Record Labels

What is a record label?

Record labels are companies that manufacture and distribute recorded music and promote that music. There are two kinds of record labels independent and major labels  Indie record labels are independent companies that do not have a corporate backer. Major labels are large corporations often owned by a parent company, like Sony.

 

Different record labels:

22 Records: Founded by Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine and artist manager Jordan Feldstein, 222 Records includes artists such as Rozzi Crane.

Aftermath Entertainment: This t is a record label founded in 1996 by artist, producer and entrepreneur, Dr. Dre. Throughout the years Aftermath has included artists such as Eminem, Kendrick Lamar and Jon Connor as well as 50 Cent, Busta Rhymes, and Game, among many others. Aftermath albums have earned numerous RIAA certificates of platinum or higher throughout the years.

Division1: This is a US-based record label founded by Rico Love. The label has a joint venture with Universal Music Group’s Interscope Records.

The Verve Music Group: This is home to established adult artists and a growing roster of new artists. Under the leadership of 16-time Grammy-winning producer and artist David Foster, the label has expanded its mission to include a broad array of artists—from classical crossover vocalists to progressive pop. The Verve Music Group has recently released recordings by superstars such as Rod Stewart and Andrea Bocelli.

 

Record labels indie genre:

Remixdj: This is a music label offering both original and contemporary mixes of the world’s greatest masterpieces. The label covers almost every genre and is on the look-out for fresh, vibrant new talent to sign. The label provides comprehensive collections of featured composers and original high-quality productions to listen to and download for free. Also included within each feature are original articles and music videos for visitors to enjoy. The company is managed by Tom Peters who has been involved in the Record Labels industry for many years.