CRANKED UP RECORDS
The Next Chapter of Real Music.
It started with a microphone and a vision. After decades spent on the airwaves and in the crowd, our founder, radio personality and promoter Curtis McKinney, knew the music world needed something real. So we built Cranked Up Records—a movement for the artists who pour their souls into their craft and the fans who crave more than the same old noise.
We’re not here to follow trends — we’re here to amplify raw, authentic music.
From rock to country and everything in between, we partner with independent artists who value substance over hype, craft over shortcuts, and long-term vision over fleeting attention. This is music built to last, supported by experience, intention, and respect for the art.
OUR PARTNERS
Cranked Up Live
AMI Entertainment
Cordell Winter
Scott Owen
9 Left Dead
Kim Kline
our roster
Davy Williamson
Kaos/Bender
Paisty
Jenny
Rivethead
Johnni Law
This is more than just music — it’s a call to action.
We’re building a community of artists and listeners who believe in authenticity, creative freedom, and supporting work that means something. This isn’t about chasing algorithms or momentary attention; it’s about connection, culture, and creating space for music that resonates beyond a single release.
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THINK YOUR BAND HAS WHAT IT TAKES?
We’re always open to hearing from artists who take their craft seriously and understand that great music requires more than talent alone. If you believe in authenticity, long-term vision, and putting in the work, we’d love to start a conversation and see if there’s a fit.
