Athens Of The North

Athens of the North: A Label Dedicated to Unearthing Hidden Gems

Athens of the North is a record label based in Edinburgh, Scotland, that has made a name for itself by unearthing hidden gems from the past and bringing them to a new audience. Founded in 2007 by Euan Fryer, the label has released a variety of genres, including funk, soul, and disco but is best known for its reissues of obscure and hard-to-find records.

The label’s mission is to uncover forgotten gems and give them a new lease on life. Fryer spends hours scouring second-hand shops and online marketplaces looking for rare and underappreciated records. Each release is limited so you often find the re-issue become rarities themselves.