A list of record labels and their association and music types

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Major/Large Labels & Subsidiaries

  • A&M Records: An American record label founded by Herb Alpert and Jerry Moss, known for its diverse roster of pop, rock, and R&B artists. Now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Arista Records: An American record label founded by Clive Davis, known for its success in pop, R&B, and rock. Now part of Sony Music. Wikipedia
  • Atlantic Records: A highly influential American record label, part of Warner Music Group. Known for its pivotal role in jazz, blues, R&B, rock and roll, and soul music. Wikipedia
  • Atlantic/Rhino: A combined branding, highlighting the classic catalog of Atlantic often reissued or compiled by Rhino Entertainment (a Warner Music Group subsidiary). Wikipedia / Wikipedia
  • Barclay Records: A historic French record label, now part of Universal Music Group, known for its diverse releases, including French pop and chanson. Wikipedia
  • BMG (Bertelsmann Music Group): Formerly a major global music company, its recorded music assets were largely absorbed by Sony (forming Sony BMG, later just Sony Music). The name now refers to a music rights management company. Wikipedia
  • Capitol Records: An iconic American record label, part of Universal Music Group. Famous for its distinctive Hollywood building and a roster that has included many legendary artists, particularly in pop, rock, and jazz. Wikipedia
  • CBS Records: The former name for Columbia Records when it was owned by CBS Inc. Wikipedia
  • Columbia Records: A historic and influential American record label, now part of Sony Music. Known for its extensive catalog across popular music genres, from jazz to rock and pop. Wikipedia
  • Columbia/Legacy: A sub-label of Columbia Records (Sony Music) dedicated to reissues, compilations, and archival releases from Columbia’s vast back catalog. Wikipedia
  • Def Jam Recordings: A legendary American record label, now part of Universal Music Group. Hugely influential in the development of hip-hop and R&B. Wikipedia
  • DGC Records: An American record label, a subsidiary of Geffen Records (Universal Music Group), known for alternative rock. Wikipedia
  • DreamWorks Records: A former American record label founded by Steven Spielberg, David Geffen, and Jeffrey Katzenberg. Its catalog is now largely part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Elektra Records: An American record label, now part of Warner Music Group. Historically known for its folk, rock, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • EMI: Formerly a major player in the “big four,” its recorded music division was largely acquired by Universal and Sony. Known for a diverse roster, from The Beatles to classical. Wikipedia
  • EMI Music Canada: The Canadian division of the former EMI Group, which managed Canadian releases and artists for EMI labels. Its assets are now largely distributed by Universal Music Canada and Warner Music Canada. Wikipedia
  • Epic/Legacy: A combined branding, with Epic Records (a Sony Music label) having its reissues handled by Legacy Recordings. Wikipedia / Wikipedia
  • Geffen Records: An American record label founded by David Geffen, now part of Universal Music Group. Has been home to numerous hugely successful artists across rock, pop, and alternative. Wikipedia
  • Hollywood Records: An American record label, part of The Walt Disney Company, known for its pop, rock, and soundtrack releases, often associated with Disney artists. Wikipedia
  • Island Def Jam: A former major American record label group, formed from the merger of Island Records and Def Jam Recordings. Now dissolved into individual labels under Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Island Records: A British-Jamaican record label, now part of Universal Music Group. Known for its diverse roster, including reggae, rock, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Jive Records: A prominent American record label, historically significant for its hip-hop, R&B, and pop artists. Its catalog is now largely part of Sony Music. Wikipedia
  • Koch (Records): Formerly a significant independent distributor and record label (Koch Records), it evolved into eOne Music (now MNRK Music Group). Known for a diverse range of genres including hip-hop, metal, and independent artists. Wikipedia
  • LaFace Records: An American record label founded by L.A. Reid and Babyface, known for its R&B and pop successes. Now part of Sony Music. Wikipedia
  • Legacy Recordings: The reissues and catalog division of Sony Music Entertainment, handling classic recordings from Columbia, Epic, RCA, and other Sony labels. Wikipedia
  • London Records: A historic British record label, primarily known for its classical recordings (often a UK imprint for Decca releases) and pop/rock in other territories. Its catalog is now largely part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Maverick Records: An American entertainment company founded by Madonna, known for its record label, film production, and publishing. Its music catalog is now largely handled by Warner Music Group. Wikipedia
  • MCA Records: Historically a major American record label, its assets are now largely part of Universal Music Group. Known for a diverse output across rock, pop, and R&B. Wikipedia
  • MCA Nashville: A prominent country music label under Universal Music Group Nashville, home to many celebrated country artists. Wikipedia
  • Mercury Records: An American record label, now part of Universal Music Group. Has released a wide range of genres, from jazz and classical to rock and pop. Wikipedia
  • Motown Records: An iconic American record label founded by Berry Gordy Jr., now part of Universal Music Group. Defined a generation of soul, R&B, and pop music. Wikipedia
  • Polydor Records: A British-German record label, now part of Universal Music Group. Has a long history and diverse roster, particularly strong in pop and rock. Wikipedia
  • PolyGram: Formerly a major multinational music company, its assets were acquired by Universal Music Group. Had a significant presence in classical, jazz, and popular music. Wikipedia
  • Priority Records: An American record label specializing in hip-hop and R&B, known for its significant roster of West Coast rap artists. Now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • RCA Records: A storied American record label, now part of Sony Music. Has been home to iconic artists across genres like rock and roll, pop, and country. Wikipedia
  • RCA Nashville: The country music division of RCA Records, part of Sony Music Nashville, home to numerous country stars. Wikipedia
  • RCA/Legacy: A combined branding, with RCA Records having its reissues handled by Legacy Recordings (Sony Music). Wikipedia / Wikipedia
  • RCA Victor: A prominent American record label, part of Sony Music, known for its extensive classical music catalog and its historical significance in popular music. Wikipedia
  • Republic Records: A major American record label, part of Universal Music Group, known for its mainstream pop, hip-hop, and R&B artists. Wikipedia
  • Reprise Records: Founded by Frank Sinatra, now part of Warner Music Group. Known for its diverse roster of artists, including rock legends and pop stars. Wikipedia
  • Rhino Entertainment: An American record label and production company, part of Warner Music Group. Known for its reissues, compilations, and box sets, often focusing on classic rock and pop. Wikipedia
  • Parlophone Records: A historic British record label, now part of Warner Music Group. Famous for releasing The Beatles’ early work and having a diverse pop and rock roster. Wikipedia
  • Philips Records: Historically a major Dutch record label, especially prominent in classical music, now largely part of Universal Music Group’s classical division (Decca/Deutsche Grammophon). Wikipedia
  • PolyGram: Formerly a major multinational music company, its assets were acquired by Universal Music Group. Had a significant presence in classical, jazz, and popular music. Wikipedia
  • Saregama (Saregama India Ltd.): A prominent Indian music label, one of the oldest in India, with a vast catalog of Indian classical, film, and regional music. Wikipedia
  • Sony (Sony Music Entertainment): One of the “big three” global record companies. Houses numerous labels and artists across virtually all genres, from pop and rock to classical and hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Sony BMG: A former joint venture between Sony Music Entertainment and BMG. It was later dissolved, with Sony acquiring BMG’s share. Wikipedia
  • Sony Direct: Often refers to direct-to-consumer sales or specialized catalog divisions within Sony Music. (No specific Wikipedia for a “Sony Direct” label.)
  • Sony Music Direct: Similar to Sony Direct, typically a retail or distribution arm of Sony Music. (No specific Wikipedia for a “Sony Music Direct” label.)
  • Sony Special Products: A division of Sony Music focused on custom compilations and licensing for various markets. (No specific Wikipedia link, functions as a division.)
  • Universal (Universal Music Group): Another of the “big three” global record companies. Encompasses a vast array of labels and artists, dominating the music industry with a diverse catalog. Wikipedia
  • Universal Music Canada: The Canadian division of Universal Music Group, distributing its global catalog and promoting Canadian artists. Wikipedia
  • Universal Music India: The Indian division of Universal Music Group, releasing international and local music. Wikipedia
  • Universal Motown Republic Group: A former umbrella group within Universal Music Group, housing Motown and Republic Records. Now dissolved into individual labels. Wikipedia
  • Universal Republic: A former American record label, a merger of Universal Records and Republic Records, now operating solely as Republic Records. Wikipedia
  • United Artists Records: A historic American record label, originally part of United Artists film studio, with a diverse catalog now mostly part of EMI/Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Vertigo Records: A historic British record label, now part of Universal Music Group, known for its progressive rock and hard rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Virgin Records: Founded by Richard Branson, now part of Universal Music Group. Known for its eclectic roster and embracing alternative and punk acts, as well as mainstream pop. Wikipedia
  • Virgin Classics: The classical music division of the former Virgin Records, now part of Warner Classics. Wikipedia
  • Warner (Warner Music Group): The third of the “big three.” A global music conglomerate with a rich history and a wide range of artists and genres under various imprints. Wikipedia
  • Warner Archives/Rhino: The archival division of Warner Music Group, with reissues often handled by Rhino. (No specific Wikipedia for “Warner Archives”, it’s a function).
