2. • Sony Music is home to the most loved and commercially successful artists in the world for example Aerosmith and
AC/DC.
• Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company that has a current schedule that includes a broad
array of both local artists and international superstars. The Company boasts a vast catalogue that comprises some
of the most important recordings in history.
• Sony Music Entertainment is a solely owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.
• Chairmen & CEO = Jason Iley
• It has signed a contract deal with YouTube and has licencing accords with Apple.
3. LABELS
• Black Butter Records
Joint project between Henry Village, Joe Gossa & Sony Music Entertainment. Formed in 2010. Quickly earning its stripes as one of the most
exciting labels in the country. Launched the Careers of Rudimental, Jessie Ware, Gorgon City and Jess Glynne.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• DJ Khaled
• French Montana
• Zara Larsson
• Columbia Records
Founded in 1887, it’s the oldest Surviving brand name in pre-recorded sound and went on to release records by an array of notable singers,
instrumentalists and groups. From 1961-1990, its recordings were released outside the U.S and Canada on the CBS Records label before
adopting the Columbia name in most of the world.
Today It is a premier subsidiary label of Sony Music Entertainment. Its schedule features some of the most famous names in music history
alongside some of the finest cutting-edge artists in the world today. In the UK it is led by President Ferdy Unger- Hamilton.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• AC/DC
• Cage The Elephant
• Daft Punk
• George Ezra
• Foo Fighters
• Martin Garrix
• Calvin Harris
• Elle King
• John Legend
• Ozzy Osbourne
• Rag’n’Bone Man
• Mark Ronson
• Harry Styles
• Tyler the Creator
• Robbie Williams
4. • Insanity Records
It was founded in 2015 as a joint project between Insanity Group and Sony Music Entertainment . With an independent approach to artist development, Insanity
Records has launched the careers of artists including Craig David, Tom Grennan and Bad Sounds. It Forms part of the Insanity group of companies, which
artist management of music, tv, radio, podcast and digital influencer clients. Led by President Andy Varley.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• Tom Grennan
• Craig David
• Legacy
Multiple Grammy- winning Legacy recordings, Sony Music Entertainment’s catalogue division, produces and maintains the world’s foremost catalogue of historic
reissues, an unparalleled compendium of thousands of digitally remastered titles representing virtually every musical genre including popular, rock, jazz, blues,
folk, country, gospel, Broadway musicals, movie soundtracks, ethnic, world music, classical, comedy and more.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• Anastacia
• AC/DC
• Aerosmith
• Rick Astley
• Jeff Buckley
• Mariah Carey
• Celine Dion
• Jimi Hendrix
• Whitney Houston
• Michael Jackson
• The Jacksons
• Dolly Parton
• Elvis Presley
5. • Ministry of Sound –
It’s a global entertainment business, compromising recorded music. Over the last 10 years, the label has established an exciting schedule of
contemporary talent, successful launching the careers of acts including Eric Prydz, Example and Wretch 32.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• Sigala
• DJ Fresh
• Music For Nations
Continues its status as a legendary heavy music record label. From pioneering 80s thrash metal talent such as Metallica, Anthrax &
through to working with the most innovative alternative acts of the 90’s including Bury Tomorrow, Black Futures, and Blanket alongside an
international schedule of Andrew W.K., Amon Amarth, Killswich Engage and others.
• RCA
It is a Flagship recording label of Sony Music Entertainment encompassing RCA Records, RCA Victor, Space & Time Records and Chess Club
Records. The company has existed since 1919 and pioneered the very first 45rpm record. The label has a history littered with legendary
In the UK, the President is David Dolimore.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• Backstreet Boys
• Beyonce
• David Bowie
• Miley Cyrus
• The Chainsmokers
• G-Eazy
• Ke$ha
• Little Mix
• P!nk
• Snoop Dogg
• Britney Spears
• Meghan Trainor
• Justin Timberlake
• Zayn
• Pharrell Williams
• Shakira
6. • Relentless Records
It’s a boutique and independently minded record label providing a home for distinctive, creative talent. It has been founded on a long
of success with a ranger of diverse artists. Originally its Known for delivering massive hit singles such as Artful Dodger’s ‘Re-Rewind’.
the label is Part of Sony Music UK, and concentrating on building a small focused schedule of new exciting music.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• Professor Green
• Tom Walker
• Alan Walker
Syco Music
Syco Entertainment, Simon Cowell’s joint venture with Sony Music, is one of the world’s leading global music, television and film production
companies, responsible for some of the most successful global entertainment franchises. The music division Syco Music was named ‘Record
Company of the Year’ by Music Week. Syco’s television assets include Got Talent, The X Factor and The Greatest Dancer. Artists discovered
The X Factor have sold more than 500 Million Records worldwide, making it the most successful show in history for finding chart superstars.
The X Factor is now produced in 55 territories and airs in 178 countries around the world.
The Got Talent format officially holds the Guinness Book of World Records title for highest number of adaptations, making it the ‘World’s
Successful Reality TV Format’. Got Talent has a global reach of more than 900 Million viewers and airs in 194 territories worldwide. In
to music and TV, Syco Entertainment has also extended into feature films. Syco produced a 3D concert documentary about One Direction
entitled ‘This Is Us’. The film was No.1 movie worldwide for the opening weekend box office. Syco currently has a number of film projects In
development.
A few well known artists that have been Signed:
• Susan Boyle
• James Arthur
• Camilla Cabello
• Fifth Harmony
• Labrinth
• One Direction
7. • Since ‘93
Launched in mid-2018, this new label ‘Since’93’ is run by co-presidents, Glyn Aikins and Riki Bleau, two of the most
talented and successful executives in the UK business. The pair are set to capitalize on, and nurture a new era of
entrepreneurial artists, creating a culture focused on developing grassroots talent into future global successes.
Aikin’s career in the music industry started in 1998 when he joined Media Village PR before becoming an A&r man at
Relentless Records. His first signing was ‘Rewind’ by Artful Dodger and Craig David, going on to sign So Solid Crew,
whose ‘21 Seconds’ video was an era-defining moment that inspired a whole generation of British Artists. In 2003, he
joined Virgin Records in A&R signing Roll Deep, Lethal Bizzle, and Naughty Boy who made ‘Never Be your Woman’
featuring Wiley and the unsigned artist Emeli Sande, who Aiken signed as a solo artists in 2012. Emeli went on to sell
five million albums, winning multiple BRIT awards, Mobos and an Ivor Novello.
Riki Bleau started his career in 2002 as Head of Music and promotions at pioneering urban music tv station ‘Channel
. During his tenure the channel was crucial in introducing grime and UK rap as a scene, whilst shaping the identity
culture that many artists benefit from today. In 2007, Bleau entered into a publishing/management venture with Tim
Blacksmith & Danny D where his first signing was producer and singer/ songwriter Labrinth and he has manged
Naughty Boy since 2008. Naughty Boy introduced Riki to both Emeli Sande and another platinum superstar, Sam
both of whom he signed to the publishing venture. Both artists have achieved huge success selling several million
albums, and winning numerous Ivor Novello, BRIT, and Grammy Awards. His management roster also includes
award winning producers Mojam,
Aikins and Bleau report to David Dollimore, president of RCA Records and Ministry Of Sound.
8. SUBSIDIARIES & PARENT COMPANY
• It’s a wholly owned Subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America
• Parent company is BMG Europe
