Re:Mission Entertainment:
Championing the Industrial Underground from Oklahoma City
In the sprawling landscape of independent electronic music labels, few have shown the dedication and curatorial vision of Re:Mission Entertainment. Operating from Oklahoma City, this label has become a vital force in the industrial, EBM, darkwave, and witch house scenes, providing a platform for both established legends and emerging artists who push the boundaries of dark electronic music.
Re:Mission Entertainment was founded by Wes Turner, a figure with deep roots in the gothic and industrial scene as a long-time promoter of events and shows. Turner’s experience in bringing dark electronic acts to audiences gave him unique insight into what the underground needed: a label that understood both the artistic vision of musicians and the realities of connecting with dedicated fanbases.
Based in Oklahoma City, an unlikely hub for industrial music, Re:Mission Entertainment has proven that geographic location matters less than passion and vision. The label has built its reputation not on chasing trends but on curating a roster of artists who create authentic, uncompromising dark electronic music across multiple subgenres.
From its inception, Re:Mission Entertainment has distinguished itself through the breadth and quality of its artist roster. The label has become home to witch house pioneer Sidewalks And Skeletons, whose atmospheric, bass-heavy productions have defined the modern witch house sound. Albums like Entity, Exorcism, and White Light showcase the project’s evolution while maintaining the dark, hypnotic aesthetic that has attracted a devoted following.
The label’s commitment to industrial music history is evident in its work with legends like Mentallo & The Fixer, for whom Re:Mission released a 30th anniversary edition of No Rest For The Wicked, and Dead Voices On Air, the experimental project of Zoviet France member Mark Spybey. These releases sit alongside work from contemporary industrial acts like Dread Risks, Fact Pattern, and Black Agent, creating a catalog that honors the genre’s past while pushing it forward.
Re:Mission has also championed artists working in adjacent genres. The EBM and dark electro sounds of acts like Frontal Boundary, Emergency Sequence, and Left Spine Down bring dancefloor energy, while artists like BARA HARI, Suffer Ring, and The Mystic Underground explore the darker corners of synthpop and post-punk. The label’s willingness to embrace witch house, industrial rock, ambient, and experimental electronic music has created a roster that defies easy categorization.
One of Re:Mission Entertainment’s most significant contributions to the scene has been its annual label compilations. Beginning in 2020, these free or name-your-price releases have become essential listening for anyone interested in the current state of dark electronic music. Each December, the label releases a compilation showcasing tracks from that year’s releases, often including exclusive remixes, unreleased material, and collaborative tracks.
These compilations serve multiple purposes. For listeners, they provide an accessible entry point to discover new artists. For the label’s roster, they offer cross-promotion and the opportunity to reach new audiences. The compilations also document the label’s evolution, showing how Re:Mission has grown from a boutique imprint to a significant player in the underground electronic scene.
The 2024 compilation exemplifies this approach, featuring 24 tracks ranging from Sidewalks And Skeletons’ brooding “Goth” to cover versions by Shhadows and Kota Kira, alongside remixes from industrial heavyweights like MORIS BLAK and Leaether Strip. The label has announced plans to continue this tradition with a new “RE:MX” compilation series focusing on collaborative remixes between label mates.
Re:Mission Entertainment’s commitment to dark electronic music extends beyond simply releasing albums. The label actively works to connect artists with audiences, facilitate collaborations between roster members, and maintain affordable pricing to ensure music remains accessible to fans. Physical releases, including limited-edition vinyl, cassettes, and CD editions, are produced in small runs that balance collectibility with availability.
The label’s approach to artist development shows in the quality and consistency of its releases. Rather than signing artists for single albums, Re:Mission has built long-term relationships with many acts, releasing multiple albums and EPs over several years. This stability allows artists to develop their sound and build their audience without the pressure of commercial expectations.
An often-overlooked aspect of Re:Mission’s work is its dedication to preserving industrial music history. The label has released archival material from influential acts like Fektion Fekler, whose Immersed Heroics Vol. II brought recordings from 1989-1992 to light for the first time. These releases serve as important documentation of the early development of electro-industrial music, particularly from the often-overlooked Texas scene.
By treating these archival releases with the same care as contemporary albums, complete with remastering, thoughtful packaging, and proper context, Re:Mission has helped ensure that important pieces of industrial music history remain accessible to new generations of listeners.
As of 2025, Re:Mission Entertainment continues to expand its roster and release schedule. Recent and upcoming releases include albums from Ex-Hyena, SINE, Reign Of Roses, Warm Gadget, and many others. The label has also announced anniversary releases for key artists, celebrating milestones while introducing classic material to new audiences.
The label’s consistent output, artist-friendly approach, and commitment to quality over quantity has earned it respect throughout the underground electronic music community. While larger labels chase streaming numbers and viral moments, Re:Mission remains focused on supporting artists who create meaningful, challenging work for an audience that values substance and authenticity.
Re:Mission Entertainment’s Oklahoma City base has become part of its identity. Operating outside traditional music industry centers like Los Angeles, New York, or Berlin has given the label a unique perspective. Without the pressure to conform to coastal scene politics or industry trends, Re:Mission has been free to follow its curatorial vision wherever it leads.
This independence has allowed the label to take chances on unconventional releases and support artists who might not fit neatly into marketing categories. The result is a catalog that feels cohesive in its commitment to quality and authenticity while remaining diverse in sound and approach.
In Conclusion:
Re:Mission Entertainment represents the best of what independent labels can achieve. By combining deep knowledge of industrial and electronic music history with openness to new sounds and approaches, the label has created a home for artists who refuse to compromise their vision. From witch house atmospherics to pounding EBM rhythms, from experimental ambient soundscapes to melodic darkwave, Re:Mission’s catalog offers something for anyone drawn to the darker side of electronic music.
In an era when many independent labels struggle to maintain relevance, Re:Mission Entertainment has proven that there is still a vital audience for uncompromising dark electronic music. By staying true to its vision, supporting its artists, and maintaining its commitment to quality, the label has secured its place as one of the most important imprints in the contemporary industrial and darkwave scenes.
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