  • Warner Bros. (Records): A prominent American record label, now part of Warner Music Group. Has released a wide range of influential albums across rock, pop, R&B, and more. Wikipedia
  • Warner Classics: The classical music division of Warner Music Group, encompassing historical labels like Erato and Teldec, along with new classical recordings. Wikipedia
  • Warner Music Canada: The Canadian division of Warner Music Group, distributing its global catalog and promoting Canadian artists. Wikipedia
  • WEA (Warner-Elektra-Atlantic): Refers to the distribution arm of Warner Music Group, encompassing releases from Warner Bros., Elektra, and Atlantic. Not a standalone artistic label. Wikipedia
  • Zee Music Company: A prominent Indian music company and film production company, known for its Bollywood soundtracks and Indian pop music. Wikipedia

Classical & World Music Focused

  • Albany Records: An American classical record label specializing in American composers and new music. Wikipedia
  • Alia Vox: A Spanish classical record label founded by Jordi Savall, known for its historically informed performances of early and baroque music. Wikipedia
  • Analekta: A Canadian independent classical record label, known for its focus on Canadian artists and composers, as well as international repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Angel Records: A classical music label, often associated with EMI Classics, known for its classical and crossover artists. Wikipedia
  • Archeophone Records: An American record label specializing in historical acoustic-era recordings. Wikipedia
  • Archiv Produktion: A classical record label owned by Deutsche Grammophon, specializing in historically informed performances of early music. Wikipedia
  • Arion (Records): A French classical and world music label. Wikipedia (French)
  • Arthaus Musik: A German record label specializing in classical music performances on DVD and Blu-ray, including opera, ballet, and concerts. Wikipedia
  • ASV Records: A British record label known for its classical music releases, particularly historical recordings and niche repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Atma Classique (ATMA): A Canadian independent record label specializing in classical music, known for its diverse repertoire and high production values. Wikipedia (French)
  • Auvidis: A former French classical and world music label, its catalog now part of Naïve Records. Wikipedia (French)
  • Avie Records: A British independent classical record label founded by former EMI Classics executives. Wikipedia
  • Bayer Records: A German classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Berlin Classics: A German classical record label originating from East Germany, now part of Edel AG. Wikipedia
  • Berlin Philharmonic (Label): The in-house record label of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, releasing their own recordings. Wikipedia (Main Orchestra page)
  • BIS Records: A Swedish record label specializing in classical music, particularly known for its extensive catalog and high-fidelity recordings. Wikipedia
  • Brilliant Classics: A Dutch record label known for its budget-priced classical music box sets and complete editions. Wikipedia
  • Carus (Records): A German classical record label specializing in sacred music and choral works. Wikipedia (Verlag is publishing house)
  • Centaur Records: An American classical record label. Wikipedia
  • Centrediscs: The record label of the Canadian Music Centre, dedicated to promoting and preserving Canadian contemporary classical music. Wikipedia
  • Challenge Classics: A Dutch classical and jazz record label known for its high-quality recordings. Wikipedia
  • Chandos Records: A British independent record label specializing in classical music, known for its wide-ranging catalog and excellent sound quality. Wikipedia
  • Channel Classics Records: A Dutch classical record label known for its audiophile-quality recordings, particularly on SACD. Wikipedia
  • Chant du Monde: A French record label with a rich history in classical, folk, and world music, especially from Eastern Europe. Wikipedia
  • Chanticleer (Records): The record label of the Grammy-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer, releasing their own recordings. Wikipedia
  • Chesky Records: An American record label known for its audiophile-quality jazz and classical recordings. Wikipedia
  • Claves Records: A Swiss classical record label. Wikipedia
  • Collegium (Records): A British record label founded by John Rutter, specializing in choral music performed by the Cambridge Singers and other choirs. Wikipedia
  • CPO (Classic Produktion Osnabrück): A German classical record label known for its extensive catalog of lesser-known classical works and complete editions. Wikipedia
  • CRD (Records): A British classical record label, known for its classical and early music recordings. Wikipedia
  • Cybele Records: A German classical record label known for its high-quality recordings, particularly of organ and contemporary music. Wikipedia (German)
  • Decca (Records): A legendary British record label, particularly renowned for its classical music catalog and pioneering recording techniques. Also had a significant pop and rock presence. Wikipedia
  • Decca Gold: A classical imprint of Universal Music Group, focusing on contemporary classical and crossover artists. Wikipedia
  • Delos (Productions): An American classical record label known for its audiophile recordings and diverse repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Delphian Records: A Scottish classical record label known for its high-quality recordings and diverse repertoire, often focusing on Scottish performers. Wikipedia
  • Denon: A Japanese electronics company that also has a classical record label, known for its high-fidelity recordings. Wikipedia
  • Deutsche Grammophon: A legendary German classical record label, part of Universal Music Group. Renowned for its prestigious artists and high-quality recordings, often considered a benchmark in classical music. Wikipedia
  • Deutsche Harmonia Mundi: A German classical record label specializing in historically informed performances of early music, now part of Sony Classical. Wikipedia
  • DGG: Often used as an abbreviation for Deutsche Grammophon. See Deutsche Grammophon.
  • Dorian (Records): An American classical record label known for its high-fidelity recordings and focus on early music and lesser-known repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Dux (Records): A Polish classical record label specializing in Polish composers and performers. Wikipedia
  • ECM (Records – Edition of Contemporary Music): A prestigious German independent record label known for its distinctive aesthetic and high-quality recordings in jazz, classical, and contemporary improvised music. Wikipedia
  • Edition Records: A British independent record label focusing on contemporary jazz and improvisation, but also expanding into other genres. Wikipedia
  • EMI Classics: The classical music division of the former EMI Group, now largely part of Warner Classics and Erato (Warner Music Group). Wikipedia
  • Empreintes Digitales: A Canadian record label specializing in electroacoustic music. Wikipedia
  • Erato (Records): A French classical record label, now part of Warner Classics, known for its diverse classical catalog. Wikipedia
  • Etcetera (Records): A Dutch classical record label known for its diverse repertoire, including contemporary and historical recordings. Wikipedia
  • Finlandia Records: A Finnish classical record label, now part of Warner Classics, known for its recordings of Finnish music and composers. Wikipedia
  • Furiant (Records): A classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Furiant Records” music label.)
  • Gimell (Records): A British record label specializing in choral music, particularly recordings by The Tallis Scholars. Wikipedia
  • GIA ChoralWorks: A publisher and record label specializing in sacred choral music and resources for church musicians. Wikipedia
  • Glossa (Music): A Spanish classical record label specializing in early music and historically informed performances. Wikipedia
  • Golden (Records): Could refer to various labels. (No single prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Golden Records” classical or music label in this context.)
  • Grand Piano (Records): A classical record label, part of the Naxos group, specializing in piano music, often featuring lesser-known repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Guild (Music): A Swiss record label known for classical and historical recordings, often focusing on operatic and vocal works. Wikipedia
  • Hänssler (Classic): A German classical record label known for its extensive catalog, including complete editions of Bach’s cantatas and other significant works. Wikipedia
  • Harmonia Mundi: A distinguished French independent record label specializing in classical and world music, particularly early music. Wikipedia
  • Harmonia Mundi France: The French parent company of Harmonia Mundi, encompassing a broad range of classical and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Helicon Records: A classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Helicon Records” music label.)
  • Hungaroton: A historic Hungarian record label known for its classical music, especially Hungarian composers and performers, as well as folk and pop. Wikipedia
  • Hyperion Records: A prestigious British independent classical record label known for its high-quality recordings and often championing lesser-known repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Institut du Monde Arabe: A cultural institution in Paris that has released recordings of Arabic music. (No specific Wikipedia link for a record label directly.)
  • Karim (Records): (Could refer to a niche classical or world music label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • King’s College (Records): The record label of the Choir of King’s College, Cambridge, releasing their own choral recordings. Wikipedia (Main College page)
  • LaserLight Digital: A budget-priced classical and jazz record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Linn Records: A British record label associated with Linn Products (audio equipment), known for its high-fidelity jazz, classical, and folk recordings. Wikipedia
  • Luminelle (Recordings): A classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Marco Polo (Records): A classical record label, part of the Naxos group, specializing in neglected romantic and early 20th-century composers. Wikipedia
  • Marquis Classics: A Canadian independent classical record label, often featuring Canadian artists. Wikipedia
  • MDG (Musikproduktion Dabringhaus und Grimm): A German classical record label known for its high-fidelity and audiophile recordings, particularly of chamber and early music. Wikipedia (German)
  • Mirare: A French classical record label known for its critically acclaimed recordings and distinctive artwork. Wikipedia
  • Monteverdi Records: A classical record label. (Could refer to various labels or specific recordings; no prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Monteverdi Records” label.)
  • MSR Classics: An American classical record label focusing on American composers and performers. Wikipedia
  • Music For Life: A record label dedicated to classical and meditative music. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Musical Heritage Society: A record club and label that released classical music recordings, often reissuing from other labels. Wikipedia
  • Musique Nomade: A Canadian organization and label dedicated to promoting and preserving Indigenous music from Canada. Wikipedia (French website)
  • Naxos (Records): A highly successful independent classical record label known for its extensive catalog of budget-priced recordings, making classical music accessible. Wikipedia
  • Navona Records: An American classical record label specializing in contemporary classical music. Wikipedia
  • Navras (Records): A British record label specializing in Indian classical music. Wikipedia
  • Nimbus Records: A British classical record label known for its early digital recordings and focus on historical performances. Wikipedia
  • Norsk Kulturråd (Arts Council Norway): A governmental body that supports arts and culture, and may release or fund recordings, but not primarily a record label. Wikipedia
  • OA2 Records: An American record label specializing in jazz and classical music, often releasing works by contemporary composers. Wikipedia
  • Oiseau-Lyre (L’Oiseau-Lyre): A historic French classical record label, particularly known for its early music recordings. Now part of Decca. Wikipedia
  • Ondine (Records): A Finnish classical record label known for its high-quality recordings, particularly of Nordic and contemporary classical music. Wikipedia
  • Opus 111: A French classical record label specializing in early music, now part of Naïve Records. Wikipedia
  • Opus Arte: A British record label specializing in classical music performances on DVD and Blu-ray, particularly opera and ballet. Wikipedia
  • Orfeo (Records): A German classical record label known for its live recordings from major opera houses and festivals. Wikipedia
  • Onyx (Classics): A British classical record label, often featuring established artists and a diverse repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Pentatone: A Dutch classical record label known for its high-resolution, multi-channel (SACD) recordings, often featuring prominent artists. Wikipedia
  • Piano Classics: A classical record label, part of the Divine Art Recordings Group, specializing in piano music. Wikipedia
  • Praga Digitals: A Czech classical record label known for its high-quality chamber music and orchestral recordings. Wikipedia
  • Pro Arte Records: An American classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Profil (Hänssler): A German classical record label, often releasing recordings from radio archives, related to Hänssler Classic. Wikipedia
  • Pytheas Recordings: A classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Resonus Classics: A British classical record label known for its high-quality recordings of a diverse repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Rondeau Production: A German classical record label, particularly known for choral and organ music. Wikipedia (German)
  • Saga (Classics): A classical record label, sometimes associated with historical recordings and lesser-known repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Silva Screen Records: A British record label specializing in film scores and soundtrack recordings. Wikipedia
  • Silva Classics: A classical music imprint of Silva Screen Records. (No separate Wikipedia link, part of Silva Screen).
