Meta Records

Meta Records is an independent, artist-run record label founded in Germany in 1999 by Johannes Reichert and Ralf Altrieth. The label focuses on jazz and classical music, with a catalogue that also extends into world music and contemporary improvisation. It is based in the Nuremberg/Fürth area of Bavaria; its official contact address is Aurachweg 6, D-90449 Nürnberg, while Wikidata describes it as based in Fürth. The label operates as a small, artist-led imprint rather than a large corporate group, and its releases are distributed digitally through The Orchard (Sony Music Entertainment) to major platforms including Qobuz, Spotify, Apple Music and Deezer. In the Netherlands, physical distribution is handled by Challenge Records. Meta Records has released music by a range of jazz, classical and cross-genre artists. Its catalogue includes work by pianist René Bottlang, saxophonist Ralf Altrieth, countertenor Johannes Reichert and guitarist Holger Stamm, as well as releases involving Jan Klare, Elina Duni, Adam Pierończyk, Anthony Bailes, Ralph Beerkircher and Raffaele Mani. A notable classical project is a recording of Luigi Dallapiccola's complete piano works performed by Raffaele Mani. The label's output reflects an emphasis on improvisation, contemporary jazz and classical repertoire rather than mainstream pop. As an artist-run label, Meta Records maintains a close relationship with its musicians, several of whom also serve as founders or creative partners. Its website presents the label under the "meta21" banner and lists recent releases, biographies and ordering information. The label remains active, with releases such as René Bottlang's "Buenos Aires" (2021) and "Numbers" with Ralf Altrieth (2022), and Johannes Reichert and Holger Stamm's "Melencolia" (2019).

Meta Records was founded in 1999 by Johannes Reichert and Ralf Altrieth in Germany. The label describes itself as an independent, artist-run record label with a focus on jazz and classical music. It is based in the Nuremberg/Fürth area of Bavaria; its official contact address is Aurachweg 6, D-90449 Nürnberg, while Wikidata states it is based in Fürth. The label's catalogue also includes world music and contemporary improvisation, reflecting the interests of its founders and associated musicians. Over the years, Meta Records has released albums by a range of artists. Its catalogue includes work by pianist René Bottlang, saxophonist Ralf Altrieth, countertenor Johannes Reichert and guitarist Holger Stamm. Other associated artists include Jan Klare (with Ahmet Bektas and Fethi Ak), Johannes Hage, Elina Duni, Adam Pierończyk, Anthony Bailes and Ralph Beerkircher. A notable classical release is a recording of Luigi Dallapiccola's complete piano works, performed by Raffaele Mani. The label's output spans jazz, classical and cross-genre projects. In the Netherlands, Meta Records is distributed by Challenge Records. Digitally, its releases are distributed through The Orchard (Sony Music Entertainment) to major platforms including Qobuz, Spotify, Apple Music and Deezer. The label's website, presented under the "meta21" banner, lists recent releases, biographies and ordering information. Recent releases include René Bottlang's "Buenos Aires" (2021) and "Numbers" with Ralf Altrieth (2022), and Johannes Reichert and Holger Stamm's "Melencolia" (2019). The label remains active as a small, artist-led imprint.

• 2022

  Release of René Bottlang and Ralf Altrieth's "Numbers".

• 2021

  Release of René Bottlang's "Buenos Aires".

• 2019

  Release of Johannes Reichert and Holger Stamm's "Melencolia".

• 1999

  Meta Records founded by Johannes Reichert and Ralf Altrieth in Germany.

Independent artist-run label specializing in jazz and classical music, with a catalogue extending into world music and improvisation.

• 2021

  René Bottlang – Buenos Aires

• 2022

  René Bottlang & Ralf Altrieth – Numbers

• 2019

  Johannes Reichert & Holger Stamm – Melencolia

• Luigi Dallapiccola – Complete Piano Works (Raffaele Mani)

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2. 2About - meta21meta21.weebly.com
3. 3Meta Recordswikidata.org
4. 4Meta Recordsnl.wikipedia.org