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Rock, reggae. Occupation (s) Record producer. Years active. 1959–present. Website. islandoutpost .com. Christopher Percy Gordon Blackwell OJ (born 22 June 1937) [1] is a Jamaican-British former record producer and the founder of Island Records, [2] which has been called "one of Britain's great independent labels." [3]
About. Since Chris Blackwell first started Island Records in Jamaica in 1959, it has remained one of the world’s most legendary record labels and a coveted destination for new and established artists across genres.
Jun 9, 2022 · In a new memoir, the 84-year-old founder of Island Records reflects on helping bring the music of Bob Marley, U2 and Grace Jones to the world. Chris Blackwell’s “The Islander: My Life in Music...
Mar 23, 2009 · Island Records: The secret of its success. The legendary label, which celebrates its 50th birthday in May, managed in its heyday to achieve that rare feat: combining commercial success with...
Jamaica. Official website. www.islandrecords.com. Island Records is a Jamaican-British record label that was founded by Chris Blackwell in Jamaica. It was based in England for many years, but is now owned by Universal Music Group of the United States, and is operated through The Island Def Jam Music Group .
Jun 8, 2022 · June 8, 20221:30 PM ET. Heard on Fresh Air. Terry Gross. 35-Minute Listen. Playlist. Blackwell grew up in Jamaica, and, as the head of Island Records, helped launch the careers of reggae stars...
List of Island Records artists. This is a list of artists that once recorded for Island Records or one of its associated labels.