  • Soli Deo Gloria: A classical record label founded by John Eliot Gardiner, dedicated to recording his performances with the Monteverdi Choir and Orchestra. Wikipedia
  • Sono Luminus: An American classical record label known for its high-resolution audio recordings. Wikipedia
  • Sony Classical Records: The classical music division of Sony Music Entertainment, housing a vast catalog of classical recordings. Wikipedia
  • Sorel Classics: A record label founded by the Sorel Organization, promoting women in music. (No specific Wikipedia link found.)
  • SPV GmbH: A German independent record label and distributor, which has released classical as well as rock/metal. Wikipedia
  • Steinway & Sons (Record Label): The in-house record label of the piano manufacturer, releasing recordings by Steinway Artists. Wikipedia (main company page)
  • Supraphon: A major Czech record label, renowned for its extensive catalog of Czech and Slovak classical music, as well as jazz and folk. Wikipedia
  • Tacca (TACCA): A classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Tacca” music label.)
  • Tafelmusik (Records): The in-house record label of the Tafelmusik Baroque Orchestra, releasing their own historically informed performances. Wikipedia (Main orchestra page)
  • Telarc: An American record label, primarily known for its high-fidelity classical and jazz recordings. Wikipedia
  • Teldec (Classics): A historic German record label, primarily known for its classical music, particularly its pioneering work in early music. Its catalog is now largely part of Warner Classics. Wikipedia
  • Thorofon: A German classical record label. Wikipedia (German)
  • Toccata Classics: A British classical record label specializing in unfamiliar and neglected repertoire. Wikipedia
  • Toccata (Records): (Could be the same as Toccata Classics, or another niche label).
  • Varese Sarabande (Varèse Sarabande): An American record label specializing in film scores, soundtracks, and musical theatre recordings. Wikipedia
  • Varese Vintage: A sub-label of Varèse Sarabande, often focused on reissues of vintage film scores and soundtracks. (No separate Wikipedia link).
  • Vivat Records: A classical record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Voces8 (Label): The in-house record label of the vocal ensemble VOCES8. Wikipedia
  • Vox Records: A classical record label, part of the Naxos group, known for its extensive historical and contemporary classical catalog. Wikipedia
  • Water Lily Acoustics: An American audiophile record label known for its high-quality classical and world music recordings. Wikipedia
  • Windham Hill Records: An American record label known for its instrumental music, particularly new age, jazz, and folk. Wikipedia
  • Windham Hill Jazz: A jazz imprint of Windham Hill Records. (No separate Wikipedia link).
  • World Music Network: A British record label and publisher focused on world music, known for its Rough Guides series. Wikipedia
  • World Village (Records): A world music label, part of Harmonia Mundi. Wikipedia
  • Zamboo (Music): (Could refer to a niche classical or world music label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Zig Zag Territoires: A French classical record label, specializing in historically informed performances. Wikipedia (French)
  • 2L (Records): A Norwegian record label known for its high-resolution audio recordings of classical music, especially Nordic compositions. Wikipedia

Jazz & Blues Focused

  • Avenue Jazz: A jazz imprint of Avenue Records. (No specific Wikipedia link found for a prominent “Avenue Jazz” label).
  • Blue Note Records: A highly influential American jazz record label, now part of Universal Music Group. Known for its iconic album covers and a roster of groundbreaking jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • Blue Mist (Records): (Could refer to a niche blues or jazz label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Blue Thumb Records: An American record label primarily known for its blues, jazz, and rock releases in the late 1960s and 1970s. Wikipedia
  • Bluebird (Records): A historic American record label, a subsidiary of RCA, primarily known for its jazz and blues recordings. Wikipedia
  • Bluebird/Legacy: A combined branding for reissues from the Bluebird catalog handled by Legacy Recordings (Sony Music). (No separate Wikipedia link).
  • Blues (Generic): Refers to labels dedicated to the blues genre. (No specific Wikipedia link as it’s a genre description).
  • Blues Images: A record label specializing in historical blues reissues, often accompanied by art. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Bluesville (Records): A subsidiary of Prestige Records, specializing in blues recordings. Wikipedia
  • Candid Records: A jazz and blues record label. Wikipedia
  • Capitol Jazz: A jazz imprint of Capitol Records, known for its historical jazz catalog. Wikipedia (Section on Capitol Records page)
  • Cellar Live: A Canadian jazz record label, often associated with the Cellar Jazz Club in Vancouver, known for live recordings and supporting Canadian jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • Charly (Records): A British record label known for its reissues of jazz, blues, R&B, and rock and roll, often focusing on rare and obscure recordings. Wikipedia
  • Chess Records: A highly influential American record label based in Chicago, pivotal in the development of blues, R&B, rock and roll, and soul music. Wikipedia
  • Concord (Music Group): A prominent American record company with a strong focus on jazz, but also encompassing a wide range of other genres through various imprints. Wikipedia
  • Concord Jazz: The dedicated jazz imprint of Concord Music Group, known for its extensive catalog of contemporary and classic jazz. Wikipedia
  • Concord Picante: A sub-label of Concord Jazz, focusing on Latin jazz. (No separate Wikipedia link, part of Concord Jazz).
  • Contemporary Records: A historic American jazz record label known for its West Coast jazz recordings. Now part of Concord Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Dot Time Records: A jazz record label focusing on new recordings and reissues. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Dreyfus (Jazz): A French record label specializing in jazz, founded by Francis Dreyfus. Wikipedia
  • Electro-Fi Records: A Canadian record label specializing in blues music. Wikipedia
  • Emarcy (Records): A jazz record label, part of Universal Music Group, often featuring contemporary and vocal jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • Fantasy Records: A historic American record label, part of Concord Music Group, known for its jazz, blues, and rock releases. Wikipedia
  • Fresh Sound (Records): A Spanish record label known for its extensive reissues of historical jazz recordings. Wikipedia
  • Gitanes Jazz: A jazz imprint of Universal Music France, focusing on French jazz artists and international releases. (No specific Wikipedia link found, often part of Universal Jazz France).
  • Greenleaf Music: A jazz record label founded by trumpeter Dave Douglas, focusing on contemporary jazz. Wikipedia
  • GRP Records: An American record label, part of Universal Music Group, known for its contemporary jazz, fusion, and smooth jazz releases. Wikipedia
  • High Note Records: An American jazz record label, often associated with veteran jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • High Tone (Records): An American record label specializing in blues, country, and roots music. Wikipedia
  • Impulse! (Records): A legendary American jazz record label, part of Universal Music Group, renowned for its avant-garde and spiritual jazz recordings. Wikipedia
  • Jazz Classics: A generic term for labels that release classic jazz recordings. (No specific Wikipedia link for a label called “Jazz Classics”).
  • Jazz from Rant: (Likely a niche or self-released jazz label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Jazz Inspiration: A jazz record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Jazz Inspiration” label.)
  • Jazz Village: A French jazz record label, part of Harmonia Mundi. Wikipedia
  • Justin Time Records: A Canadian independent record label with a strong focus on jazz and blues, also releasing some folk and world music. Wikipedia
  • Lone Hill Jazz: A Spanish record label specializing in jazz reissues. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Mack Avenue Records: An American independent jazz record label. Wikipedia
  • Manhattan Records: An American record label, historically known for its jazz and pop releases, often associated with EMI. Wikipedia
  • Maximum Jazz: A jazz record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Metro Blue: A jazz imprint of Capitol Records/Blue Note, focusing on vocal and smooth jazz. (No separate Wikipedia link, part of Capitol Jazz).
  • Motema Music: An American independent record label focusing on jazz, world music, and soul. Wikipedia
  • Mosaic Records (Jazz): An American record label specializing in limited-edition box sets of jazz recordings, often complete works of specific artists. Wikipedia
  • Naxos Jazz: The jazz imprint of Naxos Records, offering a wide range of jazz genres, often at budget prices. Wikipedia
  • Narada Jazz: The jazz imprint of Narada Productions, known for smooth jazz and world fusion. (No separate Wikipedia link, part of Narada).
  • Native Language Music: An American record label specializing in jazz, particularly contemporary and smooth jazz. Wikipedia
  • Novus Records: A jazz record label, historically associated with RCA, focusing on contemporary and modern jazz. Wikipedia
  • Okeh Records: A historic American record label, primarily known for its blues and jazz recordings in the early 20th century. Now part of Sony Music. Wikipedia
  • Original Jazz Classics: A series of jazz reissues from Concord Music Group, drawing from various labels like Prestige, Riverside, and Fantasy. Wikipedia
  • Origin (Records / Arts): An American independent jazz record label based in Seattle, known for its diverse roster of contemporary jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • Outside In Music: An American independent record label focusing on contemporary jazz. Wikipedia
  • Pablo Records: A jazz record label founded by Norman Granz, known for its extensive catalog of jazz legends. Now part of Concord Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Palmetto Records: An American independent jazz record label. Wikipedia
  • Prestige Records: A highly influential American jazz record label, particularly known for its hard bop and soul jazz recordings. Now part of Concord Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Riverside Records: A historic American jazz record label known for its bop and post-bop recordings. Now part of Concord Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Sackville Records: A Canadian jazz record label known for its traditional jazz and stride piano recordings. Wikipedia
  • Savoy Jazz: A jazz record label, known for its bebop and hard bop recordings. Now part of Concord Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Smoke Sessions Records: A jazz record label, often associated with live recordings from the Smoke Jazz & Supper Club in NYC. Wikipedia
  • Smokey Joe Music: A jazz and blues record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Sonic Jazz: (Likely a generic term for jazz music, not a specific label name. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Starr-Gennett Foundation: A non-profit dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Gennett Records label, a pioneering record company known for early jazz, blues, and country recordings. Wikipedia
  • Stax Records: An iconic American record label based in Memphis, pivotal in the development of soul music and Southern soul, also releasing blues and R&B. Wikipedia
  • Sunnyside Records: An American independent jazz record label. Wikipedia
  • Summit Records: An American record label specializing in classical and jazz music. Wikipedia
  • Time Life (Music): A large American direct-marketing company that produces and distributes music and video collections, often focusing on compilations of various genres and eras. Wikipedia
  • Timeless Records: A Dutch jazz record label known for its releases of both established and lesser-known jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • TRU THOUGHTS (Tru Thoughts): A British independent record label known for its funk, soul, jazz, and electronic music releases. Wikipedia
  • Ubiquity Records: An American independent record label known for its funk, soul, jazz, and electronic music releases. Wikipedia
  • Verve Forecast Records: A contemporary jazz and folk-oriented imprint of Verve Records. (No separate Wikipedia link).
