Sony Music is a global music company that operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation. The company's record labels include Columbia Records, RCA Records, and Epic Records.
Founded in 1929 as American Record Corporation
Was acquired by CBS in 1987 and renamed as Sony Music Entertainment in 1991
In 2004, Sony and BMG merged their music divisions to create Sony BMG Music Entertainment (now Sony Music)
Sony Music is now one of the largest music companies in the world
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There are a wide range of independent record labels that cater to different genres and artists, providing an alternative to major labels.
Sony Music distributes music from a wide range of artists across a variety of genres.
Sony Music manages a number of successful artists, assisting with various aspects of their careers including touring, marketing, and brand partnerships.
Sony Music's publishing arm manages the songwriting rights for a large number of successful songwriters.
Sony Music represents a wide range of artists, including Beyonce, AC/DC, Adele, The Chainsmokers, and Mariah Carey.
Sony Music represents artists across a variety of genres, including pop, rock, rap, hip-hop, R&B, and country.
Sony Music has a team of A&R (artists and repertoire) professionals who listen to demos from aspiring musicians, and scout talent through live performances, social media, and other channels.
Sony Music provides a range of services to its artists including touring, marketing and promotion, merchandise sales, and brand partnerships.
Sony Music does have a distribution arm that caters to independent artists, but they do require an application and review process to ensure quality and consistency with their brand image.