EMI is one of the world's leading music companies known for successful artists like Alice in Chains, Katy Perry, Kylie Minogue, and Snoop Dogg. Formed in 1931 through a merger, EMI was home to early artists like Sir Edward Elgar. Over the years, EMI has changed with the industry while continuing to find and develop new stars. The company employs people in roles like A&R, product management, and art direction to scout, manage, and promote musical talent.

2. Record label? EMI (Electric and Musical Industries) What is their company ethos? EMI is one of the worlds leading music company's and home to Some of the most successful and best known artists. Their aims are to make money by finding new artists and turning them into stars, What type of music do they produce? Indie, rock, pop ,metal, alternative, acoustic and punk. Artists that are signed to the label Alice in chains Katy Perry Kylie Minogue Snoop Dog Tinie Tempah

3. Who founded Emi? The Electric and Musical Industries Ltd was formed in March 1931 by the merger of the UK Columbia Gramophone Company and the Gramophone Company with “his masters voice” record label. Who were the first artists to be signed? Sir Edward Elgar and the London Symphony orchestra. How have the changed over the years? He conducted the historic recording of Land Of Hope and Glory, played by the London Symphony Orchestra in studio one. Elgar continued to record some of his most celebrated compositions at Abbey Road until his death in 1934.

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5. ROLE ONE: Name : Susan Walsh Job title : A&R Salary: £70, 000 When were they employed? she was employed in 2003 What was their previous job? Susan worked in a local advertising company. What type of contract are they on? A two year contract. Who do they report to? Manager Who reports to them? The producer, sales and distributor. ROLE TWO: Name: John Dames Job Title: Product Manager Salary: Up to £45,000 Plus Bonus When were they employed? In the summer of 1996 What was their previous job? He worked in an artist management company for five years and before that he worked in a insurance company for three years. What type of contract are they on? 12 month contract Who do they report to? CEO Who reports to them? Sales and distributor.

6. ROLE THREE: Name: Steve James Job Title: Art Director When were they first employed? 2004 What was there pervious job? He worked with apple Mac's for three years. What type of contract are they on? Two years Who do they report to? Who reports to them?