  • Verve Records: A legendary American jazz record label, now part of Universal Music Group. Has an iconic catalog of jazz legends. Wikipedia
  • Whirlwind Recordings: A British independent record label specializing in contemporary jazz and improvised music. Wikipedia
  • Yazoo Records: An American record label specializing in reissues of early American blues, jazz, and folk music. Wikipedia

Independent & Niche Labels

  • AAM (Music): (Could refer to a few smaller labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “AAM Music” label.)
  • Aakuluk Music: A Canadian record label focused on Inuit artists and music from Nunavut. Wikipedia
  • ABC (Classics): Likely refers to ABC Classics, an Australian classical music label. Wikipedia
  • ABKCO Records: An American independent record label and music publishing company, known for owning the rights to the Rolling Stones’ early catalog and other iconic artists. Wikipedia
  • Ace Records (UK): A British independent record label known for its reissues of R&B, soul, rock and roll, and jazz. Wikipedia
  • Acrobat (Music): An independent record label, often for reissues or niche genres. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Acrobat Music” label).
  • Act (Records): A German jazz and world music label. Wikipedia
  • Actpa: (Likely a niche or defunct label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Addotime (Records): (Could be a very niche or local label, not widely recognized. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Aftermath Entertainment: An American record label founded by Dr. Dre, known primarily for hip-hop music. Wikipedia
  • Alcazaba Records: (Likely a niche or international label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Alert Music: A Canadian independent record label, known for its folk, blues, and jazz artists. Wikipedia
  • Almus Jazz: (Likely a niche jazz label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Al Sur: A French record label specializing in world music and folk. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Alternative Tentacles: An American independent record label founded by Jello Biafra (Dead Kennedys), known for its punk rock and alternative releases. Wikipedia
  • Amplitud (Records): (Could refer to a niche electronic or experimental label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Ancalagon Records: A record label often associated with metal music. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Analog Africa: A German record label specializing in reissues of rare funk, soul, and psychedelic music from Africa and Latin America. Wikipedia
  • Anthology of Canadian Music: A historical recording project and series by the Canadian Music Centre. (No specific Wikipedia link for a label by this exact name).
  • Anthem Records: A Canadian independent record label, historically known for its rock artists, including Rush. Wikipedia
  • Anti- (Records): An American independent record label, a sister label to Epitaph, known for its eclectic roster of artists, often in alternative, folk, and roots genres. Wikipedia
  • Antifragile Music: An independent record label. Wikipedia
  • APM Music: A global production music library, providing music for various media. (Not primarily a commercial record label releasing artist albums). Wikipedia
  • Aporia Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in indie rock and alternative music. Wikipedia
  • Aquarius Records: A historic Canadian independent record label known for its rock and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Arbutus Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Montreal, known for its indie pop and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Arc Music (Records): A record label specializing in traditional music from around the world. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a music label named “Arc Music”).
  • Arcana (Record Label): A classical and early music record label. Wikipedia
  • Argo Records: A historic British record label, originally specializing in folk and spoken word, then classical. Now part of Decca. Wikipedia
  • Ariola Records: A German record label, now part of Sony Music, known for pop and schlager music. Wikipedia
  • Art of Life Records: An American independent record label specializing in jazz. Wikipedia
  • ArtistShare: An American record label and crowdfunding platform that allows artists to fund and release projects directly to fans. Wikipedia
  • Artiface (Artifice Records): (Could be a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found for “Artiface” or “Artifice Records” in a general context.)
  • Arts & Crafts Productions: A prominent Canadian independent record label known for its roster of indie rock, indie pop, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Artemis Records: A former American independent record label specializing in rock, alternative, and blues. Wikipedia
  • Asthmatic Kitty Records: An American independent record label co-founded by Sufjan Stevens, known for indie folk and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Astralwerks: An American record label, part of Universal Music Group, known for its electronic music, dance, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • ATO Records: An American independent record label co-founded by Dave Matthews, known for its diverse roster of rock, folk, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Attic Records: A historic Canadian independent record label, known for its releases across rock, pop, and country. Wikipedia
  • Audiogram: A prominent Canadian independent record label, particularly strong in Quebec, known for its Francophone and Anglophone artists across various genres. Wikipedia
  • Avex Group: A major Japanese entertainment conglomerate that includes a prominent record label, known for its J-pop, J-rock, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • AWAL: A global music distribution and artist services company, providing tools for independent artists and labels. Wikipedia
  • Awesome (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Azavonde: (Likely a niche or international label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Baby Rock Records: A record label specializing in children’s music, often lullaby versions of popular songs. (Could be related to Rockabye Baby!).
  • Bad Boy Records: An American record label founded by Sean “Diddy” Combs, highly influential in hip-hop and R&B. Now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Bak 2 Bak Records: (Likely a niche independent hip-hop or R&B label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Balanced Records: A record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Barbarian Records: (Likely a niche metal or punk label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Barsuk Records: An American independent record label known for its indie rock and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Battle Axe Records: An American independent record label, often associated with hip-hop and rap. Wikipedia
  • BBC Music: The music division of the British Broadcasting Corporation, often refers to various BBC-branded releases, including magazines and compilations. (Not a standalone record label in the traditional sense). Wikipedia
  • BBC Music Magazine: A magazine that often includes classical music CDs. (Not a record label). Wikipedia
  • BBE Music: A British independent record label known for its funk, soul, disco, jazz, and electronic releases. Wikipedia
  • Beat Factory: A Canadian hip-hop record label. Wikipedia
  • Because Music: A French independent record label known for its indie, electronic, and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Beechwood (Records): (Could refer to a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Beggars Banquet Records: A British independent record label known for its influential roster of post-punk, alternative, and indie artists. Wikipedia
  • Bella Union: A British independent record label founded by members of Cocteau Twins, known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Bent River Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in folk, roots, and Indigenous music. Wikipedia
  • Big Beat Records: An American record label specializing in electronic dance music, hip-hop, and R&B. Now part of Warner Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Big Loud Records: An American independent record label specializing in country music. Wikipedia
  • Big Machine Records: A highly successful American independent record label specializing in country music, famous for launching Taylor Swift’s career. Wikipedia
  • Big Star (Records): (Could refer to the band or a niche label. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Big Star Records” label.)
  • Birthday Cake Records: A Canadian independent record label. Wikipedia
  • Black Box Music: A Canadian independent record label specializing in indie rock and pop. Wikipedia
  • Black Hen Music: A Canadian independent record label specializing in roots, folk, and Americana music. Wikipedia
  • Blacksmith (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Blood and Fire (Records): A British independent record label specializing in reggae and dub reissues. Wikipedia
  • Bloodshot Records: An American independent record label specializing in alt-country, Americana, and roots rock. Wikipedia
  • Bomba Records: (Could refer to a niche international or electronic label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Bombay Connection: A Dutch record label specializing in Indian funk and psychedelic music reissues. Wikipedia
  • Bongo Beat: A Canadian independent record label known for indie rock and pop. Wikipedia
  • Bonsound: A Canadian independent music company that includes a record label, artist management, and touring, known for its diverse roster of indie, folk, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Boomp3: (Likely an old MP3 download site or very niche. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Borealis Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in traditional and contemporary Canadian folk music. Wikipedia
  • Brav (Bravo Records): Could refer to a few smaller labels. Bravo Records (US) was a budget label. (No prominent Wikipedia link for “Brav”). Wikipedia
  • Brainfeeder: An American independent record label founded by Flying Lotus, known for its experimental electronic, hip-hop, and jazz releases. Wikipedia
  • Bridge Records: An American record label specializing in classical and contemporary classical music. Wikipedia
  • Broken Bow Records: An American independent record label specializing in country music. Wikipedia
  • Brownswood (Recordings): A British independent record label founded by DJ Gilles Peterson, known for its jazz, soul, and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Brushfire Records: An American record label founded by Jack Johnson, specializing in folk, acoustic, and alternative rock. Wikipedia
  • Buddha Records: A historic American record label, known for its pop, rock, and bubblegum pop hits. Its catalog is now part of Sony Music. Wikipedia
  • Buffalo Jump: A Canadian independent record label, often associated with folk and roots music. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Bumstead (Productions): A Canadian independent music company that includes a record label, artist management, and publishing. Wikipedia
  • Burger Records: A former American independent record label known for its garage rock and lo-fi releases. Wikipedia
  • Burning Fire Records: (Likely a niche metal or rock label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Busted Flat Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in roots and folk music. Wikipedia
  • Buzz (Records): A Canadian independent record label (different from the British jazz label). Wikipedia
  • BYO (Better Youth Organization): An American independent punk rock record label founded by Shawn Stern and Mark Stern (Youth Brigade). Wikipedia
  • Cameron House (Records): The in-house label of The Cameron House, a famous Toronto music venue, releasing recordings by artists who play there. Wikipedia
  • Capriccio (Record Label): A classical record label. Wikipedia
  • Captured Tracks: An American independent record label known for its indie pop, dream pop, and lo-fi artists. Wikipedia
  • Caracol Productions: A Canadian record label, often associated with Quebecois music. Wikipedia (French)
  • Caroline Records: An American independent record label and distributor, now part of Universal Music Group, known for its alternative and indie rock releases. Wikipedia
  • Carpark Records: An American independent record label known for its indie pop, electronic, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Cascada (Band/Label): Refers to the German dance music group, not typically a record label. (No Wikipedia for a “Cascada” record label).
  • Cash Money Records: A highly influential American record label specializing in hip-hop, founded by brothers Bryan “Birdman” Williams and Ronald “Slim” Williams. Wikipedia
  • CBC Music: The music arm of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, often associated with digital platforms and curated content. (No specific Wikipedia for a “CBC Music” record label).
  • CBC (Records): The record label of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, known for releasing recordings by Canadian artists, often classical, jazz, and folk. Wikipedia
  • CBC Kids: The children’s content division of the CBC, which may release music for kids. (Not a distinct record label in the traditional sense).
