Avex Music Group

Avex Inc. is a Japanese entertainment conglomerate founded in 1988 by Max Matsuura and headquartered in Tokyo. Originally established as a CD wholesaler, the company launched Avex Trax record label in 1990, becoming Japan's leading dance record company. Today, Avex manages major J-pop artists and operates as a comprehensive entertainment company with global operations including Avex Music Group in the US.

Sources

Wikipedia, Avex Inc. official website, LinkedIn profiles

Updated:

Jun 4, 2025

Avex Music Group

Avex Inc. is a Japanese entertainment conglomerate founded in 1988 by Max Matsuura and headquartered in Tokyo. Originally established as a CD wholesaler, the company launched Avex Trax record label in 1990, becoming Japan's leading dance record company. Today, Avex manages major J-pop artists and operates as a comprehensive entertainment company with global operations including Avex Music Group in the US.

Sources

Wikipedia, Avex Inc. official website, LinkedIn profiles

Updated:

Jun 4, 2025

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