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"To me, free improvisation is such a vast source — It's almost like a collective unconscious source — A universal source." — Maggie Nichols
Squid Note Records is our in-house label created to support adventurous new recordings. We launched Squid Note Records to release music we believe in — directly, carefully, and fairly. But we didn't set out with a formal plan to start a label. Squid Note grew from conversations with artists who trusted us and asked for a way to release work that might not otherwise find its audience.
So this isn't simply "our" label. It's something we are building together with the musicians themselves. The direction is shaped as much by the artists as by us — a collaborative effort grounded in mutual respect and shared commitment; each release is an equal partnership.
Blending classical cello lineage with fearless experimentalism, Daniel Levin presents a solo performance recorded at Dropa House in Antwerp, exploring the instrument's full expressive range through extended techniques, resonant bow work, and theatrical gestures using paper, chair, and stage, creating a fluid dialogue between structured tone, abstract texture, and the physical presence of sound.
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Bringing together drummer Steve Hirsh, guitarist Matt Hollenberg, and baritone saxophonist Dave Sewelson, this trio threads avant-rock intensity, spacious free-jazz phrasing, and the instinctual push-and-pull of three musicians who trust the moment more than any stylistic boundary.
The project began in New York, gained new momentum through Minnesota performances supported by the Minnesota State Arts Board, and arrives here with focused, exploratory studio energy.
Joel Futterman — Absorb Solo piano, deep-flowing narrative arcs and resonant detail.
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Joel Futterman — Reflective Nineteen concise vignettes: sustain, staccato, and shifting harmonic mirrors.
Barry Chabala & Clara Byom — Bella's Ghost Upcoming on Squid Note Records.
The Squid's Ear is Squidco's companion online magazine, featuring reviews of Squidco items from independent writers.
We're never quite caught up with new releases that constantly come in our door, and we don't like to rush a release to our homepage. That said, the following releases have already been stocked at Squidco, and are able to be ordered. In most cases we have images, often have samples, and some basic description of each release.
• You can see the newest additions to our catalog in our Just In Stock Section. • You can see the latest fully cataloged items in our store by using our New Releases section. • You can see Recently Restocked items on this page. • You can ask to have us email you when Upcoming Releases are in stock.
Squidco has been in business as a mail-order store since 2003. In 2010, we moved to Wilmington, NC, providing regional and visiting customers access to our catalog of over 9,000 items, including hundreds of discounted, used, and promotional items not listed on our website. We're open for visits by appointment during weekday afternoons, so if you're in the North Carolina coastal region, please email us to set up a time — we'd love to play some music for you!
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