  • Cellar Door Records: (Likely a niche or defunct label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Century Media Records: A German-American record label specializing in heavy metal music. Wikipedia
  • Chay (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Chromatic Audio: (Likely a niche electronic or experimental label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Chivi Chivi: A Canadian independent record label known for its folk, indie pop, and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • Chronograph Records: A Canadian independent jazz record label, often associated with the Calgary jazz scene. Wikipedia
  • City Slang: A German independent record label known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Clarion Records: An American record label specializing in classical and organ music. Wikipedia
  • Classics (Records): A French record label known for its extensive jazz reissues, particularly complete discographies. Wikipedia
  • Cleopatra Records: An American independent record label known for its diverse releases in gothic, industrial, psychedelic rock, and reissues. Wikipedia
  • Coax Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in jazz and improvised music. Wikipedia
  • Código Music: A Latin music distribution company. (No prominent Wikipedia link for a “Código Music” record label.)
  • Cold Chillin’ Records: A historic American hip-hop record label, known for its influential releases in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Wikipedia
  • Cold Snap Records: (Likely a niche punk or hardcore label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Collection QB: (Likely a niche Canadian/Quebecois label or collection. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Collector (Records): Could refer to various labels focused on reissues. (No single prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Collectors’ Choice (Music): A record label known for reissuing classic pop, rock, and country albums. Wikipedia
  • Communion Music: A British independent record label and artist collective founded by Mumford & Sons’ Ben Lovett. Wikipedia
  • Compass Records: An American independent record label specializing in folk, Americana, Celtic, and acoustic music. Wikipedia
  • Conifer Records: A British record label, primarily known for classical music, often budget releases. (No specific Wikipedia link found, often part of BMG).
  • Constellation Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Montreal, known for its experimental, post-rock, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Cooking Vinyl: A British independent record label known for its diverse roster of rock, alternative, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Cordova Bay Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in rock, pop, and blues. Wikipedia
  • Cornerstone (Records): (Could refer to various labels, but often associated with independent hip-hop or jazz. No single prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Costume (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Cotillion Records: An American record label, a subsidiary of Atlantic Records, known for its soul, R&B, and rock releases. Wikipedia
  • Counter Records: An electronic music imprint of Ninja Tune. Wikipedia
  • CP Entertainment: (Could refer to various entertainment companies. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a “CP Entertainment” record label.)
  • Crammed Discs: A Belgian independent record label known for its eclectic releases across world music, electronic, and experimental genres. Wikipedia
  • Crystal Math Music: A Canadian independent record label known for its electronic and indie artists. Wikipedia
  • CTO Della Donna: (Likely a very niche or artist-specific label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Cult Nation: A Canadian music company that includes a record label, publishing, and artist management, focusing on indie artists. Wikipedia
  • Culvert Music: A Canadian independent record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Cumbancha: An American independent record label specializing in world music, focusing on artists from diverse cultures. Wikipedia
  • Curb Records: A prominent American independent record label with a strong focus on country music, as well as pop and rock. Wikipedia
  • Curv (Curve Records): (Could refer to a niche electronic or dance label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Cypress Choral: (Likely a niche choral music label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Dame Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Dangerbird Records: An American independent record label known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Dapton (Daptone Records): An American independent record label specializing in funk, soul, and R&B, known for its authentic, vintage sound. Wikipedia
  • Darktos: (Likely a niche metal or dark ambient label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Dare to Care Records: A Canadian independent record label, particularly active in Quebec, known for its indie rock and punk artists. Wikipedia
  • Dash Records: (Likely a niche R&B or funk label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • DB Productions: A Swedish independent classical and contemporary music label. Wikipedia
  • Dead Daisy (Records): Could refer to a rock band. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Dead Daisy Records” label.)
  • Dead Oceans: An American independent record label, part of the Secretly Group, known for its critically acclaimed indie rock, folk, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Death Defying Records: (Likely a niche metal or punk label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Death Row Records: A highly influential American record label specializing in gangsta rap and West Coast hip-hop. Its catalog is now largely owned by MNRK Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Debutante Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Deckdisc: A Brazilian independent record label known for its rock and pop artists. Wikipedia (Portuguese)
  • Desi Rock Entertainment: An entertainment company often involved in Indian music with rock influences. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a specific record label.)
  • Desperation Records: (Likely a niche punk or indie label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • DFAD (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Diamond Range: (Likely a niche country or independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Digital (Mudhut Digital): Refers to Mudhut Digital, a label focusing on reggae and dub. (No separate Wikipedia link, part of Mudhut).
  • Disco:wax: A Danish record label specializing in dance and electronic music. Wikipedia
  • Discograph: A French independent record label and distributor, known for its diverse catalog including jazz, electronic, and rock. Wikipedia (French)
  • Distort (Records): A Canadian independent record label specializing in punk and hardcore. Wikipedia
  • Diva Sound Records: (Likely a niche independent label, perhaps R&B or dance. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Do Right (Music): A Canadian independent record label specializing in soul, funk, and jazz. Wikipedia
  • Dog My Cat: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Dominion (Records): (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Dominion Records” music label.)
  • Domino (Recording Company): A highly respected British independent record label known for its distinctive artwork and roster of alternative rock, dream pop, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Doomtree: An American independent hip-hop collective and record label based in Minneapolis. Wikipedia
  • Down Town (Downtown Records): An American independent record label known for its indie rock, electronic, and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Drag City: An American independent record label based in Chicago, known for its eclectic roster of indie rock, folk, and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • Dreaming Out Loud: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Dreamville Records: An American record label founded by J. Cole, specializing in hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Drumhop (Records): (Likely a niche electronic or hip-hop label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Duchesse (Records): (Could be a niche classical or historical label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Duke Street Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its rock and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Dualtone Records: An American independent record label known for its Americana, folk, and indie rock artists. Wikipedia
  • DV More: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Earache Records: A British independent record label specializing in extreme metal genres. Wikipedia
  • Earsay (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Earthbeat (Records): An American record label specializing in world music. Wikipedia
  • Earthscape Records: (Likely a niche electronic or ambient label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Earthsongs (Records): A publisher and record label specializing in choral music. Wikipedia
  • East Side Digital: An American independent record label known for its progressive rock, experimental, and avant-garde releases. Wikipedia
  • East West Records: An American record label, a subsidiary of Warner Music Group, known for its R&B, hip-hop, and pop releases. Wikipedia
  • Effendi Records: A Canadian independent jazz record label based in Montreal. Wikipedia
  • eOne Music (Entertainment One Music): A major independent music and entertainment company, with a diverse roster across various genres. Wikipedia
  • Eclectra (Records): (Likely a niche electronic or eclectic music label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Eleven Seven Music: An American independent record label specializing in rock and metal. Wikipedia
  • Ellipsis Arts: An American record label specializing in world music and cultural compilations. Wikipedia
  • Emperor Norton Records: An American independent record label specializing in electronic music, lounge, and indie pop. Wikipedia
  • Empire (Distribution): An American music distribution company and record label, primarily focused on hip-hop and R&B. Wikipedia
  • Emporio (Records): (Could refer to a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Endearing Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Entertainment One: See eOne Music.
  • EPM Music: An electronic music label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Eros International: An Indian film production and distribution company, which includes a music division for Bollywood soundtracks. Wikipedia
  • ESL Music: An American independent record label co-founded by Thievery Corporation, known for its electronic, lounge, and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Essential Records (Christian): A prominent American Christian music record label. Wikipedia
  • Evil Evil (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Xo Records: A Canadian record label founded by The Weeknd, specializing in R&B and hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Xtra Mile Recordings: A British independent record label specializing in folk-punk, rock, and alternative. Wikipedia
  • XL Recordings: A highly influential British independent record label known for its diverse and often genre-bending electronic, indie, and alternative releases. Wikipedia
  • Fania Records: A highly influential American record label specializing in salsa and Latin music, particularly in the 1960s and 70s. Wikipedia
  • Fat Beat (Fat Beats): An American independent record label and record store specializing in hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Fat Possum Records: An American independent record label known for its blues, garage rock, and indie rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Fat Wreck Chords: An American independent punk rock record label founded by Fat Mike (NOFX). Wikipedia
  • Fearless Records: An American independent record label specializing in rock, punk, and metalcore. Wikipedia
  • Fiction Records: A British record label, primarily known for being the home of The Cure. Now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • File Under: Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • FIWI (Records): (Likely a niche or international label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Five Stone (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Flemish Eye: A Canadian independent record label based in Calgary, known for its indie rock and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • Fleurs de Lys: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • FMLY (FMLY Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Folkways (Records): See Smithsonian Folkways.
  • Fontana North: A Canadian music distributor for independent labels. Wikipedia
  • Fontana (Distribution): A major music distributor for independent labels, part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Forward Music Group: A Canadian independent music company that includes a record label, publishing, and management, focusing on folk, indie, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Fox Music: The music division of 20th Century Fox, responsible for film soundtracks. Wikipedia
  • Fox Fuse: A leading digital distributor for Caribbean music. Wikipedia
  • Fremaux & Ass. (Frémeaux & Associés): A French independent record label known for its extensive catalog of historical recordings, spoken word, jazz, blues, and world music. Wikipedia
  • Frontside Records: (Likely a niche punk or hardcore label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Fueled by Ramen: An American record label, part of Warner Music Group, known for its emo, pop-punk, and alternative rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Full Time Hobby: A British independent record label known for its indie pop, folk, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Fuzzy Logic (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • G-7 Welcoming Committee (Records): A Canadian independent record label known for its politically charged punk and folk-punk artists. Wikipedia
  • GBG (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Ghostly International: An American independent record label known for its electronic, indie, and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • Giant Records: An American record label founded by Irving Azoff, formerly part of Warner Music Group. (No dedicated Wikipedia page, but covered within Irving Azoff’s page.)
  • Glassnote Records: An American independent record label known for its successful indie pop and indie rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Glitterbeat Records: A German record label specializing in contemporary global music. Wikipedia
  • Globe (Records): (Could refer to various labels. No single prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Globe Records” music label.)
