LABEL BACKGROUND >>>

The Fossil Dungeon is committed to representing uniquely contemplative musical art. We perceive music as a gateway to the world of awareness and delight in showcasing sounds that purvey the dichotomy of both the sacred and the profane.

In previous years, The Fossil Dungeon specialized in creating collectible releases bearing distinctive and award-winning packaging and design. Limited edition CDR titles were published on black-faced discs, vinyl records were pressed on the highest quality heavy weight wax for clarity and durability and CDs were packaged in contemporary specialty formats with a flair for quality printing. Many Fossil Dungeon releases remain cherished works of art for fans across the world.

In 2007, The Fossil Dungeon exclusively crossed over into the digital age becoming an Internet-based music label with emphasis on giving fans a more intimate way to support the bands represented by the label. Half of all revenues go directly from fans to the artists by way of The Fossil Dungeon and often at better consumer costs-per-song than traditional music e-tailers. The Fossil Dungeon intends to uphold their tradition of representing quality music and art through this new digital medium as fans continue to be driven by convenience.

The Fossil Dungeon was established in 2001 and is owned and operated by Michael Riddick, and is supported with the assistance of his twin brother, Mark (both members of The Soil Bleeds Black) and his wife, Elizabeth.