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Metalism Records

Russian independent record label founded in 2003, specialising in heavy metal and primarily releasing Russian bands.

Last updated September 27, 2026

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Overview

Metalism Records is a Russian independent record label founded in 2003. It is dedicated to various subgenres of heavy metal and focuses its releases mainly on Russian bands. The label operates as a niche imprint within the Russian metal scene, issuing albums and related recordings by domestic acts. Its catalogue is distributed physically and digitally, and the label maintains a presence on platforms such as Discogs, MusicBrainz and Myspace, alongside its official website at metalism.net. As a private, independent operation, Metalism Records is not listed on any stock exchange and does not form part of a larger publicly traded group. Its output is aimed at metal fans in Russia and, to a lesser extent, the wider international underground metal community.

History

Metalism Records was established in 2003 as a Russian music label. From its inception it concentrated on heavy metal, covering various subgenres of the style, and built its roster primarily around Russian bands. The label has released albums and recordings by domestic metal acts and has maintained an online presence through its official website as well as profiles on Discogs, MusicBrainz and Myspace. Detailed public information about its founding personnel, ownership structure and full discography is limited, but its sustained activity since 2003 places it among the longer-running independent metal labels in Russia.

  • 2003

    Metalism Records is founded as a Russian record label.

Products and positioning

Independent Russian label focused on heavy metal and domestic bands.

Product categories. Heavy metal albums · Music recordings

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