  • Gothic (Records): A classical record label specializing in organ and choral music. Wikipedia
  • Gottdiscs: (Likely a niche electronic or experimental label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Gospel Celebrate: (Likely a niche gospel music label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Grand (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Greensleeves Records: A British record label specializing in reggae and dancehall music. Wikipedia
  • Grouse (Productions): A Canadian music production company that may also release records. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Grosse Boite: A Canadian independent record label based in Montreal, known for its indie rock and electronic artists. Wikipedia (French)
  • GRT (Records): A former American record label and tape manufacturer. Wikipedia
  • GSX (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Hand Drawn Dracula: A Canadian independent record label based in Toronto, known for its indie rock and shoegaze artists. Wikipedia
  • Hand’Solo Records: A Canadian independent hip-hop record label. Wikipedia
  • Hannibal Records: An American independent record label, a subsidiary of Rykodisc, known for folk, world, and alternative releases. Wikipedia
  • Hardly Art: An American independent record label, a subsidiary of Sub Pop, known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Hardwood Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in folk and roots music. Wikipedia
  • Harvest Records: A British record label, a subsidiary of EMI, known for its progressive rock and psychedelic acts. Wikipedia
  • Heads Up (International): An American record label, part of Concord Music Group, known for its smooth jazz, contemporary jazz, and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Hear Music: A record label and coffeehouse chain, a partnership between Starbucks and Concord Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Heart Beat (Records): (Could be a generic term or a niche label. No prominent Wikipedia link for a general “Heart Beat Records” music label.)
  • Heartbeat Records (Reggae): A reggae record label, often associated with Rounder Records, specializing in Jamaican music. Wikipedia
  • Heavenly Recordings: A British independent record label known for its indie rock, psychedelic, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Hed Kandi: A British record label and music brand specializing in house music and dance compilations. Wikipedia
  • Helena (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Hellcat Records: An American independent record label founded by Rancid’s Tim Armstrong, specializing in punk rock and ska punk. Wikipedia
  • Hidden Beach Records: An American independent record label specializing in R&B, soul, and jazz. Wikipedia
  • Hidden Pony Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and pop artists. Wikipedia
  • Hightone Records: An American independent record label specializing in roots music, including blues, country, and rockabilly. Wikipedia
  • Hip-O (Records): A Universal Music Group imprint specializing in reissues and compilations, often focusing on classic R&B, soul, and rock. Wikipedia
  • Hip-O/Deram: A combined branding for reissues from Hip-O, often including material originally on the Deram Records label. Wikipedia / Wikipedia
  • Hip-O Select: A specialized, often limited-edition, imprint of Hip-O Records focusing on in-depth reissues and box sets. Wikipedia
  • Hitmakerz (Hitmakerz Music Group): (Likely a niche independent hip-hop or R&B label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Home (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Howe (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Howling Turtle: A Canadian independent record label specializing in indie rock and folk. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • HW&W Recordings: A Canadian independent record label known for its electronic music, hip-hop, and R&B artists. Wikipedia
  • Hypnotic Records: An American record label specializing in electronic music. Wikipedia
  • I.R.S. Records: An American independent record label, known for its new wave, alternative rock, and punk releases in the 1980s. Wikipedia
  • Idee Fixe Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in experimental and alternative music. Wikipedia
  • Indica Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Montreal, known for its indie rock, pop, and folk artists. Wikipedia
  • Indigo Records: (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Indigo Records” music label.)
  • Innerstate Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Innovative Leisure: An American independent record label known for its indie pop, electronic, and hip-hop artists. Wikipedia
  • Interscope Records: A major American record label, part of Universal Music Group. Known for its strong presence in hip-hop, rock, and pop. Wikipedia
  • Invada Records: A British independent record label founded by Geoff Barrow (Portishead), known for its electronic, soundtrack, and experimental releases. Wikipedia
  • ISBA Music: A Canadian independent record label, particularly active in Quebec. Wikipedia (French)
  • Ishkōdé Records: A Canadian independent record label focusing on Indigenous artists. Wikipedia
  • Jamaican Recording Co.: (Likely a generic term for labels that record Jamaican music, not a specific label name. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Jasmine Records: A British record label known for its historical reissues of jazz, blues, and pop. Wikipedia
  • Jayded/2Point9: (Likely a niche independent label combination. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Jericho Beach Music: A Canadian independent record label specializing in folk and world music. Wikipedia
  • Jewel Runners: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • JJJ Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Josh Entertainment: (Likely a niche independent label or entertainment company. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Joyful Noise Recordings: An American independent record label known for its experimental, indie rock, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • JSP Records: A British independent record label specializing in blues, jazz, and folk reissues. Wikipedia
  • Jukebox Records: (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Jukebox Records” music label.)
  • Justice Records: An American independent record label specializing in blues, jazz, and folk. Wikipedia
  • K-Tel: A Canadian company known for its compilation albums, often sold via infomercials. Wikipedia
  • Kanis Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Kids’ CBC: The children’s content division of the CBC, which may release music for kids. (Not a distinct record label in the traditional sense).
  • Kill Rock Stars: An American independent record label based in Olympia, Washington, known for its influential role in the riot grrrl movement and its diverse roster of indie rock and punk artists. Wikipedia
  • Killbeat Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in punk and hardcore. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Kiran Music: An Indian music label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Kiran Music” label.)
  • Korean (Music): (Generic term for music from Korea. No specific Wikipedia link for a label.)
  • Kranky: An American independent record label known for its ambient, drone, and experimental electronic music. Wikipedia
  • La Dolce Vita (Records): (Could refer to a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • La Tribu (Records): A Canadian independent record label, particularly active in Quebec, known for its Francophone artists. Wikipedia (French)
  • Labwork Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Laker Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Lakeshore Records: An American record label specializing in film scores and soundtracks. Wikipedia
  • Last Gang (Records): A Canadian independent record label known for its electronic, indie rock, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Latent Recordings: A Canadian independent record label founded by Cowboy Junkies. Wikipedia
  • Lava Records: An American record label founded by Jason Flom, known for rock and pop artists. Now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Leaf (Label): A British independent record label known for its electronic, experimental, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Leaf Music (Canada): A Canadian independent classical and acoustic music label. Wikipedia
  • Lex Records: A British independent record label specializing in hip-hop, electronic, and experimental music. Wikipedia
  • LHM Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Light in the Attic Records: An American independent record label specializing in reissues of obscure folk, soul, and psychedelic music, as well as new releases. Wikipedia
  • Light Organ Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Vancouver, known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Linus (Entertainment): A Canadian independent record label and distributor, known for its diverse roster of folk, blues, jazz, and rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Lisbon Lux Records: A Canadian independent record label, particularly active in Quebec, known for its indie pop and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Little Tiny Records: (Likely a niche independent label, perhaps for children’s music. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Live (Records): (Could refer to various labels that release live recordings. No single prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Living Era: A British record label specializing in historical jazz and pop reissues. Wikipedia
  • Living Media India: An Indian media conglomerate that includes music publishing. (Not primarily a record label.)
  • Loma Vista Recordings: An American independent record label known for its diverse roster of rock, alternative, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Longshot Records: An American independent record label, often associated with punk rock. Wikipedia
  • Lost Highway Records: An American record label, part of Universal Music Group, specializing in Americana, alt-country, and roots rock. Wikipedia
  • Loud Records: An American record label, formerly part of Sony Music, highly influential in hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Love Cat Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • LSD Records: (Could be a niche electronic or psychedelic label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Lula World: A Canadian independent music company that includes a record label, often associated with world music and jazz. (Refers to Lula Music and Arts Centre). Wikipedia
  • Lusafrica: A French record label specializing in music from Lusophone African countries, particularly Cape Verde. Wikipedia
  • Luv Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Lyrita (Records): A British classical record label specializing in British composers. Wikipedia
  • Mad Decent: An American independent record label founded by Diplo, known for its electronic dance music, trap, and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Made in Canada (Records): A generic term for music produced in Canada. (No specific Wikipedia link for a label by this name.)
  • Made in Saugal: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Magic (Records): (Could refer to various labels. No single prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Magic Records” music label.)
  • Maison des Cultures du Monde: A French cultural institution that releases recordings of traditional world music. Wikipedia (French)
  • Maisonette (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Mango Records: A subsidiary label of Island Records, often used for reggae and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Manteca (Records): A Canadian independent record label specializing in Latin music. Wikipedia
  • Maple Music (Recordings): A Canadian independent record label known for its diverse roster of Canadian artists across various genres. Wikipedia
  • Martinez Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Mass Appeal Records: An American independent record label founded by Nas, specializing in hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Matador Records: A highly influential American independent record label known for its indie rock, alternative, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Mazzika Records: A prominent Arab music production and distribution company. (No prominent Wikipedia link found for “Mazzika Records”.)
  • MCG Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • MDM Recordings Inc.: A Canadian independent record label focusing on country music. Wikipedia
  • Mean Beard: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Meant Well Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Megaforce Records: An American independent record label specializing in heavy metal and thrash metal. Wikipedia
  • Merge Records: A highly influential American independent record label based in North Carolina, known for its critically acclaimed indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Metal Blade Records: A prominent American independent record label specializing in heavy metal music, known for launching the careers of many influential metal bands. Wikipedia
  • Metro Select: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Mexican Summer: An American independent record label known for its indie rock, psychedelic, and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • Mighty Gang Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Mille Pattes: A Canadian record label, particularly active in Quebec. Wikipedia (French)
  • Milan Records: An American record label specializing in film scores and soundtracks, with a focus on independent and foreign films. Wikipedia
  • Mint Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Vancouver, known for its indie pop and indie rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Miraculous Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • MNRK Music Group: A global independent music company, formerly eOne Music, with a diverse roster. Wikipedia
  • Modica Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Modular Recordings: An Australian independent record label known for its indie rock, electronic, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Mondo Melodia: A record label specializing in world music, often film soundtracks. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Morr Music: A German independent record label known for its electronic music, indie pop, and ambient releases. Wikipedia
  • Mothland (Records): A Canadian independent record label based in Montreal, known for its experimental and indie artists. Wikipedia
  • Moviebox Birmingham: A British record label specializing in Bhangra and Punjabi music. Wikipedia
  • MSR Classics: An American classical record label focusing on American composers and performers. Wikipedia
  • Mudhut Digital: A British record label specializing in reggae and dub. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Muk Posh: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Multiple Chord: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Murder Inc. Records: An American record label specializing in hip-hop and R&B, founded by Irv Gotti. Its catalog is now largely part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Music Collection International: A British record label specializing in compilations and reissues. Wikipedia
  • Music Force: (Likely a niche independent label or music production company. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Music for Life: A record label dedicated to classical and meditative music. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Music Waves: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Mute (Records): A highly influential British independent record label known for its electronic music, industrial, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Mute Artists: The artist management division associated with Mute Records. (No separate Wikipedia link).
