Local Talent

Fiendish Conversation with Ruler's Matt Batey

The indie musician talks about why it took seven years to record his first album and the warm reception it's received.

09/05/2018 By Stefan Milne

Local Talent

A Fiendish Conversation with Chris Staples

The Seattle singer-songwriter discusses his new Barsuk album 'Golden Age' and playing a release show on a steamship.

08/16/2016 By Seth Sommerfeld

Seattle Sound

Album of the Month: David Bazan's 'Blanco'

The Seattle singer-songwriter expertly explored emotional electronic realms on his May LP.

06/23/2016 By Seth Sommerfeld

Local Talent

A Fiendish Conversation with Say Hi

Eric Elbogen returns to the vampire pop realm with 'Bleeders Digest.'

10/29/2015 By Seth Sommerfeld

Seattle Sound

Top 10 Seattle Albums of 2014

From the Seattle Symphony to Shabazz Palaces to Tacocat, the best local music the year had to offer

12/29/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Seattle Sound

Album of the Month: Chris Staples's 'American Soft'

Chris Staples explored the catchy side of tranquility in August

09/08/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Concert Recap

Death Cab for Cutie Plays Surprise Acoustic Set at the Showbox

Barsuk Records' 15th Anniversary celebration got underway with some help from its biggest band.

11/08/2013 By Seth Sommerfeld

Local Talent

A Fiendish Conversation with Barsuk Records' Josh Rosenfeld

The label co-founder discusses how Barsuk has grown over the past 15 years.

11/04/2013 By Seth Sommerfeld

Concerts

Barsuk Records Celebrates 15 Years of Indie Influence

A look at the Northwest spirit (and questionable business acumen) that helped Barsuk become an indie stalwart.

10/28/2013 By Seth Sommerfeld

Ticket Alert

Barsuk Records' 15th Anniversary Concert Series

The Long Winters, Nada Surf, and more celebrate the Seattle label with four nights of shows.

08/07/2013 By Seth Sommerfeld