Capitol Records is an American record label founded in 1942 in Los Angeles. Some of its most famous artists include The Beatles, Katy Perry, and Coldplay. It ceased operations in 2007 but was a part of Universal Music Group. Sony BMG was a joint venture between Sony and Bertelsmann AG founded in 2004 as a record music company. Its successor is Sony Music Entertainment, which is wholly owned by Sony. Some artists included Beyonce and Oasis. It dissolved in 2008. Warner Music Group is one of the major record companies headquartered in New York City. It is owned by Access Industries and has artists like David Guetta, Ed Sheeran, and Kyl