore scene of North Carolina. The label was founded by Tommy LaCombe, David Varnedoe and Jason Ganthner. Alesana was the first band the label signed.[1] Among Tragic Hero's best-known signees are Strawberry Girls and A Skylit Drive, whose most recent album reached No. 64 on the Billboard 200; Alesana, who later signed with Fearless Records, Letlive, who later signed with Epitaph Records, and He Is Legend, who signed with Tragic Hero for their most recent album after several successful full-lengths on other labels.[2]

Tragic Hero Records
Founded2005
FounderTommy LaCombe, David Varnedoe, Jason Ganthner
Distributor(s)ADA (through East West)
GenreMetalcore, post-hardcore, rock, heavy metal
Country of originUnited States
LocationRaleigh, NC
Official websitewww.tragic-hero.com

Current artists

Former artists

Active
Hiatus
Disbanded

See also

  • List of record labels

References

  1. Company Profile: Tragic Hero Records. Alternative Press 250 (May 2009), p. 40.
  2. AbsolutePunk Interview: Tragic Hero Records. Absolutepunk.net
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