  • MVD Entertainment Group: An American entertainment company that distributes music, films, and documentaries. Wikipedia
  • Nagii (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Napalm Records: An Austrian independent record label specializing in heavy metal and hard rock music. Wikipedia
  • Narada (Productions): An American record label known for its new age, world, and jazz releases. Wikipedia
  • Nascent Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Nems Enterprises: A British management company that represented Black Sabbath and other heavy metal bands, and had a record label arm in the 1970s. Wikipedia
  • Nervous Records: An American independent record label specializing in house music and electronic dance music. Wikipedia
  • Nettwerk (Music Group): A Canadian independent record label and artist management company, known for its roster of alternative, pop, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Nevado Music: A Canadian independent record label based in Toronto, known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • New Amsterdam Records: An American independent record label specializing in contemporary classical and indie classical music. Wikipedia
  • New Empire Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • New West Records: An American independent record label specializing in Americana, alt-country, and roots rock. Wikipedia
  • Next Door Records: A Canadian independent record label. Wikipedia
  • Ninja Tune: A highly influential British independent record label known for its electronic music, trip-hop, and experimental hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Nitron: (Likely a niche electronic or experimental label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Nocturne Records: A Canadian independent record label. Wikipedia
  • No Quarter Records: An American independent record label known for its folk, indie rock, and psychedelic artists. Wikipedia
  • No Label (Records): A generic term for self-released or unlabeled music. (Not a specific label).
  • Nonesuch Records: An American record label, part of Warner Music Group, known for its eclectic and critically acclaimed releases across various genres, including classical, jazz, world, and alternative. Wikipedia
  • Northern Blues Music: A Canadian independent record label specializing in blues music. Wikipedia
  • Nothing Flat Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • N’we Jinan: A Canadian organization and record label that works with Indigenous youth to create music. Wikipedia
  • NuCraft Recordings: An American independent record label specializing in progressive rock and metal. Wikipedia
  • Nuclear Blast: A German independent record label specializing in heavy metal, particularly death metal, black metal, and thrash metal. Wikipedia
  • Odd Sound: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Oh Boy Records: An American independent record label founded by John Prine, specializing in folk and Americana music. Wikipedia
  • Old Farm Pony: A Canadian independent record label known for its folk and indie music. Wikipedia
  • One Little Indian (Records): A British independent record label known for its diverse roster, including Björk. Now renamed One Little Independent Records. Wikipedia
  • One World (Records): (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “One World Records” music label.)
  • Opening Day Records: (Likely a niche independent label, perhaps related to sports. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Orange (Records): (Could refer to various labels. No single prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Orange Records” music label.)
  • Orange Mountain Music: The record label of composer Philip Glass, releasing his works and associated artists. Wikipedia
  • Oxingale Records: A classical and contemporary music label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Paper Bag Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Parkwood Entertainment: An American management and entertainment company founded by Beyoncé, which also releases her music. Wikipedia
  • Partisan Records: An American independent record label known for its indie rock, folk, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Pebble Star Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Peg (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Pelagios (Pelagic Records): A German independent record label specializing in post-metal and experimental rock. Wikipedia
  • Pheromone Recordings: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • PHI (Records): A Canadian record label, often associated with the PHI Centre in Montreal, releasing diverse music. Wikipedia (PHI Centre page)
  • Physical Presents: A Canadian independent record label specializing in electronic and dance music. Wikipedia
  • PIAS Group (Play It Again Sam): A European independent music group that includes record labels and distribution services. Wikipedia
  • Pickwick Records: A former American record label known for its budget-priced albums and reissues. Wikipedia
  • Pirates Blend Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its diverse roster, often blending genres. Wikipedia
  • Playa Sound: A French record label specializing in world music. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Play It Again Sam: A European independent record label, part of the PIAS Group. Wikipedia
  • Pneumatic (Records): (Likely a niche electronic or experimental label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Polyvinyl Record Co.: An American independent record label known for its indie rock, emo, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Prescott Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Principle Projects: (Likely a niche independent label or music collective. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Private Music: An American record label, founded by Peter Baumann (Tangerine Dream), known for new age, jazz, and instrumental music. Wikipedia
  • Proper (Records / Box): A British independent record label and distributor specializing in folk, roots, jazz, and reissues. Wikipedia
  • Profound Lore Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in extreme metal genres. Wikipedia
  • Profile Records: An American independent record label specializing in hip-hop, particularly known for Run-DMC. Wikipedia
  • Punk Core Records: An American independent record label specializing in street punk and hardcore punk. Wikipedia
  • Puzzle Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Radicalized Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Radioland Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Ramdam (Records): (Could refer to a niche French or Quebecois independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Ramseur Records: An American independent record label specializing in folk, Americana, and acoustic music. Wikipedia
  • Rapster Records: A British record label, an imprint of !K7, specializing in hip-hop and electronic music. Wikipedia
  • Raven Records: An Australian record label known for reissues of classic rock and pop. Wikipedia
  • Razor & Tie: An American record label and music publisher, known for its rock, pop, and compilation releases. Wikipedia
  • Ready Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its punk, new wave, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Real Gone Music: An American record label specializing in reissues of classic rock, pop, and R&B. Wikipedia
  • Real Kind Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Real World Records: A British record label founded by Peter Gabriel, specializing in world music from around the globe. Wikipedia
  • Rebel Records: An American record label specializing in bluegrass music. Wikipedia
  • Red House Records: An American independent record label specializing in folk, roots, and Americana music. Wikipedia
  • Red Lightnin’: A British record label specializing in reissues of blues and R&B music. Wikipedia
  • Red Shift Music: A Canadian independent record label specializing in new music, often contemporary classical and experimental. Wikipedia
  • Relapse Records: An American independent record label specializing in extreme metal genres. Wikipedia
  • Relativity Records: An American record label, historically known for its metal and hip-hop releases. Wikipedia
  • Renaissance Records: An American record label specializing in progressive rock and metal reissues. Wikipedia
  • Renegade Rocker: (Likely a niche rockabilly or punk label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Repertoire Records: A German record label specializing in reissues of classic rock, pop, and progressive rock. Wikipedia
  • Retrieval Records: A British record label specializing in historical jazz and blues reissues. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Rhoolie (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Rhythm Tracks: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Right Stuff (Records): An American record label specializing in reissues, often from the Motown catalog. Wikipedia
  • Righteous (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Rishi Rich (Records): A British-Indian record producer who also has his own label, known for bhangra and R&B. Wikipedia
  • Riverboat Records: A British record label, an imprint of World Music Network, specializing in world music. Wikipedia
  • Riverdale Classics: (Likely a niche independent classical label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Rizvi Music: (Likely a niche independent label, possibly South Asian. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Road Angel Records: (Likely a niche country or roots label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Roadhouse Records: (Likely a niche blues or roots label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Roadrunner Records: An American record label specializing in heavy metal and hard rock music. Wikipedia
  • Roaring Girl Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its folk and roots artists. Wikipedia
  • Roc Nation: An American entertainment company founded by Jay-Z, encompassing a record label, artist management, and other ventures. Wikipedia
  • Roc-A-Fella Records: An American record label founded by Jay-Z, Damon Dash, and Kareem Burke, highly influential in hip-hop. Now largely controlled by Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Rockabye Baby! Music: A record label that produces lullaby renditions of popular songs across various genres, aiming to introduce music to infants. Wikipedia
  • Rockabye Baby! See Rockabye Baby! Music.
  • Rollin’ Rock Records: An American record label specializing in rockabilly music. Wikipedia
  • Rolling Stones Records: A record label created by The Rolling Stones to release their own music. Wikipedia
  • Roma Records: (Could refer to various labels. No single prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Roma Records” music label.)
  • Ropeadope Records: An American independent record label known for its jazz, funk, and experimental releases. Wikipedia
  • Rosetta Records: An American record label specializing in jazz and blues reissues, particularly focusing on female artists. Wikipedia
  • Rough Trade Records: A highly influential British independent record label known for its pivotal role in the punk and post-punk movements, and its continued support of independent artists. Wikipedia
  • Rounder Records: An American independent record label known for its focus on roots music, including folk, bluegrass, blues, and Americana. Wikipedia
  • Royal Mountain Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Royalty Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in country music. Wikipedia
  • RPM Records: A historic American record label, a subsidiary of Modern Records, known for its R&B, blues, and rock and roll releases. Wikipedia
  • RPM/Columbia: A combined branding, indicating reissues from RPM’s catalog released by Columbia/Legacy. (No separate Wikipedia link.)
  • Rubyworks (Records): An Irish independent record label known for its rock, indie, and folk artists. Wikipedia
  • Rykodisc: A former American independent record label known for its reissues of classic alternative artists and its commitment to environmental causes. Wikipedia
  • S-Curve Records: An American independent record label specializing in pop, rock, and R&B. Wikipedia
  • Sacred Bones Records: An American independent record label known for its experimental, psychedelic, and indie rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Saddle Creek: An American independent record label based in Omaha, Nebraska, known for its indie rock and folk artists. Wikipedia
  • Saint Olaf’s (St. Olaf Records): The record label of St. Olaf College, known for its choral music recordings. Wikipedia
  • Same Plate (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Sanctuary Records: A former British independent record label, known for its diverse roster including rock, metal, and pop. Its catalog is now largely part of BMG. Wikipedia
  • Secret Brain Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Secret City Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Secretly Canadian: An American independent record label, part of the Secretly Group, known for its critically acclaimed indie rock, folk, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Season of Mist: A French independent record label specializing in black metal and other extreme metal genres. Wikipedia
  • Select Records: An American independent record label specializing in hip-hop and dance music. Wikipedia
  • Sensibility Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Seraphim Records: A classical record label, a budget imprint of EMI Classics. Wikipedia
  • SFM Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Shanachie Records: An American independent record label known for its focus on world music, reggae, and traditional Irish music. Wikipedia
  • Shout! Factory: An American entertainment company known for releasing DVDs, Blu-rays, and CDs of cult films, TV shows, and music. Wikipedia
  • Shrinking Planet: A Canadian independent record label specializing in electronic and experimental music. Wikipedia
  • Shub Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Side One Dummy Records: An American independent record label specializing in punk rock, emo, and alternative rock. Wikipedia
  • Signature Sounds: An American independent record label specializing in folk, Americana, and acoustic music. Wikipedia
  • Simone Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Montreal. Wikipedia
  • Single Lock Records: An American independent record label based in Florence, Alabama, known for its Americana and indie artists. Wikipedia
  • Six Degrees Records: An American independent record label specializing in world music, global electronica, and chill-out music. Wikipedia
  • Six Shooter Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its diverse roster of folk, roots, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Skaggs Family Records: An American independent record label founded by Ricky Skaggs, specializing in bluegrass and country music. Wikipedia
  • Skylark (Music): (Could be a niche classical, folk, or independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Slaight Music: A Canadian independent music company that includes a record label, publishing, and artist development. Wikipedia
  • Slammin Media: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Slash Records: A historic American independent record label, known for its punk, new wave, and alternative rock releases. Its catalog is now largely part of Warner Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Sleepless Records: A Canadian independent record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Smithsonian Folkways (Recordings): The non-profit record label of the Smithsonian Institution, dedicated to recording, preserving, and disseminating a diverse range of folk, traditional, and world music. Wikipedia
  • Sonic Unyon Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Hamilton, known for its indie rock, punk, and metal artists. Wikipedia
  • Songlines Recordings: A Canadian independent record label specializing in jazz and world music. Wikipedia
  • Soul Jazz Records: A British independent record label known for its eclectic reissues and compilations focusing on jazz, funk, soul, reggae, and obscure genres from around the world. Wikipedia
  • Soundway Records: A British independent record label specializing in reissues of forgotten funk, soul, disco, and world music from around the globe. Wikipedia
  • Southeastern Records: An American independent record label founded by Jason Isbell and his manager, specializing in Americana. Wikipedia
  • SPGS (SPG Records): A Canadian independent record label specializing in dance and pop music. Wikipedia
  • Specialty Records: A historic American record label, known for its influential R&B, gospel, and rock and roll releases. Wikipedia
  • Spectra Records: (Could refer to various labels. No single prominent Wikipedia link found for a “Spectra Records” music label.)
