Interscope Records is a music label focusing primarily on EDM dance and electronic artists. Under the agreement, Interscope retained complete creative control over the label's recordings. [56], Imagine Dragons' Smoke + Mirrors debuted on the Billboard album charts at number one in March 2015. Interscope Records is an American record label owned by Universal Music Group through its Interscope Geffen A&M imprint. On December 1, 1995, the Los Angeles Times noted that with five albums on that week's pop charts and sales of $350 million over the previous three years, "what may have been a smart move politically for Time Warner is now looking like a financial fiasco. Dre had been approached by his attorney to start a line of sneakers, and when he told Iovine about the idea, Iovine said: "You know speakers, not sneakers." Website 222 Records [55] In December 2014 it was announced that Selena Gomez, previously signed to Hollywood Records, had signed with Interscope. [40], In November 2003, Universal Music Group acquired DreamWorks Records and in 2004 it was merged into Interscope Geffen A&M. Iovine, also the son of Interscope Records co-founder Jimmy Iovine discussed being around the musicians that had a hand in the Attitude Era. "It's just like listening to a hit record." At the time of his appointment, it was reported that Iovine had chosen Janick as his eventual successor—Iovine's attention had increasingly turned to Beats, which dominated the headphone market with 2012 revenues of $512 million. [69], In 2013, M.I.A. A week after, Madonna's 13th studio album "Rebel Heart" was released and debuted at number two. (Gwen Stefani) at number six, and How to Dismantle an Atomic Bomb (U2) at number eight. Four of the album's singles—"Born This Way", "Judas", "The Edge of Glory", and "You and I"—charted in the top ten of the Billboard Hot 100. Discovered/marketed and promoted early artists. Groff, former president of Geffen Records Neil Jacobson and Interscope’s radio team decided to structure the song in a traditional pop song format … In February 1999, Interscope and Aftermath released The Slim Shady LP. The CEO of Top Dawg Entertainment, Anthony Tiffith, blamed Interscope for the album's unintentional release, and tweeted: "I would personally like to thank Interscope for fucking up our release. Further, neither UMG nor Interscope Records are a subject or target of the investigation. An agreement with Universal allowed Field to resign a year before his contract was set to expire. Istorie Începutul. A $2.5 million investment to establish a joint venture with Trauma Records yielded three number-one Modern Rock tracks and a platinum-certified album with Bush's Sixteen Stone. It included the number-one single "Good Vibrations". [39] In April, it was announced that 50 Cent would sign and develop artists for release on G-Unit Records, which would be marketed and distributed through Interscope. In November that same year, Aftermath debuted with the album Dr. Dre Presents the Aftermath. [37][38] In February 2003, Shady/Aftermath/Interscope had another record-breaking hit with Get Rich or Die Tryin', the debut album by 50 Cent. After a four-month dispute, the partnership was dissolved in an out-of-court agreement. Interscope Geffen AM Records. "[75], On March 15, 2015, Kendrick Lamar's album, To Pimp a Butterfly, was released on iTunes, Spotify and Google Play eight days ahead of its scheduled release date (March 23). However, Interscope's success with alternative and rock music was eclipsed by controversy which began in September 1992, when Vice President Dan Quayle called on Interscope to withdraw 2Pacalypse Now, stating that it was responsible for the death of a Texas state trooper, who was shot to death in April by a suspect who allegedly was listening to the album on the tape deck of a stolen truck when he was stopped by the officer. A founding tenet of the label was that artists would have complete creative control. 