DFA

DFA Records is an American independent record label based in New York City. The label’s name is associated with “Death From Above,” a nickname linked to a loud touring PA setup used by James Murphy while working as a live sound engineer, a story that later informed the imprint’s identity.

The label was set up by James Murphy, Tim Goldsworthy, and Jonathan Galkin. It has been described as a punk funk label, positioning it around dance-oriented rock and club music with a raw, rhythmic edge. DFA’s public profile is closely tied to Murphy’s work and the New York setting, which has served as the label’s operational base.