  • Spheres (Music): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Spinefarm Records: A Finnish record label specializing in heavy metal music, now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Stardust Records: (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Stardust Records” music label.)
  • Stars (Records): (Could refer to various labels or the band Stars. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Stars Records” label.)
  • StarSMS: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Stay Bright Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Stomp Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in punk rock, ska, and indie rock. Wikipedia
  • Stones Throw Records: An American independent record label known for its hip-hop, funk, soul, and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Stony Plain Records: A Canadian independent record label specializing in blues, roots, folk, and Americana music. Wikipedia
  • Stressed Street Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Strut Records: A British independent record label specializing in funk, soul, disco, and world music reissues, as well as new releases. Wikipedia
  • Studio One: A legendary Jamaican record label, highly influential in the development of ska, rocksteady, and reggae music. Wikipedia
  • Stubby Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Sub Pop: An iconic American independent record label based in Seattle, famous for pioneering the grunge movement and its continued influence in indie rock. Wikipedia
  • Sudden Death Records: A Canadian independent record label founded by Shane Told of Silverstein, specializing in punk and hardcore. Wikipedia
  • Sugar Hill Records: An American independent record label specializing in bluegrass, folk, and Americana music. Wikipedia
  • Sugo Music: An American record label specializing in new age and relaxation music. Wikipedia
  • Summit Records: An American record label specializing in classical and jazz music. Wikipedia
  • Sun Records: A legendary American record label founded by Sam Phillips, pivotal in the early development of rock and roll, blues, and country. Wikipedia
  • Sunjay (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Sunshine Records (Canada): A Canadian independent record label specializing in country and folk music. Wikipedia
  • Sweet Grass (Records): A Canadian independent record label specializing in Indigenous music. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Tandem Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Telefunken (Records): A historic German record label, now largely part of Warner Classics, known for its classical and popular music. Wikipedia
  • Telephone Explosion Records: A Canadian independent record label based in Toronto, known for its psychedelic rock, funk, and garage rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Telus (Records): (Could refer to a specific project by the telecom company Telus, but not a general record label).
  • Team Love (Records): An American independent record label founded by Conor Oberst (Bright Eyes), known for its indie rock and folk artists. Wikipedia
  • Temple (Records): A Scottish independent record label specializing in traditional Scottish and Celtic music. Wikipedia
  • The Children’s Group: A Canadian company specializing in children’s music and entertainment. Wikipedia
  • The End Records: An American independent record label specializing in metal and hard rock. Wikipedia
  • Third Man Records: An American independent record label founded by Jack White, known for its vinyl releases and diverse roster of rock, blues, and folk artists. Wikipedia
  • Thirty Tigers: An American independent music company that provides distribution and marketing services for artists and labels, also operates as a label. Wikipedia
  • Thrill Jockey: An American independent record label based in Chicago, known for its experimental, electronic, and indie rock artists. Wikipedia
  • Tip Records: (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Tip Records” music label.)
  • Tips Music: An Indian music record label and film production company. Wikipedia
  • TMLSS (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Tommy Boy Entertainment: An American independent record label historically significant for its hip-hop and electronic music releases. Wikipedia
  • Tone Tree Music: An American independent record label specializing in indie folk and pop. Wikipedia
  • Top Dawg Entertainment: An American independent record label specializing in hip-hop, home to Kendrick Lamar. Wikipedia
  • Trafic (Records): (Could refer to a niche electronic or dance label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Transgressive Records: A British independent record label known for its indie rock, electronic, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Tribal Spirit Music: A Canadian record label specializing in traditional Indigenous music. Wikipedia
  • Triplets (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Trippin’n Rhythm: An American record label specializing in smooth jazz. Wikipedia
  • Trojan Records: A British record label specializing in ska, rocksteady, reggae, and dub music from Jamaica. Wikipedia
  • True North Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its diverse roster of folk, roots, blues, and rock artists. Wikipedia
  • True Panther Sounds: An American independent record label, an imprint of Matador Records, known for its indie rock and electronic artists. Wikipedia
  • Tryko Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • TSO (Toronto Symphony Orchestra): The orchestra itself, which may release recordings independently. (Not a traditional record label name).
  • Tuff City Records: An American independent record label specializing in funk, soul, and hip-hop, often reissuing obscure material. Wikipedia
  • Tuff Gong: A record label founded by Bob Marley. Wikipedia
  • Tumbles Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Turtle Island Music: A Canadian independent record label specializing in Indigenous music. (Could be related to Turtle Island Records). Wikipedia
  • TurtleMusik: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • TVT Records: A former American independent record label known for its industrial, electronic, and alternative hip-hop releases. Wikipedia
  • Tzadik Records: An American independent record label founded by John Zorn, known for its avant-garde, experimental, and world music releases. Wikipedia
  • Unidisc: A Canadian independent record label and distributor specializing in dance, disco, and R&B. Wikipedia
  • Unity Records (Canada): A Canadian independent record label specializing in jazz. Wikipedia
  • Uptown Records: An American record label specializing in R&B and hip-hop. Now part of Universal Music Group. Wikipedia
  • Urbnet (URBNET Communications Inc.): A Canadian independent record label and artist management company, often focused on hip-hop, electronic, and urban music. Wikipedia
  • UTV (Records): UTV Software Communications is an Indian media company that has a music division. (Not a distinct record label in the traditional sense). Wikipedia
  • V2 Records: A British independent record label, formerly part of Virgin Records, known for its rock and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Vagrant Records: An American independent record label known for its emo, indie rock, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Vanguard Records: A historic American record label known for its folk, blues, jazz, and classical recordings. Wikipedia
  • VDL (Records): (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Vee-Tone Records: A British record label specializing in rockabilly and vintage rock and roll reissues. Wikipedia
  • Venus Records (Japan): A Japanese jazz record label. Wikipedia
  • Victory Pool Records: A Canadian independent record label. (No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Victory Records (US): An American independent record label specializing in punk rock, hardcore, and metalcore. Wikipedia
  • Viking Records (Canada): A historic Canadian record label. Wikipedia
  • Vintage Music: A generic term or a label specializing in vintage music reissues. (No single prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Vintage (Records): See Vintage Music.
  • Vinyl (Records): A generic term for labels that release music on vinyl. (No single prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Voix de l’Orient: A Lebanese record label specializing in Arabic music. Wikipedia
  • VP Records: An American independent record label specializing in reggae and dancehall music. Wikipedia
  • Wagram Music: A French independent music company with a diverse catalog across various genres, including electronic, pop, and rock. Wikipedia
  • Walt Disney (Records): The record label of The Walt Disney Company, known for its soundtracks, cast recordings, and music related to Disney films, TV shows, and theme parks. Wikipedia
  • Warp (Records): A highly influential British independent record label known for its electronic music, particularly IDM, and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • Wax Poetics (Records): A record label and magazine dedicated to funk, soul, jazz, and hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • We Are Connected: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Welcar Music: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • West Hill Radio Archives: A label specializing in historical radio broadcasts, often jazz. Wikipedia
  • Wichita Recordings: A British independent record label known for its indie rock, folk, and alternative artists. Wikipedia
  • Wild Pitch Records: A former American independent record label specializing in hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Wind-up Records: A former American independent record label specializing in rock music, particularly post-grunge. Wikipedia
  • WRC Records (World Record Club): A historic record club in various countries, releasing licensed recordings. Wikipedia
  • Wrasse Records: A British record label specializing in world music. Wikipedia
  • Wychwood Park Records: A Canadian independent record label. Wikipedia
  • XXI-21 (Productions): A Canadian record label specializing in classical and contemporary music, particularly from Quebec. Wikipedia
  • Yep Roc Records: An American independent record label known for its eclectic roster of alternative, Americana, and roots artists. Wikipedia
  • YGW Records: (Likely a niche independent label. No prominent Wikipedia link found.)
  • Young Money Entertainment: An American record label founded by Lil Wayne, specializing in hip-hop. Wikipedia
  • Young Turks (Young Turks/Young): A British independent record label known for its electronic, indie, and R&B artists. Now simply called Young. Wikipedia
  • You’ve Changed Records: A Canadian independent record label known for its indie rock and experimental artists. Wikipedia
  • YRF Music: The music division of Yash Raj Films, a major Indian film production company, releasing Bollywood soundtracks. Wikipedia
  • YouTube (Music): The music streaming and video platform. While artists release music on it, it’s not a record label in the traditional sense, but a distribution and discovery platform. Wikipedia
  • Zebra (Records): (Could refer to various labels. No prominent Wikipedia link found for a general “Zebra Records” music label.)
  • Zoho Music: An American independent record label specializing in jazz and Latin music. Wikipedia
  • Zomba Records: A former American independent record label, known for its hip-hop, R&B, and pop artists. Its catalog is now part of Sony Music. Wikipedia