A Day to Remember: Which Record Label They Signed With in 2016
In 2016, A Day to Remember faced a significant turning point in their record label journey. After a lengthy legal battle with Victory Records, the band finally gained independence and released their sixth studio album "Bad Vibrations" through their own label, ADTR Records.
The dispute with Victory Records began in 2011 when the band claimed they had fulfilled their five-album contract. Victory Records contested this, leading to years of legal proceedings. The case was finally settled in October 2016, with A Day to Remember gaining the rights to their music.
"Bad Vibrations" marked their first fully independent release, hitting stores on September 2, 2016. The album was distributed through Epitaph Records, but the creative control remained entirely with the band. This partnership allowed them to maintain their artistic integrity while leveraging Epitaph's distribution network.
The decision to self-release proved successful. "Bad Vibrations" debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing that the band could thrive without traditional label support. The album featured hit singles like "Paranoia" and "Bullfight," which resonated strongly with their fanbase.
This move to independence in 2016 represented more than just a label change - it demonstrated the band's commitment to artistic freedom and direct connection with their fans. The success of "Bad Vibrations" under their own label established A Day to Remember as pioneers in the modern music industry's shift toward artist independence.
Their experience became a notable case study for other bands considering similar moves away from traditional record labels. The band's ability to maintain their commercial success while gaining complete creative control proved that established acts could successfully navigate the transition to independence.
Today, A Day to Remember continues to operate under their own label, setting a precedent for other artists in the rock and metal scenes who seek greater control over their music and career decisions.