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Börft Records

Swedish independent record label founded in 1987 in Karlskrona, specialising in experimental electronic music.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Overview

Börft Records is a Swedish independent record label founded in 1987 in Karlskrona and run by Jan "Zwarre" Svensson. It is dedicated primarily to experimental electronic music, with a catalogue spanning genres such as synth, techno, house and industrial. Since its founding the label has maintained a continuous release schedule, and its catalogue comprises 148 items. Börft Records operates several sub-labels, among them UFO Mongo. Artists released by the label include Andreas Tilliander and Arvid Tuba. The label is a small, artist-driven operation rooted in the Swedish underground electronic scene, and it remains active.

History

Börft Records was founded in 1987 in Karlskrona, Sweden, by Jan "Zwarre" Svensson, who continues to run the label. From the outset it focused on experimental electronic music, covering genres including synth, techno, house and industrial. The label has released music continuously since its founding, building a catalogue of 148 items. Over time it has established several sub-labels, among them UFO Mongo. Its roster has included artists such as Andreas Tilliander and Arvid Tuba. Börft Records remains an active independent label within the Swedish and international underground electronic music scene.

  • 1987

    Börft Records founded in Karlskrona, Sweden, by Jan "Zwarre" Svensson.

  • Label establishes sub-label UFO Mongo.

  • Catalogue reaches 148 items.

Products and positioning

Independent underground label for experimental electronic music.

  • Releases by Andreas Tilliander

  • Releases by Arvid Tuba

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