Sonar Kollektiv is a Berlin based independent record label and publisher connected to a worldwide distribution network. It was founded by Berlin's DJ and producer team Jazzanova in 1998. Since then the label releases and features music far above and beyond average commercial standards. Releases from artists like Âme, Dixon or Fat Freddys Drop manifested the label's position as one strongest and best-known German labels. The musicians, DJs, graphic designers, artists, friends and families involved try to protect the idea of quality in music no matter which individual sound or style is featured. All members participate in the process of production and the decisions about future releases.