The LA Times reports that local indie stalwarts Dim Mak Records has made a deal with Downtown Music (Gnarls Barkley, Cold War Kids, Art Brut, Justice) in which Dim Mak will continue to discover and develop new artists, and Downtown will give them that boost in distribution and promotion that Dim Mak has never been fortunate enough to be able to offer. Sounds like a deal that could make everyone happy.

Founded by well-known local dj Steve Aoki (aka Kid Millionaire), Dim Mak Records boasts a history of working with bands like Bloc Party, Pretty Girls Make Graves, The Gossip, and Be Your Own Pet, among many others. Continuing its quality work, the label's new releases include Foreign Born, Oh No Oh My, Klaxons and The Deadly Syndrome. Hooray for the locals!

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