Magna Carta Records

US

Magna Carta Records is an independent record label located in East Rochester, New York . Magna Carta was formed in 1989 and is owned by Peter Morticelli and his partner Mike Varney . The label, named for the 1215 English document advancing democracy, Magna Carta , has a diverse line-up consisting of musicians from many different genres, but is best known for many of its progressive rock / metal acts. Among the artists featured on the label are OHMphrey , Alex Skolnick Trio , Dave Martone, Kris Norris , and Doug Pinnick (of King's X ).