621.3k Followers, 135 Following, 5,569 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Interscope Records (@interscope) Geffen Records was started in 1980. In 1999, it was merged into Interscope Records and the Geffen Records name was practically dissolved. On their forthcoming Interscope Records debut, 5 Seconds of Summer turn a lifetime of musical passion into their most thrillingly ambitious work to date. Fandom Apps Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. November 17, 2020 'Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Headphones' were introduced in January 2008 at the annual Consumer Electronics Show. I was the second person hired at Interscope Records. The fastest-selling rap album in history, it sold 1.76 million copies in its first week. Official website. Interscope Geffen A&M Records ( IGA ), also known as A&M Records Group, is an American umbrella label owned by Universal Music Group, consisting of record labels Interscope Records, Geffen Records, and A&M Records . [32] In October, Interscope began its relationship with U2 after it acquired the US rights to market and distribute the album All That You Can't Leave Behind. It was a departure from the music industry practices of the 1970s and 1980s, when labels traditionally appointed lawyers and promotion executives to senior positions. Interscope a fost format în 1990 de Jimmy Iovane și Ted Field cu suport financiar de la Atlantic Records (care deține 53% din stocurile sale). Interscope Records has promoted longtime A&R executive Manny Smith to SVP of A&R for the label. Mersel is perhaps best known for his work as a manager, currently guiding the career of Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning star Ben Platt. As anticipated, Janick was named chairman and CEO of Interscope Geffen A&M. It was initiated by McClain, who met Dre when he was recording his solo debut, The Chronic. and Pharrell, Lady Gaga, and will.i.am. Tune in on December 2 to listen Made by Google YouTube # ellamai # sponsored. Somebody has got to pay for this mistake. Among others, Interscope inherited Blink-182, The All-American Rejects, and Nelly Furtado. [4], Interscope's first release was "Rico Suave" by Ecuadorian rapper Gerardo in December 1990; the single reached number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 charts in April 1991. Google Nest. Records by Eminem, Dre, Eve, Nine Inch Nails, Enrique Iglesias, Limp Bizkit, Blackstreet, Smash Mouth and others generated an estimated $40 million in profit during the final six months of 1999. Founded in late 1990 by Jimmy Iovine and Ted Field as a $20 million joint venture with Atlantic Records of Warner Music Group,[2] it differed from most record companies by letting A&R staff control decisions and allowing artists and producers full creative control. [16][17], Interscope further established its strength in the alternative and rock genres in 1994. The album was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews from critics who praised the band's artistic growth and maturity. [45][46], Lady Gaga's studio debut The Fame was released in August 2008; it was re-released with eight new songs as The Fame Monster in November 2009. By submitting this form, you agree to the Universal Music Group Privacy Policy. Manda and IGA CEO John … Interscope Records is a major American record label, founded in 1989. [71] Blink-182, All Time Low, and 50 Cent have similarly criticized Interscope. 1 on Billboard 200 Chart", "Grammys 2016: King Kendrick Lamar Steals the Show", "JoJo Announces Music Imprint "Clover Music" With Interscope", "BLACKPINK Sign With Interscope Records & UMG in Global Partnership With YG Entertainment: Exclusive", http://www.ariacharts.com.au/charts/albums-chart, "Official Albums Chart Top 100 | Official Charts Company", "Official Scottish Albums Chart Top 100 | Official Charts Company", "Bilal Brings Creative Resistance To The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum", "Bilal Talks 'Love for Sale' Leaks, Working with Nottz & 88-Keys", "M.I.A. "[76][77] The Tweet was later deleted. [18][19], In May 1995, the controversy related to gangsta rap and explicit lyrics intensified as U.S. Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole accused Interscope of releasing music that glorified violence and degraded women. Separately, Iovine, who had produced records for U2, Bruce Springsteen, and John Lennon, among others, was trying to raise money to start a label. Története Kezdetek. [57] Lamar won five Grammys in 2016. In 1993, with an estimated gross of $90 million, Interscope became profitable ahead of projections. [66] Dr. Dre had assisted Bilal's production for the album in a limited role. Founded in late 1990 by Jimmy Iovine and Ted Field as a $20 million joint venture with Atlantic Records of Warner Music Group, it differed from most record companies by letting A&R staff control decisions and allowing artists and producers full creative control. Primus' Interscope debut, Sailing the Seas of Cheese, was released in May, followed by Marky Mark and the