Island Records

Island Records is a multinational record label founded in Jamaica in 1959 by Chris Blackwell, Graeme Goodall, and Leslie Kong. Now owned by Universal Music Group, it has become a legendary label, known for its diverse roster of artists across various genres.

Island Records

Island Records is a multinational record label founded in Jamaica in 1959 by Chris Blackwell, Graeme Goodall, and Leslie Kong. Now owned by Universal Music Group, it has become a legendary label, known for its diverse roster of artists across various genres.

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