Haven Records was formed in Norwich, UK in the late eighties by Johnny and Derek. Its ethos from that day to the present has been to act as a 'haven' for songwriters to develop and launch their musical careers. Early acts and successes included the Cambridge-based indie pop-folk band The Bible, Scarlet, and Swan Dive.

The Bible's frontman, Boo Hewerdine, would go on to become the driving force behind Haven, and over the years the label has mirrored his work as a solo artist, band member, and producer.

Roll on to 2026 and Haven has relaunched, with Boo acting as the creative centre of the reinvigorated UK-based independent label, which champions singer-songwriter music of the highest quality.