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Island Records was founded in 1959 in the UK and focused on rock and pop genres, working with artists like Bob Dylan and Bob Marley. Fuelled by Ramen was started in 1996 and focuses on rock/grunge, being based in New York and working with bands such as Panic at the Disco and Paramore. Sony BMG was formed in 2004 through a joint venture between Sony and Bertelsmann AG, producing various genres of music and working with artists like Busted.
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Island Records was founded in 1959 in Jamaica and helped influence the progressive music scene in the UK in the early 1970s. It struggled financially in the late 1970s and early 1980s due to Bob Marley's death and high royalties owed to U2. It was sold to PolyGram UK Group in 1989 and then to Seagram's in 1998. Artists signed to Island Records that are similar to our genre include Jessie Ware, Aluna George, Disclosure, and Avicii.
Columbia Records is owned by Sony Music Entertainment and was the first record company to produce pre-recorded records in 1888. It has signed artists like Katy B, Calvin Harris, and Little Nikki that produce music
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Warner Music Group is a major record label founded in 1958 that represents artists across many genres such as Michael Buble and Trey Songz. XL Recordings, founded in 1989, also has a diverse roster including Vampire Weekend and Adele, releasing around 6 albums per year distributed through its partnership with Colombia Records. Both labels aim to support artists' long-term success while delivering high-quality music to consumers, differing primarily in Warner Music Group's larger size and independent distribution compared to XL Recordings' smaller output distributed through Colombia Records.
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Domino is an independent record label founded in 1993 that focuses on indie rock music. Some notable artists signed to Domino include Pavement, Franz Ferdinand, and The xx. The document discusses two other major record labels, Island Records and Columbia Records, which focus on wider genres and mass audiences. It concludes that Domino would be the preferred label due to its indie rock focus and targeting of niche audiences interested in that genre.
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Sony Music has record labels like Columbia, Epic, and Syco Music which is owned by Simon Cowell and has signed artists like One Direction and Little Mix. Universal Music Group labels include Island Records, Capitol Records, and Def Jam Recordings with Capitol founded in 1942 signing artists such as Sam Smith and Katy Perry. Warner Music Group consists of Atlantic Records, Parlophone, and Warner Bros. Records with Parlophone established in 1869 representing The Beatles and Warner Bros. Records founded in 1958 working with artists like Cher Lloyd and Duran Duran.
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Island Records was formed in 1959 in Jamaica and operates in the US, UK, Australia and Jamaica. It has had success signing major artists like Justin Bieber and Rihanna. In 2012 it received an award for having 7 #1 hit tracks, showing consistency. It was acquired by UMG who merged it with Def Jam, bringing success through different genres. Parlophone Records was formed in 1896 and gained a reputation for jazz. It is known for homegrown talent like The Beatles, David Bowie, and Coldplay. These artists have topped charts, with Coldplay yielding high downloads. Interscope Records was formed in 1990 as a joint venture and focuses on diverse genres from Eminem to Lady Gaga to
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Berry Gordy founded Motown Records in 1959 as Tamla Records, changing the name to Motown in 1960. Motown focused on American pop music, signing iconic artists like Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and The Jackson 5. When founded as Tamla Records, its slogan was "The sound that makes the world go round," but as Motown its slogan became "The sound of young America." Motown also produced live shows featuring performances from its top artists that were recorded and broadcast on television.
Arctic Monkeys (Domino Records)
The Arctic Monkeys are an English indie rock band formed in 2002 in High Green. They are signed to Domino Records and consist of 4 core members - Alex Turner, Jamie Cook, Nick O'Malley, and Matt Helders. Their debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I Am sold over 360,000 copies in 2006. Their music appeals most to indie rock fans and "simple people, hippies and lovers of an old school indie rock". The band gained popularity through early performances and their popularity has continued to increase globally through internet media and social networks.
Music institutions
The four main institutions that dominate today's music industry are Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI Music Publishing. Collectively known as "The Big Four", they control the global recorded music market and work with many successful artists. In addition to promoting music, these institutions also promote different forms of media like film, magazines, and television through their network of smaller companies.
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Island Records was founded in 1959 in Jamaica and helped influence the progressive music scene in the UK in the early 1970s. It struggled financially in the late 1970s and early 1980s due to Bob Marley's death and high royalties owed to U2. It was sold to PolyGram UK Group in 1989 and then to Seagram's in 1998. Artists signed to Island Records that are similar to our genre include Jessie Ware, Aluna George, Disclosure, and Avicii.
