Record label • Electronica

Border Community

  • 2003Founded
  • LondonUnited Kingdom
  • 5Artists

Border Community is a label founded by James Holden in 2003, debuting with his single A Break in the Clouds. It is based in the United Kingdom, and Holden often played its label nights at Corsica Studios in London.The catalogue mixes progressive house, electronica and experimental dance music. Nathan Fake, Luke Abbott, Fairmont and The MFA released records on it, and Holden's own albums appear there too. The most recent release found is The Universe Will Take Care of You, a 2025 collaboration between Holden and Waclaw Zimpel. Border Community is known in the scene for introducing a group of British producers through its early singles and club nights.

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About Border Community

Label facts
Founded2003
Based inLondon, United Kingdom
FoundersJames Holden
SoundElectronica
StatusActive

Border Community is a label founded by James Holden in 2003, debuting with his single A Break in the Clouds. It is based in the United Kingdom, and Holden often played its label nights at Corsica Studios in London.

The catalogue mixes progressive house, electronica and experimental dance music. Nathan Fake, Luke Abbott, Fairmont and The MFA released records on it, and Holden's own albums appear there too. The most recent release found is The Universe Will Take Care of You, a 2025 collaboration between Holden and Waclaw Zimpel. Border Community is known in the scene for introducing a group of British producers through its early singles and club nights.

Artists on Border Community

Roster and regulars
  • James Holden
  • Nathan Fake
  • Luke Abbott
  • Fairmont
  • The MFA

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Questions about Border Community

What genre is Border Community?

Border Community is best known for Electronica releases. The label has been releasing music since 2003.

Who founded Border Community?

Border Community was founded in 2003 by James Holden and is based in London, United Kingdom.

Who releases on Border Community?

Artists closely tied to Border Community include James Holden, Nathan Fake, Luke Abbott, Fairmont and The MFA.

Where can I buy Border Community releases?

Releases are available on Beatport and through the label's own site.

Who are the biggest artists on Border Community?

Ranked by chart points over the last 12 months, the top artists on Border Community are James Holden (0 tracks), Nathan Fake (0 tracks), Luke Abbott (0 tracks), Fairmont (0 tracks) and The MFA (0 tracks).

Label information from the label's official channels (en.wikipedia.org, musicbrainz.org). Last checked 8 Oct 2026.