Republic Records
Republic Records is a prominent American record label founded by brothers Monte and Avery Lipman in 1995. Originally established as a subsidiary of MCA's Geffen Records, it was acquired by Universal Music Group in 2000. The label has become one of the most successful in the industry, home to superstars including Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj.
Sources
Wikipedia, Music Business Worldwide, Universal Music Group official website
Updated:
Jun 5, 2025
Republic Records
Republic Records is a prominent American record label founded by brothers Monte and Avery Lipman in 1995. Originally established as a subsidiary of MCA's Geffen Records, it was acquired by Universal Music Group in 2000. The label has become one of the most successful in the industry, home to superstars including Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj.
Sources
Wikipedia, Music Business Worldwide, Universal Music Group official website
Updated:
Jun 5, 2025
Republic Records
Republic Records is a prominent American record label founded by brothers Monte and Avery Lipman in 1995. Originally established as a subsidiary of MCA's Geffen Records, it was acquired by Universal Music Group in 2000. The label has become one of the most successful in the industry, home to superstars including Taylor Swift, Drake, The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and Nicki Minaj.
Sources
Wikipedia, Music Business Worldwide, Universal Music Group official website
Updated:
Jun 5, 2025
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