Columbia Records is owned by Sony Music Entertainment and was the first record company to produce pre-recorded records in 1888. It has signed artists like Katy B, Calvin Harris, and Little Nikki that produce music
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Warner Music Group is a major record label founded in 1958 that represents artists across many genres such as Michael Buble and Trey Songz. XL Recordings, founded in 1989, also has a diverse roster including Vampire Weekend and Adele, releasing around 6 albums per year distributed through its partnership with Colombia Records. Both labels aim to support artists' long-term success while delivering high-quality music to consumers, differing primarily in Warner Music Group's larger size and independent distribution compared to XL Recordings' smaller output distributed through Colombia Records.
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Domino is an independent record label founded in 1993 that focuses on indie rock music. Some notable artists signed to Domino include Pavement, Franz Ferdinand, and The xx. The document discusses two other major record labels, Island Records and Columbia Records, which focus on wider genres and mass audiences. It concludes that Domino would be the preferred label due to its indie rock focus and targeting of niche audiences interested in that genre.
Music Labels
Sony Music has record labels like Columbia, Epic, and Syco Music which is owned by Simon Cowell and has signed artists like One Direction and Little Mix. Universal Music Group labels include Island Records, Capitol Records, and Def Jam Recordings with Capitol founded in 1942 signing artists such as Sam Smith and Katy Perry. Warner Music Group consists of Atlantic Records, Parlophone, and Warner Bros. Records with Parlophone established in 1869 representing The Beatles and Warner Bros. Records founded in 1958 working with artists like Cher Lloyd and Duran Duran.
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Island Records was formed in 1959 in Jamaica and operates in the US, UK, Australia and Jamaica. It has had success signing major artists like Justin Bieber and Rihanna. In 2012 it received an award for having 7 #1 hit tracks, showing consistency. It was acquired by UMG who merged it with Def Jam, bringing success through different genres. Parlophone Records was formed in 1896 and gained a reputation for jazz. It is known for homegrown talent like The Beatles, David Bowie, and Coldplay. These artists have topped charts, with Coldplay yielding high downloads. Interscope Records was formed in 1990 as a joint venture and focuses on diverse genres from Eminem to Lady Gaga to
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Berry Gordy founded Motown Records in 1959 as Tamla Records, changing the name to Motown in 1960. Motown focused on American pop music, signing iconic artists like Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and The Jackson 5. When founded as Tamla Records, its slogan was "The sound that makes the world go round," but as Motown its slogan became "The sound of young America." Motown also produced live shows featuring performances from its top artists that were recorded and broadcast on television.
Arctic Monkeys (Domino Records)
The Arctic Monkeys are an English indie rock band formed in 2002 in High Green. They are signed to Domino Records and consist of 4 core members - Alex Turner, Jamie Cook, Nick O'Malley, and Matt Helders. Their debut album Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I Am sold over 360,000 copies in 2006. Their music appeals most to indie rock fans and "simple people, hippies and lovers of an old school indie rock". The band gained popularity through early performances and their popularity has continued to increase globally through internet media and social networks.
Music institutions
The four main institutions that dominate today's music industry are Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI Music Publishing. Collectively known as "The Big Four", they control the global recorded music market and work with many successful artists. In addition to promoting music, these institutions also promote different forms of media like film, magazines, and television through their network of smaller companies.
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Island Records was formed in 1959 in Jamaica and operates in the US, UK, Australia and Jamaica. It was owned by Universal Music Group from 1999-2014 as part of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The label has had success signing major artists like Justin Bieber and Rihanna. In 2012, it received an award for having 7 #1 hit tracks, showing consistency. Parlophone Records was formed in 1896 and acquired by EMI in the 1920s. It is known for creating homegrown talent like The Beatles, David Bowie, and Coldplay. Artists on the label have topped charts with singles, albums, and downloads. Interscope Records was formed in 1990 as a joint venture between Ted Field's
Music Label Research
This document discusses independent music labels, two British indie labels (Domino Records and XL Recordings), and the "Big Three" major music labels (Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group). Independent labels are not owned by the major labels and can vary in size from large profitable companies to small personal projects. While some large independent labels are now distributed by the majors, they generally have more financial independence. The document also notes that if releasing their own music, the author would prefer an independent label like XL Recordings due to their ability to target niche audiences.
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David Bowie was born in Brixton, London in 1947. He developed an interest in music from a young age and began playing the saxophone at 13. By his late teens, Bowie was recording singles with rock bands in his spare time from his job as a commercial artist. He chose the stage name David Bowie in 1966 to avoid confusion with another musician. His breakthrough album was 1972's The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, which made him a superstar in the UK and US. The album was a concept album about a sexually ambiguous rock star from outer space and helped launch the glam rock scene.
