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Interview: Chad Peck of Noyes Records
By Jillianne Hamilton
(08/20/09)

Chad Peck, an active member of the Truro/Halifax music scene, started Noyes Records in 2005. Now, the label is associated with some impressive names: The Got To Get Got, Tomcat Combat, Kestrels, The Medium Mood and The Memories Attack- to name a few.

Why did you decide to start your own record label?
I was a student teacher in Truro and I thought there was a lot of talent. I'd been in university for 5 years at that point and I wanted to do something less academic and slightly more productive and rewarding. I was playing in a band with some kids at the school and had the idea of starting a record label and a recording studio to help them out.

How does one just start a record label?
I don't really know. What I did was come up with a name (Noyes - my grandfather's middle name) and a vague concept of what I wanted to do. I received a grant from a program called Students in Business and bought some recording gear. I spent a lot of time researching pressing plants to get the best deals. After that, I just tried to befriend people in bands I liked. It kind of took off from there. I think by the end of the year we'll have our 20th release out.

Previously to starting Noyes Records, what was your experience in the music industry?
Purely as a consumer/fan. I played in a band when I was in high school and we made a few demos, but we didn't let anyone hear them.

What music formats do you release music on?
We've done vinyl (7" and 12"), CD, CD-R, and digital. We've had manufacturing delays.

What are your thoughts on the east coast music scene at the moment?
I think it's blinding and triumphant!

(Photo courtesy of the Noyes Records website.)

Related links:
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Jillianne Hamilton is a writer, blogger and a lover of indie music, funny movies, artsy things and the color red. She is studying Journalism at Holland College, had an internship at the Truro Daily News and blogs for various college and pop culture websites. To contact Jill, visit her website.