Peppermill Records has been around since 2006, and takes a unique approach to the netlabel model, stressing collaboration among artists. I recently talked with Peter, owner of Peppermill. He has some wonderful ideas, and really elaborated on some of my questions. Check out the interview, then go download some free music from the Peppermill site, you will not be disappointed!

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SFM: What is your definition of a netlabel?

Peppermill: Hmm good question. There’s a few different definitions… one would be that of a non-profit mp3 label without geographical barriers, often consisting of experimental genres that aren’t often sold, such as noise and ambient music. Another is that of any digital label that forgoes physical releases. Then again there’s combinations of these, along with others that also put out cd’s and vinyl. I like many others tend to consider netlabels those that put out the majority of their works under Creative Commons licenses and promote the idea of free music. But that’s just because it’s what I’m used to, I don’t know if any one group of people can lay official claim to such a broad term.

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