Institutional research
- Record labels manage brands and trademarks associated with marketing music recordings and videos. Major record labels include Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI.
- Bauer Media Group is a large European media company that owns over 600 magazines, 400 digital products, and 50 radio and TV stations worldwide. It has a revenue of 2.4 billion euros and owns popular music brands and television channels.
- Universal Music Group is the world's largest music corporation, owning record labels like Decca Records, Island Records, and Def Jam Records. It is a subsidiary of the French media company Vivendi.
The Big 4 Music Industries
The document discusses the history and operations of the "Big 4" major record labels - Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and EMI. It details their acquisitions of smaller labels over time, key executives, legal disputes, and role in distributing music through new streaming services. The companies evolved from early music recording technology firms and now dominate the global music industry.
Visible noise
Visible Noise is an independent UK record label founded in 1998 by Julie Weir with the goal of promoting new UK rock music as she felt American bands were receiving too much attention at that time. The label has represented bands such as Lostprophets, Bring Me The Horizon, and Your Demise and targets male audiences between 14-30 years old.
Music Record Labels
Record labels manage brands and trademarks associated with music recordings and videos. They coordinate production, distribution and promotion, and provide legal protection for artists. Major labels like Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, EMI Music and Warner Music Group represent the majority of the global music industry. They operate several subsidiary labels and control many of the best-known artists. Independent labels provide an alternative for smaller artists.
The Big Four Record Labels
The four largest record labels that control about 70% of the global music market are Universal Music Group, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, EMI Group, and Warner Music Group. These "Big Four" labels sign and promote recording artists, market and distribute their music, and accounted for 71.7% of total music sales in 2005. Universal Music Group was the largest with a 25.5% market share, followed by Sony BMG with 21.5%, EMI Group with 13.4%, and Warner Music Group with 11.3%. Independent labels combined made up the remaining 28.3% of the market.
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Reprise Records was formed in 1960 by Frank Sinatra to provide more artistic freedom for his recordings. It has since produced records for notable artists like Fleetwood Mac, Faith No More, and Jimi Hendrix. Their most recent project is Green Day's 2016 album Revolution Radio. Blackened Recordings was founded in 2012 by Metallica as an independent label to release their future albums. Their first album under the new label is Hardwired...To Self Destruct, set for release in November 2016. Sony Music Entertainment was formed in 1929 and has worked with iconic artists such as AC/DC, Aerosmith, David Bowie, and Jimi Hendrix. Warner Music Group is one of the "big three"
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YouTube is a video-sharing website launched in 2005 that allows users to upload, view and share videos including music videos. Vevo is a similar video-sharing website owned by major music companies that offers music videos. MTV was originally a television channel focused on music videos but now focuses more on reality television targeted at teenagers.
Depeche Mode’s 1980s-Based Synthesizer Pop
Depeche Mode was one of the first bands to create danceable synth pop tunes, releasing their first single in 1980. Their third single "Just Can't Get Enough" broke into the top ten in Britain and boosted sales of their debut album. Through the 1980s, their music took on darker tones and helped them gain popularity in the United States with their 1985 album Black Celebration. After personnel changes and issues for members, the band reformed in 2005 and regained prominence with their album Playing the Angel.
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Domino Records was founded in 1993 by Laurence Bell and Jacqui Rice. While early releases focused on American artists also signed to Drag City, success was not immediate during the Britpop era. However, a steady stream of new signings built credibility over time. Recent releases from artists like Anna Calvi, Franz Ferdinand, Arctic Monkeys, and The Killers have propelled Domino to being one of the longest-running and most successful independent record labels in the UK. As Domino celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2004, Franz Ferdinand's self-titled debut sold millions worldwide. Domino then repeated this success an even bigger scale by quickly releasing Arctic Monkeys' debut album, which broke the
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Ministry of Sound Group is a multimedia entertainment business based in London that owns the Ministry of Sound nightclub. It was founded in 1991 and focuses on house and trance music. The company has signed and launched the careers of many popular artists like Avicii, Calvin Harris, and Swedish House Mafia. It attracts around 300,000 clubbers per year and hosts DJs such as Adam Beyer, Marshmello, and Pete Tong. Ministry of Sound has also had success with its record label division, achieving numerous chart-topping singles and albums from artists like Example, Wretch 32, and London Grammar.
