Crunch Pod™ began in 1998 as an independent label founded by for experimental electronics in Davis, California. What started as a local initiative soon grew into an international nexus for artists of different backgrounds, genders and races from around the globe, including Asia, Europe, Australia, Latin America and North America. In 2014 assumed control of management and label operations. Its catalog stands as a relentless collection of underground music, covering Industrial, Rhythmic Noise, IDM, Post-Punk, Darkwave, Dark Ambient, Avant-garde electronics and beyond.

More than just a label, Crunch Pod has helped define the evolution of industrial and electronic music. Artists like , , , , , , , , , , , , , and found their creative voice through the label.