Negative Gain Productions

Negative Gain Productions is an independent record label based in the United States that has been active since 1997, dedicated to releasing classic industrial, EBM, darkwave, coldwave, post-punk, and goth music. The label was originally founded by Micah Skaritka of the band Cruciform Injection. In early 2011, Roger Jarvis (of KDC and HexRx) joined Skaritka to reboot the label, a process that involved rebranding and restructuring the roster. The first three bands signed after the reboot were HexRx, Kevorkian Death Cycle, and Alter Der Ruine. Since then, Negative Gain Productions has continued to expand its catalog, signing and promoting artists from the darker corners of electronic and alternative music. The label's official website features news about recent signings such as CTRL CLICK, Tiffadelic, Sleep Of Mirrors, Choke Chain, and Ratio Strain, showcasing its ongoing commitment to underground electronic and industrial sounds. With a focus on both established and emerging acts, Negative Gain Productions remains a notable player in the North American dark alternative music scene.

Negative Gain Productions was founded in 1997 by Micah Skaritka, a member of the band Cruciform Injection. The label quickly established itself as a home for classic industrial, EBM, darkwave, coldwave, post-punk, and goth music. For over a decade, it released material from various artists within these genres, building a niche following. In early 2011, Roger Jarvis, known for his work with KDC and HexRx, joined Skaritka to reboot the label. This reboot involved rebranding and restructuring the roster. The first three bands signed after the reboot were HexRx, Kevorkian Death Cycle, and Alter Der Ruine. Since the reboot, Negative Gain Productions has continued to sign and promote artists, including recent additions like CTRL CLICK, Tiffadelic, Sleep Of Mirrors, Choke Chain, and Ratio Strain. The label remains active in the dark alternative music scene, with upcoming releases such as Sleep Of Mirrors' debut album in 2026 and Choke Chain's 'Decomposition' EP.

• 2026

  Sleep Of Mirrors' first album scheduled for release on May 8th.

• 2011

  Roger Jarvis joins Micah Skaritka to reboot the label; first signings include HexRx, Kevorkian Death Cycle, and Alter Der Ruine.

• 1997

  Negative Gain Productions founded by Micah Skaritka.

Independent label for industrial, EBM, darkwave, coldwave, post-punk, and goth music.

• Albums by HexRx

• Albums by Kevorkian Death Cycle

• Albums by Alter Der Ruine

• Decomposition by Choke Chain

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