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Universal Music Group is the largest music corporation in the world, originating from the American branch of Decca Records in 1934. It is divided into four sections and owns Universal Music Publishing Group, the second largest music publishing company. UMG has been linked to major artists like Jack Johnson, The Killers, and Eminem. Sony Music Entertainment is the second largest record label and part of the 'big four', founded in 1929 through mergers. It owns labels like Columbia Records and has been involved with artists such as Michael Jackson and Beyonce. Warner Music Group is the only publicly traded major music company, owned by Edgar Bronfman Jr. and Mark Ansorge. It had the highest US market share growth between 2004-2008
Record labels
A record label is a company that manages the production, distribution, and promotion of music recordings and videos. Record labels work with artists to develop and market their music, maintaining contracts and scouting new talent. The document discusses several prominent record labels including Fueled by Ramen, Epitaph Records, and Elektra Records. It also notes that film production companies, like DreamWorks Studios founded in 1994, specialize in producing and distributing films and other media.
The UK’s 4 Major Record Labels
The document summarizes the four major record labels in the UK: Sony Music Entertainment UK, EMI Group, Warner Music Group, and Universal Music Group. It provides examples of popular artists signed to each label and briefly outlines each label's history, size, and operations.
Existing Record Label Company Research
Bad Boy Records was founded in 1993 by Sean "Diddy" Combs after being fired from Uptown Records. The label promotes hip hop and rap artists such as Biggie Smalls, French Montana, and Puff Daddy. Interscope Records was founded in 1989 as a hip hop label but expanded in the mid-1990s to sign rock artists like Marilyn Manson and Limp Bizkit. Current Interscope artists include Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Madonna, and Dr. Dre. Def Jam Recordings was founded in 1983 by Rick Rubin focusing on hip hop and is now owned by Universal Music Group.
The Big 4 Presentation
- The music industry was historically dominated by a small number of major record labels, known as the "Big Six" in the 1980s, "Big Five" in the 1990s, and "Big Four" since 2004.
- The Big Four record labels that currently dominate the industry are Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI, collectively accounting for over 80% of the global music market.
- Based on research of similar alternative rock bands that were successful, Universal Music Group seems the most likely of the Big Four majors to sign my alternative rock band, as they have experience promoting this genre and related artists.
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Universal Music Group is the largest major record label, founded in 1934. It has many subsidiary labels that are home to some of the biggest artists in music. Some key subsidiaries include Def Jam Recordings, focused on urban/hip hop, and Young Money Entertainment, co-founded by Lil Wayne. EMI Music Group is another major label based in the UK with subsidiaries like Capitol Records and Virgin Records. Sony Music Entertainment holds the second largest share and was formed from mergers with labels like Columbia Records and Jive Records. It also operates subsidiary labels.
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1) 4AD is a British independent record label founded in 1980 that focuses on alternative rock, dream pop, post-punk, electronica, and indie rock. They signed underground American artists in 1992 and have had distribution deals with major labels.
2) Columbia Records is one of the major record labels owned by Sony Music Entertainment. Founded in 1887, they sign a wide variety of artists across genres including pop, rock, R&B, and indie folk like Foster the People.
3) Domino Recording Company is a UK-based independent label founded in London that has offices in Brooklyn and Germany. They focus on creativity over style and have had success with artists like Arctic Monkeys and Franz Ferdinand
Record labels
Fueled by Ramen is an American record label established in 1996 that represents artists across many genres including Paramore, Panic! At the Disco, and Fun. It promotes its artists through street teams that distribute free merchandise. Roadrunner Records, formed in 1980, is one of the largest rock and metal labels representing bands such as Nickelback, Slipknot, and Korn. It also uses street teams for promotion. Sony Music Entertainment was formed in 1991 by merging various record companies and owns the rights to many current top artists like Adele, Paul Simon, and Michael Jackson, making it one of the major record labels.
Music institutions
Warner Music Group is one of the "Big Three" global music corporations headquartered in New York City. It owns major record labels like Warner Bros Records and Atlantic Records. Universal Music Group is the largest of the "Big Three" and owns labels like Interscope Records, Island Records, and Republic Records. Sony Music Entertainment is the third largest and owns Columbia Records, RCA Records, and Syco Music. These corporations and their labels control much of the music industry but new platforms like iTunes, YouTube, and SoundCloud allow independent and unsigned artists to distribute their music without a major label.
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Island Records was formed in 1959 in Jamaica and operates in the US, UK, Australia and Jamaica. It was owned by Universal Music Group from 1999-2014 as part of the Island Def Jam Music Group. The label has had success signing major artists like Justin Bieber and Rihanna. In 2012, it received an award for having 7 #1 hit tracks, showing consistency. Parlophone Records was formed in 1896 and acquired by EMI in the 1920s. It is known for creating homegrown talent like The Beatles, David Bowie, and Coldplay. Artists on the label have topped charts with singles, albums, and downloads. Interscope Records was formed in 1990 as a joint venture between Ted Field's
Music Label Research
This document discusses independent music labels, two British indie labels (Domino Records and XL Recordings), and the "Big Three" major music labels (Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and Warner Music Group). Independent labels are not owned by the major labels and can vary in size from large profitable companies to small personal projects. While some large independent labels are now distributed by the majors, they generally have more financial independence. The document also notes that if releasing their own music, the author would prefer an independent label like XL Recordings due to their ability to target niche audiences.
