Ministry of Sound
British entertainment group
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| Company type | Limited company |
|---|---|
| Industry | Nightclub Music Entertainment Events Lifestyle Private members' club |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Headquarters | 103 Gaunt Street London SE1 6DP, England, UK |
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
changeSince 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- ↑ 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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