Takoma

Takoma began in the United States in 1959, founded by John Fahey. It is closely tied to Fahey’s own work: the label issued key titles including Blind Joe Death and Death Chants, Breakdowns and Military Waltzes, records that help place Takoma at the centre of his early catalogue.

That connection gives the label its character. Takoma is best understood through Fahey’s singular approach and the body of work that grew around it, rather than as a generic imprint. For anyone tracing his beginnings, the label is part of the story, not just the logo on the sleeve.