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David Bowie was born in Brixton, London in 1947. He developed an interest in music from a young age and began playing the saxophone at 13. By his late teens, Bowie was recording singles with rock bands in his spare time from his job as a commercial artist. He chose the stage name David Bowie in 1966 to avoid confusion with another musician. His breakthrough album was 1972's The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, which made him a superstar in the UK and US. The album was a concept album about a sexually ambiguous rock star from outer space and helped launch the glam rock scene.
Institutional research
- Record labels manage brands and trademarks associated with marketing music recordings and videos. Major record labels include Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI.
- Bauer Media Group is a large European media company that owns over 600 magazines, 400 digital products, and 50 radio and TV stations worldwide. It has a revenue of 2.4 billion euros and owns popular music brands and television channels.
- Universal Music Group is the world's largest music corporation, owning record labels like Decca Records, Island Records, and Def Jam Records. It is a subsidiary of the French media company Vivendi.
The Big 4 Music Industries
The document discusses the history and operations of the "Big 4" major record labels - Universal Music Group, Warner Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, and EMI. It details their acquisitions of smaller labels over time, key executives, legal disputes, and role in distributing music through new streaming services. The companies evolved from early music recording technology firms and now dominate the global music industry.
Visible noise
Visible Noise is an independent UK record label founded in 1998 by Julie Weir with the goal of promoting new UK rock music as she felt American bands were receiving too much attention at that time. The label has represented bands such as Lostprophets, Bring Me The Horizon, and Your Demise and targets male audiences between 14-30 years old.
Music Record Labels
Record labels manage brands and trademarks associated with music recordings and videos. They coordinate production, distribution and promotion, and provide legal protection for artists. Major labels like Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, EMI Music and Warner Music Group represent the majority of the global music industry. They operate several subsidiary labels and control many of the best-known artists. Independent labels provide an alternative for smaller artists.
The Big Four Record Labels
The four largest record labels that control about 70% of the global music market are Universal Music Group, Sony BMG Music Entertainment, EMI Group, and Warner Music Group. These "Big Four" labels sign and promote recording artists, market and distribute their music, and accounted for 71.7% of total music sales in 2005. Universal Music Group was the largest with a 25.5% market share, followed by Sony BMG with 21.5%, EMI Group with 13.4%, and Warner Music Group with 11.3%. Independent labels combined made up the remaining 28.3% of the market.
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Reprise Records was formed in 1960 by Frank Sinatra to provide more artistic freedom for his recordings. It has since produced records for notable artists like Fleetwood Mac, Faith No More, and Jimi Hendrix. Their most recent project is Green Day's 2016 album Revolution Radio. Blackened Recordings was founded in 2012 by Metallica as an independent label to release their future albums. Their first album under the new label is Hardwired...To Self Destruct, set for release in November 2016. Sony Music Entertainment was formed in 1929 and has worked with iconic artists such as AC/DC, Aerosmith, David Bowie, and Jimi Hendrix. Warner Music Group is one of the "big three"
Music institution research
YouTube is a video-sharing website launched in 2005 that allows users to upload, view and share videos including music videos. Vevo is a similar video-sharing website owned by major music companies that offers music videos. MTV was originally a television channel focused on music videos but now focuses more on reality television targeted at teenagers.
Depeche Mode’s 1980s-Based Synthesizer Pop
Depeche Mode was one of the first bands to create danceable synth pop tunes, releasing their first single in 1980. Their third single "Just Can't Get Enough" broke into the top ten in Britain and boosted sales of their debut album. Through the 1980s, their music took on darker tones and helped them gain popularity in the United States with their 1985 album Black Celebration. After personnel changes and issues for members, the band reformed in 2005 and regained prominence with their album Playing the Angel.