Funky Bunch's Music for the People in July. "[21] In February 1996, MCA Records—then owned by Seagram—bought 50% of Interscope for a reported $200 million. [82] The Drug Enforcement Administration inspected the year-long case and stated that the Los Angeles offices of Interscope Records were used for pickups and deliveries of hundreds of kilograms of cocaine in 2010 and 2011. [67] After it leaked in 2006, Interscope notoriously shelved the release indefinitely,[68] giving rise to rumors that the label had leaked it on purpose. I had meetings in the South of France, and I said, 'I know this isn't a commercial album, I just want you to do your best,' and they dropped it like a fucking turd. [27], Iovine's assistant (and former intern) Dean Geistlinger saw Eminem perform at the Rap Olympics in Los Angeles in 1997 and passed Eminem's CD on to Iovine; Iovine, in turn, passed it on to Dre. [23][24][25], In November 1996, with records by Bush, Snoop Dogg, No Doubt, and Tupac Shakur, Interscope became the first label in 20 years to hold the top 4 positions on the Billboard charts. The company was formed in 1999, when Geffen Records and A&M Records … It's probably why I didn't make another solo record. The label was frequently criticized for overspending on artist acquisitions and joint ventures, however, with revenue for 1996 estimated at $250 million, it operated at a profit. Hailing from the outskirts of Sydney, the band got their start forging a sound that brought pure punk energy to pop music. Interscope Records is an American record label owned by Universal Music Group through its Interscope Geffen A&M imprint. [42][43], Four of Interscope's releases were in the top 10 of the year end sales charts in 2005: The Massacre (50 Cent) at number one, Encore (Eminem) at number two, Love.Angel.Music.Baby. Interscope responded that JCOR had hid its true financial position at the time it signed its distribution contract and had attempted to use Interscope's money to finance its business. Music manager Adam Mersel has brought his Immersive Records label to Interscope Geffen A&M (IGA). [12], Interscope began to develop a significant presence in the alternative genre in 1992. '"[8][9][10][11], Based in Westwood, California, Interscope was run by "music men". "[12][13], Earlier in 1992, Interscope negotiated a $10-million deal with Dr. Dre and Marion "Suge" Knight to finance and distribute their label, Death Row Records. [36], Interscope/Shady released The Eminem Show, in May 2002 and the soundtrack for Eminem's semi-autobiographical film 8 Mile in October; the two titles combined sold more than 11,000,000 records before the end of the year. [86], In 2002, JCOR founder Jay Faires filed a $30 million breach-of-contract suit that alleged that Interscope had withheld millions of dollars in an effort to drive it out of business. Interscope Records was originally founded as a joint venture with Warner Music Group's Atlantic Records and Interscope Communications. In addition to a second Primus album, the label released No Doubt's self-titled debut, Helmet's Meantime, 4 Non Blondes' Bigger, Better, Faster, More!, acquired and re-released Rocket from the Crypt's Circa: Now!, and, through a joint venture with TVT/Nothing Records, the Nine Inch Nails EP Broken. "'Young bands aren't going to be asking for me.' I always liked the part of the business that's the first time you hear something, and I knew I wasn't in that business anymore. [4], In 2001, Field resigned as co-chairman of Interscope to start a new label. [60], In May 2019, Australian pop rock band 5 Seconds of Summer signed with Interscope Records, following their departure from Capitol Records. As a result, Time Warner, owning Atlantic, severed ties with Interscope by selling its 50 percent stake back to Field and Iovine for $115 million in 1995. [78], On November 7, 2011, it was reported that the South African Rap/Rave group Die Antwoord were leaving Interscope Records over a dispute with the label wanting their second studio album "Tension" (stylized: Ten$ion) to be re-worked for "mainstream appeal. “EndoRotor is an exciting new addition to our armamentarium in the management of difficult to remove lesions. Rock-It Cargo, a shipping company which has an immense list of musical clients, shipped music cases that allegedly contained drugs to New York City studios. "It took us two years to get them right, but when I heard I knew it was going to be big," Iovine said in 2010. 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