BOOTSHAUS MUSIC, the official label of the Cologne-based club Bootshaus, is officially launching, uniting the club’s underground spirit with the global infrastructure of Universal Music to create a platform that bridges club culture, credibility, and international reach.
The new imprint is designed to amplify cutting-edge electronic music while staying rooted in the energy and identity that made Bootshaus one of Europe’s most respected club institutions.
BOOTSHAUS MUSIC was founded to provide artists with a transparent, scalable, and future-oriented environment for their releases.
Built on authenticity, collaboration, and a data-driven approach, every track is developed closely with the community, tested live in club settings, and released internationally with high-quality assets.
The label is led by an experienced core team:
Jannik Fiedler (Head of Recorded Music) brings over 10 years of experience in label and artist management.
Daniel Busenthür, as Head of Marketing, is responsible for both the club and the label’s marketing.
Felix van Göns (A&R / Product Manager) complements the team with creative intuition and technical expertise as an active producer.
Tom Thomas, Managing Director of Bootshaus, contributes years of experience from the electronic music culture and leads the project with a clear strategic vision and deep understanding of the scene and community.
Niclas Aigner, Co-Founder of Bootshaus Music and CCO of Bootshaus, plays a defining role in shaping the strategic direction of the label and brings creative impulses to its long-term development.
Here’s what the team behind Bootshaus had to say about the label:
“BOOTSHAUS MUSIC carries the same standard of quality that has defined the club for over 20 years.”
The official launch kicks off in February 2026 with the first releases.
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