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Domino Records was founded in 1993 by Laurence Bell and Jacqui Rice. While early releases focused on American artists also signed to Drag City, success was not immediate during the Britpop era. However, a steady stream of new signings built credibility over time. Recent releases from artists like Anna Calvi, Franz Ferdinand, Arctic Monkeys, and The Killers have propelled Domino to being one of the longest-running and most successful independent record labels in the UK. As Domino celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2004, Franz Ferdinand's self-titled debut sold millions worldwide. Domino then repeated this success an even bigger scale by quickly releasing Arctic Monkeys' debut album, which broke the
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Ministry of Sound Group is a multimedia entertainment business based in London that owns the Ministry of Sound nightclub. It was founded in 1991 and focuses on house and trance music. The company has signed and launched the careers of many popular artists like Avicii, Calvin Harris, and Swedish House Mafia. It attracts around 300,000 clubbers per year and hosts DJs such as Adam Beyer, Marshmello, and Pete Tong. Ministry of Sound has also had success with its record label division, achieving numerous chart-topping singles and albums from artists like Example, Wretch 32, and London Grammar.
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Universal Music Group is the largest music corporation in the world, originating from the American branch of Decca Records in 1934. It is divided into four sections and owns Universal Music Publishing Group, the second largest music publishing company. UMG has been linked to major artists like Jack Johnson, The Killers, and Eminem. Sony Music Entertainment is the second largest record label and part of the 'big four', founded in 1929 through mergers. It owns labels like Columbia Records and has been involved with artists such as Michael Jackson and Beyonce. Warner Music Group is the only publicly traded major music company, owned by Edgar Bronfman Jr. and Mark Ansorge. It had the highest US market share growth between 2004-2008
Record labels
A record label is a company that manages the production, distribution, and promotion of music recordings and videos. Record labels work with artists to develop and market their music, maintaining contracts and scouting new talent. The document discusses several prominent record labels including Fueled by Ramen, Epitaph Records, and Elektra Records. It also notes that film production companies, like DreamWorks Studios founded in 1994, specialize in producing and distributing films and other media.
The UK’s 4 Major Record Labels
The document summarizes the four major record labels in the UK: Sony Music Entertainment UK, EMI Group, Warner Music Group, and Universal Music Group. It provides examples of popular artists signed to each label and briefly outlines each label's history, size, and operations.
Existing Record Label Company Research
Bad Boy Records was founded in 1993 by Sean "Diddy" Combs after being fired from Uptown Records. The label promotes hip hop and rap artists such as Biggie Smalls, French Montana, and Puff Daddy. Interscope Records was founded in 1989 as a hip hop label but expanded in the mid-1990s to sign rock artists like Marilyn Manson and Limp Bizkit. Current Interscope artists include Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Madonna, and Dr. Dre. Def Jam Recordings was founded in 1983 by Rick Rubin focusing on hip hop and is now owned by Universal Music Group.
The Big 4 Presentation
- The music industry was historically dominated by a small number of major record labels, known as the "Big Six" in the 1980s, "Big Five" in the 1990s, and "Big Four" since 2004.
- The Big Four record labels that currently dominate the industry are Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI, collectively accounting for over 80% of the global music market.
- Based on research of similar alternative rock bands that were successful, Universal Music Group seems the most likely of the Big Four majors to sign my alternative rock band, as they have experience promoting this genre and related artists.
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Universal Music Group is the largest major record label, founded in 1934. It has many subsidiary labels that are home to some of the biggest artists in music. Some key subsidiaries include Def Jam Recordings, focused on urban/hip hop, and Young Money Entertainment, co-founded by Lil Wayne. EMI Music Group is another major label based in the UK with subsidiaries like Capitol Records and Virgin Records. Sony Music Entertainment holds the second largest share and was formed from mergers with labels like Columbia Records and Jive Records. It also operates subsidiary labels.
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1) 4AD is a British independent record label founded in 1980 that focuses on alternative rock, dream pop, post-punk, electronica, and indie rock. They signed underground American artists in 1992 and have had distribution deals with major labels.
2) Columbia Records is one of the major record labels owned by Sony Music Entertainment. Founded in 1887, they sign a wide variety of artists across genres including pop, rock, R&B, and indie folk like Foster the People.
3) Domino Recording Company is a UK-based independent label founded in London that has offices in Brooklyn and Germany. They focus on creativity over style and have had success with artists like Arctic Monkeys and Franz Ferdinand
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Fueled by Ramen is an American record label established in 1996 that represents artists across many genres including Paramore, Panic! At the Disco, and Fun. It promotes its artists through street teams that distribute free merchandise. Roadrunner Records, formed in 1980, is one of the largest rock and metal labels representing bands such as Nickelback, Slipknot, and Korn. It also uses street teams for promotion. Sony Music Entertainment was formed in 1991 by merging various record companies and owns the rights to many current top artists like Adele, Paul Simon, and Michael Jackson, making it one of the major record labels.
