Matapadre
Independent Galician record label founded in 2010, based in Santiago de Compostela and linked to the production company Work On Sunday.
Last updated September 28, 2026
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Overview
Matapadre is an independent Spanish record label founded in 2010 by Iván Arias and Diego Castro. It is based in Santiago de Compostela, in the autonomous community of Galicia, and operates as a Galician independent music label. The label is connected to the production company Work On Sunday, which organises the WOS Festival and the Triciclo event. Matapadre's official website presents sections for catalogue, artists, shop, contact, and links to Bandcamp, Facebook, SoundCloud, Twitter, and YouTube, indicating an active digital presence and direct-to-audience distribution. The label's roster and releases focus on independent and alternative music from Galicia and beyond, and it functions as both a record label and a cultural platform tied to live events and festivals in the region.
History
Matapadre was founded in 2010 by Iván Arias and Diego Castro as an independent record label in Galicia, Spain. The label is based in Santiago de Compostela and is linked to the production company Work On Sunday, which organises the WOS Festival and the Triciclo event. Since its founding, Matapadre has operated as a platform for independent and alternative music, releasing records and promoting artists primarily from Galicia and the wider Spanish independent scene. Its official website features a catalogue, artist roster, online shop, and links to streaming and social media platforms such as Bandcamp, SoundCloud, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, reflecting a digital-first approach to distribution and audience engagement. The label's association with Work On Sunday connects it to live music events and festivals, reinforcing its role as both a record label and a cultural organiser within the Galician music ecosystem.
- 2010
Matapadre founded by Iván Arias and Diego Castro in Santiago de Compostela, Galicia.
Products and positioning
Independent Galician record label and cultural platform for alternative music, linked to live events and festivals.
Product categories. Vinyl records · CDs · Digital music releases · Merchandise
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