Ministry of Sound
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| Ministry of Sound | |
|---|---|
| Type | Limited company |
| Industry | Nightclub Music Entertainment Events Lifestyle Private members' club |
| Founder | James Palumbo  |
| Key people | James Palumbo (founder) Lohan Presencer (chairman) |
| Website | ministryofsound |
Ministry of Sound is a British record label. It started out as a nightclub in London, but has since diversified into a multimedia entertainment business. In addition to the nightclub, it is an independent record label and worldwide events brand with a radio station and other media outlets.
History
[change | change source]Since its launch in 1993, Ministry of Sound has been responsible for 70 million album sales worldwide, in addition to 40 UK number-one albums and 21 number-one singles.[1]
On 10 August 2016, it was announced that Ministry of Sound's A&R business had been acquired by Sony Music.[2]
References
[change | change source]- ↑ Copsey, Rob (10 August 2016). "Sony Music acquires Ministry of Sound". Official Charts Company. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
- ↑ Stassen, Murray (10 August 2016). "Sony acquires Ministry of Sound". Music Week. Intent Media. Retrieved 10 August 2016.
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