Magna Carta Records Magna Carta Records Magna Carta Records is an independent record label located in Rochester, New York. Magna Carta was formed in 1989 and is owned by Peter Morticelli and his partner Mike Varney. The label, named for the 1215 English document advancing democracy, the Magna Carta, has a diverse line-up consisting of musicians from many different genres, but is best known for many of its progressive rock/metal acts. Among the artists featured on the label are OHMphrey, Alex Skolnick Trio, Dave Martone, Kris Norris, and Doug Pinnick (of King's X). As of June 1, 2009, Magna Carta began working with
1215: The Year of Magna Carta only, “the final two chapters deal at length with the history and myth of the Great Charter, and the book includes the complete text of the document.” Another critic, Wesley Burnett thinks that the book is a clever historical documentation and is well written. However, he states, “"1215: The Year of Magna Carta" doesn’t follow the formula and won’t win anyone tenure anywhere." Thus, while critics enjoyed the book, most wanted there to be more information about the Magna Carta itself. 1215: The Year of Magna Carta 1215: The Year of Magna Carta is a historical documentation of life in