Music institutions
Warner Music Group is one of the "Big Three" global music corporations headquartered in New York City. It owns major record labels like Warner Bros Records and Atlantic Records. Universal Music Group is the largest of the "Big Three" and owns labels like Interscope Records, Island Records, and Republic Records. Sony Music Entertainment is the third largest and owns Columbia Records, RCA Records, and Syco Music. These corporations and their labels control much of the music industry but new platforms like iTunes, YouTube, and SoundCloud allow independent and unsigned artists to distribute their music without a major label.
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Universal Music is a record label founded in 1934 as Decca Records USA. It is currently owned by Vivendi and has Lucian Grainge as its CEO. Some of its subsidiary labels include Blue Note Records, known for jazz music, and A&M Octane Records, which focuses on artists for the 15-30 age range. Capitol Records is also a subsidiary founded in 1942 in Los Angeles, specializing in various genres and located in the Capitol Records Building.
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Reprise Records was formed in 1960 by Frank Sinatra to provide more artistic freedom for his recordings. It has since produced records for notable bands like Fleetwood Mac and Faith No More. Blackened Recordings was founded in 2012 by Metallica as an independent label to release their future albums and reissue past work. Their first album under the new label, Hardwired...To Self Destruct, will be released in November 2016. Sony Music Entertainment was formed in 1929 and has worked with artists such as Michael Jackson, The Kinks, and Jimi Hendrix. Warner Music Group is one of the major record labels and has produced albums for Coldplay, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Led Zeppelin.
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Island Records was founded in Jamaica and is now based in the UK, signing artists across many genres including Florence and the Machine, Mika, Mumford & Sons, and indie folk acts. In the Name Of was recently created by Lily Allen as a subsidiary of Sony focusing on new artists like Tom Odell and Cults. Atlantic Records is an American label known for blues, rock, and jazz that is now a subsidiary of Warner, having merged with Elektra Records and signing a diverse range of artists from Scars on 45 to B.O.B. to indie folk acts Birdy, Matt Corby, and Jason Mraz.
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Island Records was founded in Jamaica and is now based in the UK. It is a subsidiary of Universal Music Group and has signed artists across many genres including Florence and the Machine, Mika, Mumford & Sons, Jack Johnson, Alex Clare and Ben Howard. In the Name of is a new record label created by Lily Allen that is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment America and currently has a small roster including Tom Odell and Cults. Atlantic Records is an American label best known for blues, rock and roll and jazz that is now a subsidiary of Warner Music Group, having merged with Elektra Records in 2004. It has signed artists from Scars on 45 to B.O.B. and also works in
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Interscope Records is an American record label owned by Universal Music Group founded in 1990 that originally focused on hip-hop and urban music but expanded to include artists across many genres including industrial, rock, and Latin music. Atlantic Records is an American label known for rock, jazz, and rhythm and blues that signed influential artists like Ray Charles and saw over half its sales from digital products by 2007. EMI Records was a British label that signed global successes before being sold to Universal Music Group in 2011.
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This document discusses several major record labels and their artists. Syco Music is based in London and Los Angeles, and has exclusive rights to sign winners of The X Factor and Got Talent shows. It has had significant commercial success in the UK. Virgin Records was founded in 1972 and represented major artists like the Spice Girls. Polydor Records operates as part of Universal Music Group and has represented artists like Girls Aloud, Ellie Goulding, and Lana Del Rey. The document also notes that some indie bands, like Arctic Monkeys and Imagine Dragons, gain popularity through self-released music before signing with record labels like Domino and Interscope Records.
Hip hop record label analysis
Def Jam Recordings is a global record label operated in countries around the world, including the US, UK, and Japan. The US branch is owned by Universal Music Group as part of The Island Def Jam Music Group (IDJMG), which was formed in 1999 through the combination of Island Records and Def Jam. Barry Weiss is the current chairman and CEO of IDJMG, which is home to artists such as Mariah Carey, Rihanna, and Kanye West. The label was founded by Rick Rubin in his university dorm room in New York and later joined by Russell Simmons. Their early success came from groups like Beastie Boys and Slayer.
Hip-Hop Record Label analysis
Def Jam Recordings is a global record label operated in countries around the world, including the US, UK, and Japan. The US branch is owned by Universal Music Group as part of The Island Def Jam Music Group (IDJMG), which was formed in 1999 through the combination of Island Records and Def Jam. Barry Weiss is the current chairman and CEO of IDJMG, which is home to artists such as Mariah Carey, Rihanna, and Kanye West. The label was founded by Rick Rubin in his university dorm room in New York and later joined by Russell Simmons. Their early success came from groups like Beastie Boys and Slayer.
