About Us
About Us - Middle of Nowhere Collective
Welcome to Middle of Nowhere Collective, a music label founded by Bedridden with a mission to help artists across the country share their music through physical media—CDs, cassettes, and other tangible formats. We believe in the power of physical releases to create lasting connections between artists and listeners in a world that’s increasingly digital.
The story of Middle of Nowhere Collective began with Bedridden's journey into music. It all started in middle school when the drum loop at the beginning of "Blondie" by Current Joys caught his ear. That moment was the spark that ignited a passion for music production. Summer after summer, he saved money to buy gear, experimenting with recording and learning through trial and error. In his bedroom, he and his friend Vincent—who learned drumming from scratch—practiced songs together. Bedridden focused on learning guitar, all with one goal: to capture the sound and raw emotion of Nick Rattigan’s music, whose style greatly influenced him.
But as Bedridden's musical journey grew, so did his inspirations. Discovering labels like Run For Cover Records opened his eyes to a wide variety of raw, timeless music. Artists and bands like Teen Suicide, Horse Jumper of Love, Turnover, Modern Baseball, Pinegrove, and more became a huge part of his musical identity. These bands taught him that music could be honest, vulnerable, and deeply DIY, and that’s the kind of music he wanted to make.
Middle of Nowhere Collective was born out of this DIY ethos and a love for indie, lofi, punk, emo, folk, and all the genres in between. We’re here to help artists release their music in a way that’s affordable, meaningful, and lasting—through physical media that makes an impact. Whether you’re an indie artist, a punk band, or someone with a sound that's uniquely your own, you’re welcome here.
If you're interested in releasing your band’s music through Middle of Nowhere Collective and want a more affordable way to get your music into the hands of listeners, don’t hesitate to reach out. Join us in keeping the spirit of physical media alive and sharing your music in a way that truly resonates.