A record label is a brand and a trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music video. Most commonly, a record label is the company that manages such brands and trademarks, coordinates the production, manufacture, distribution, marketing and promotion, and enforcement of copyright protection of sound recordings and music videos; conducts talent scouting and development of new artists and maintains contracts with recording artists and their managers. The term "record label" derives from the circular label in the center of a vinyl record which prominently displays the manufacturer's name, along with other information.

Task 6: Research into Music Video Record Labels

The fourth largest group within the music industry, but also has a major publishing arm.Both international and European label groupsSpecialise in a variety of music genresFormed in 1931 in London under the name of The Electrical and Musical Industries . In 1948 EMI introduced the first vinyl The 1960s saw more success for the label In 1962, despite being rejected by every other label, EMI sign Liverpool band The Beatles to their subsidiary label Parlophone . They see huge success, earning millions for EMI. It encouraged a massive boom for UK acts, with EMI dominating the UK charts throughout the 1960s. The Beatles have sold approximately 600 million albums.

Rough Trade Records is an independent record label based in London. It was formed in 1978 by Geoff Travis who had opened a record store off Ladbroke Grove. Having successfully promoted and sold records by punk, very early Indie Pop and early post punk bands such as Buzzcocks, The Smiths and Desperate Bicycles, Travis began to manage acts and distribute bands such as Scritti Politti and began the label, which was informed by left-wing politics and structured as a co-operative. Soon after, Rough Trade also set up a distribution arm that serviced independent retail outlets across Britain, a network that became known as the Cartel.

Founded in 1924; the second largest global music based record company.Distribution of media to a number of different countries including JapanFormer group ownership such as 'Columbia Records' as well as current independentlabels.Sony Music Entertainment is a global recorded music company with a roster that includes a broad array of both local artists and international superstars. The company boasts a vast catalogue that comprises some of the most important recordings in history. It is home to premier record labels representing music from every genre. Sony Music Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America.