[1] The label was founded by Alex Lichtenauer and Nick King in 2009 in Keene, New Hampshire.

[3][4][5] Its stated aim is to "reverse the constant underrepresentation of the queer arts community, with a specific focus on punk, hardcore, and alternative rock music".

[6] An article in Philadelphia similarly described it as "queer forward".

[7] In 2017, the label released a compilation album titled A Benefit Comp to Help Pay Medical Bills for Those Activists Fighting Against Fascism and Racism, the proceeds were donated to victims of the Charlottesville car attack and Hurricane Harvey.

[8][9] In June 2020, the label donated its Bandcamp profits to a bail fund based in Philadelphia and Black and Pink.