Founded in January of 2001, Rigel Records, Ltd. is an independent record label and distributor and a division of Kurt Tischer's pro audio company 3rd Ear Productions™. Started mainly as a vehicle for Kurt's many musical projects, Rigel is involved in a variety of musical genres, such as Americana, Folk, Jam Band, Jazz-Fusion, Hard Rock, and Metal, but focuses primarily on Progressive . Started mainly as a vehicle for Kurt's many musical projects, Rigel is involved in a variety of musical genres, such as Americana, Folk, Jam Band, Jazz-Fusion, Hard Rock, and Metal, but focuses primarily on Progressive Rock and Progressive Metal.
Rigel is not currently looking for new artists, however we will soon be offering opportunities to appear on compilation CDs, will be launching artist digital distribution and download services, and will be hosting/sponsoring showcases and festivals through Sonicbids. Please check back regularly for these emerging opportunities and for news about the artists on our roster.