Viper 100 - Local Record Label Hits a Century

SEFTON Park Palm House was the place to be on Thursday, 15 May, 2014, as Liverpool's Viper Label celebrated its 100th record release. Viper was founded in 1999 by Paul Hemmings and Mike Badger, both formerly of cult band The La's and boasts an impressive list of artists. The 100th release is a compilation album containing songs from the label's back catalogue of the past 15 years. Tracks by The Hokum Clones, Dead Cowboys and Chris Elliot are just some of the gems to be found on this diverse and hugely enjoyable CD. Thursday evening welcomed a number of the album's contributors on stage beneath the palms of this idyllic setting. Space front man Tommy Scott performed 'Neigbourhood' and 'Female of the Species' with the backing of Hemmings and Badger. There were also performances by Edgar Jones and Matt Barton amongst others and a mesmeric set by three piece band Aviator comprising of former Cast members Pete Wilkinson and Keith O'Neill.  It's heartening to see a local independent label giving the majors a run for their money whilst providing an outlet for so much home grown talent. Here's to the next 100 releases!

To learn more about Viper, its artists or records, please visit:- the-viper-label.co.uk.

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