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Episode #148: Open Mic - Owen Polifka and Brent Huberty discuss the history of Channel 83 Records
Episode 148
Monday, 22 December, 2025

Channel 83 Records was founded in 1987 in Minneapolis/St. Paul by Owen Polifka. With the scouting help of Brent Huberty, they signed several legendary Twin Cities metal bands including Disturbed, Impaler and Soilent Green and renowned goth rockers, Morticia. They later partnered with Sci-Fi Western for several rockabilly released led by The Vibro Champs. Owen and Brent share a verbal history of the label and some great stories along the way m/