Das Gelände der Sony DADC (Digital Audio Disc Corporation) in Enfield in der Nähe von London wurde bei den Krawallen angezündet und niedergebrannt. Das 20.000 qm große Lager beherbergte Waren von über 150 Independent Labels, die nun zum Teil ihren gesamten Bestand verloren haben. Sie können im Moment jede Unterstützung gebrauchen. Hier sind 3 Möglichkeiten:

“The subsequent loss of income and cash flow problems that this act of mindless vandalism will bring about may well be enough to push many of the smaller operators out of business.” according to a LabelLove page set up to accept donations.”Our aim is to try and rally the music industry, both on the artist and the audience sides, and see if we can raise some money to see those affected through the tough times ahead.” Donate here.

UK indie label trade gorup AIM is encouraging fans to purchase digital downloads from the effected labels (listed here). I’d add that if you can make your digital purchases direct from the label’s site your probably netting them more cash and they’ll be able to use it faster than if you buy via iTunes.

A third way: Apple and Amazon could show support for indie music by offering these devastated labels advances against digital sales to be paid back when the insurance money arrives.  If you like this idea, spread the word.

Quellen: hypebot, Musikmarkt, A2IM