Institutions
The document discusses the "Big Four" major record labels in the music industry: Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI Music Publishing. It provides brief introductions to each company's history and acquisition, their headquarters locations, major music labels owned by each, and examples of popular artists signed to each label.
Universal musicpresentation
Universal Music is the largest music corporation owned by Vivendi. It operates several subsidiary record labels including Blue Note Records, known for jazz artists, A&M Octone Records appealing to teens and young adults, and Republic Records focusing on mainstream and urban music for a similar age range. Capitol Records is another subsidiary targeting a broad age range from teens to 30s. The parent companies strategically group artists across labels according to genre and target audience to better promote their music.
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Universal Island Records is a subsidiary label of the major music conglomerate Universal Music Group. It was founded in 1959 and has signed many influential artists over the past 60 years that have changed the course of music. The label started by releasing a jazz album from Jamaica and had early hits in the UK ska genre. By 2009, indie rock bands became very popular on the label, helping to establish indie rock as a prominent genre. Today, Universal Island Records is home to both mainstream artists like Elton John, Bob Marley, and Justin Bieber as well as popular indie/alternative rock acts such as Florence and the Machine, Mumford & Sons, and The Killers.
Island Records Fact File
Island Records started in 1959 in Jamaica, focusing on local artists, before relocating to the UK in 1962 where they found success and began signing British rock talent. They have since expanded into many genres like pop and hip hop, and are now owned by Universal Music Group with many subsidiaries. As a large, experienced record label, Island Records signs artists from any genre who have potential for major success, working to build their profile until achieving a large hit, as demonstrated through Drake's career trajectory.
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The four largest recording companies in the music industry are Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI. Universal Music Group is the largest and was formed in 1990, owning record labels such as Interscope Geffen A&M Records and Island Def Jam Music Group. Sony Music Entertainment was formed in 2004 through a merger between Sony Corporation of America and Bertelsmann AG and owns Columbia Records and Epic Records. Warner Music Group was originally known as Warner Bros Records and owns labels like Atlantic Records and Elektra Records. EMI is a British music company founded in 1931 and owns labels including Angel Records and Blue Note Records.
Intitutions music video
The Big Four are the four largest music companies in the industry - Universal Music Group, Sony Music Entertainment, Warner Music Group, and EMI Music Publishing. They promote music as well as other entertainment. Universal was founded in 1934 and is the largest, while Sony was formed through mergers and now owns Sony Music Entertainment. Warner Music Group was founded in 1958 and owns labels like Warner Bros Records and Electra Records. EMI Music Publishing is the fourth largest and was founded in 1931 in the UK.
Audience research analysis
The document discusses alternative rock music and related topics. It provides information on subgenres of alternative rock like Brit pop and grunge. It also discusses several influential music magazines including NME and Kerrang! which helped popularize alternative rock. Biographies are given for notable alternative rock bands like Kings of Leon, Alice in Chains, Oasis, Of Monsters and Men and Mumford & Sons. Demographics and popularity of the genre are examined.
Arctic monkeys and the music industry
Arctic Monkeys are an English indie rock band signed to Domino Records and Warner Bros Records. Domino Records distributes their music both vertically through their own distribution company, Alternative Distribution Alliance (ADA), and horizontally by expanding distribution to North America. Arctic Monkeys has released physical albums commercially available as CDs and vinyls in stores and online. They have utilized social media extensively as part of their marketing efforts, maintaining official pages on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and others. Their music can be streamed or purchased online through platforms like iTunes, Spotify, Deezer and Rdio.
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Cd covers [repaired]
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The album cover features Avril Lavigne looking directly at the camera while sitting at a piano surrounded by flowers. Her vintage dress contrasts with the blue tones of the cover, presenting her as more artistic than typical pop rock artists. The classical visuals represent the album's title despite being a rock album. The cover aims to depict Lavigne's lighthearted nature through its creative, non-conventional design.
Pop rock questionnaire
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Record labels
- 1. Island records was first founded in 1959 and owned by Chris Rockwell. The record label has specifically focused on rock and pop genres. Island records has been focused in the uk for a long period of time and only recently moved across to the us. They have worked with artists such as Bob Dylan, Bob Marley and Mcfly.
- 2. Fuelled by Ramen are a recently new record label made by John Janick in 1996, and is targeted towards the rock/grunge target audience.. The subsidiary group to warner music is based in new York and considers itself one of the leading epicentres of the Emo/Pop music movement. Bands and artist’s include Panic at the Disco, Paramore and Punchline.
- 3. Sony BMG is a music group which is a tied union between the Sony corporation and businessman Bertelsmann AG. Founded in 2004, Sony BMG has produced music from various genres and is located in New York. It has produced records for bands such as Busted.