Lasse-Marc Riek

Founded and run by Roland Etzin and Lasse-Marc Riek (2003–ongoing)

Gruenrekorder is a German record label specializing in field recording, soundscapes, and sound art. Its releases are primarily distributed on CD and vinyl, but also on tape and in digital formats such as USB cards, USB flash drives, and WAV/MP3/FLAC files. While the label focuses on field recordings and soundscapes, its catalogue also includes compilations and crossover projects, extending into genres like New Music.

The label's scope goes beyond sound and music publication. It engages with the broader fields of sound and phonography, emphasizing the understanding and exploration of auditory experiences. Roland Etzin and Lasse-Marc Riek also function as activists and artists within an international network, collaborating with communities, organizations, scientists, authors, and artists in diverse contexts.

Gruenrekorder is involved in various projects and partnerships, hosting events such as concerts, workshops, and lectures. The label also publishes *Field Notes*, a free, bi-lingual online magazine featuring essays, interviews, and other writings that explore the phenomenon of sound from scientific, philosophical, and ecological perspectives.

Stream a mix by the Gruenrekorder label via The Wire (UK).