Parlophone is a British record label that operates as a subsidiary of Warner Music Group. The label was founded in 1896 by the Carl Lindstrom Company as Parlophon. It was an independent company until 1929, and then merged with Columbia Graphophone Company to become Electric and Musical Industries (EMI). In 2013, EMI was acquired by Universal Music Group, and Parlophone was subsequently sold to Warner Music Group in 2019.
Founded in Germany in 1896 as Parlophon by the Carl Lindstrom Company.
In 1923, Parlophone started producing music in the United Kingdom.
Parlophone became an independent company in 1929.
In 1931, Parlophone merged with Columbia Graphophone Company to become Electric and Musical Industries (EMI).
In 2013, EMI was acquired by Universal Music Group.
In 2019, Parlophone was sold to Warner Music Group.
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Parlophone produces vinyl records for various artists and bands.
Parlophone produces CDs for various artists and bands.
Parlophone produces digital downloads for various artists and bands.
Parlophone has produced many successful albums, but one of the most well-known is 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' by The Beatles.
Parlophone has signed many artists over the years, including The Beatles, Coldplay, Blur, Gorillaz, Lily Allen, and Kylie Minogue, to name a few.
Yes, Parlophone is currently a subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Yes, Parlophone produces vinyl records as well as CDs and digital downloads.
Parlophone was sold to Warner Music Group in 2019.