RTFM Records

RTFM Records Founded in 1999, RTFM is a collective of artists and musicians who share an adventurous desire to explore and synthesize new musical ground. Cheers!

OUR MISSION

We're here to find those hidden indie music gems, with a focus on electronic based artists (though, by all means, not a requisite!), and help them develop their potential through marketing, promotion, live show support and nearly every aspect of music creation from songwriting to sales and fan-base building. When you support these artists you're showing your appreciation for their eff

orts - and helping them to make more great music. If you would like to submit your music or want to know more about RTFM or would like to join us (we're always looking for talented interns, artists, musicians, videographers, etc), please feel free to contact us using the link on the left. OUR PHILOSOPHY

All albums on our site are offered at $5 or as close as we can get it while being fair to the artists. 80% of the profit goes directly to the artist. We believe that we can offer downloads at prices that are reasonable for fans and still give more profit to the artist than they would get being on a major label. We can do this by lowering our costs - but we rely on you the fan and listener, to spread the word about the artists you like. Your support is what allows the artist to make more great music and we thank you for that. If you ever have a question, problem or just want to give feedback, please use the contact link on the left. We will always read and respond to your email, or get it to the artist in question for them to answer.

06/06/2014

Another chance to catch Artemis in an intimate venue...

Thank you for joining us! Experiencing these world class musicians in an intimate environment is an opportunity I know you will appreciate and enjoy. Once we receive your information, we will email you with the address of the concert. We look forward to seeing you at one of these very special events…

Artemis Triptych CD's are here!
05/07/2014

Artemis Triptych CD's are here!

Get your limited edition of Artemis' Triptych release, including art prints, postcards and more!
04/09/2014

Get your limited edition of Artemis' Triptych release, including art prints, postcards and more!

5 track album

12/28/2013

Sephyra vinyl!! Slowly but surely getting ready for shipping...so many handmade bits - silkscreens, embossing, folding, signing, sealing with a kiss. Going out in just a few days! A billion thanks to Keith Crusher for his amazing help & work on the art...he's done a huge portion of the work on this and put his whole big ol' heart into it. Applause...

17 hours and $1625 to go to fund the new WE. ANIMALS. kickstarter. You won't regret getting in on it!
12/18/2013

17 hours and $1625 to go to fund the new WE. ANIMALS. kickstarter. You won't regret getting in on it!

WE. ANIMALS. is the new album by Lila Rose produced with Daniel Garcia. Pre-order it here and help bring the album to fruition!

Gratitude Week Day #3: I'm *über* grateful that we've finally gotten Sephyra vinyl from Palomino Records Pressing and a...
11/28/2013

Gratitude Week Day #3: I'm *über* grateful that we've finally gotten Sephyra vinyl from Palomino Records Pressing and are creating beautiful art with them - each package, each *record* is unique, and I'll now be including a bonus 12x12" silkscreen of your favorite rune on black recycled chipboard with each one. All hand made by me and Keith Crusher of RTFM Records. Right down to the rune stamps on every record's label...

You can order your own copy here and it will ship by December 15! http://music.artemis.fm/album/sephyra-4

***I'm also INCREDIBLY grateful for the patience of everyone who's ordered a record, some over a year ago now, y'all have been so kind to wait with us while the folks at Palomino recovered from the loss of owner Tom Dillander last spring. I felt very strongly about standing by this tiny business while they got back on their feet. They've done a beautiful job with the records and I highly recommend them for anyone who wants low-cost, high quality short runs of custom vinyl.

- Artemis

12 track album

Congratulations to our very own Lila Rose!
11/04/2013

Congratulations to our very own Lila Rose!

The inaugural Oaktown Music Festival — which celebrates the best Oakland-based bands & solo artists — has announced this year's contest winners. The victors include Lila Rose (Best in Show) for...

10/23/2013

4 track album

09/18/2013

h.u.b.e. is the name under which producer and multi-instrumentalist Bobby Cochran has been making diverse and innovative electronic music since 200...

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