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Neil Storey began working on ‘The Island Book of Records’ in 2007, concerned that “a musical generation is slowly dying out.” We spoke with the author upon the release of 'Volume I: 1959-1968' ...
It’s the second time in three years that Douglas has broken world records in international competition for his speed and ...
Hitting shelves this month, the first volume of the Island Book Of Records charts every album released on the label in the UK between 1959 and the end of 1968, with insight from a host of names ...
Island Records President Louis Bloom added, "Sparks have always been one of the most original, ground-breaking and creative groups in pop and their longevity is partly down to their ability to ...
Island Records Co-CEO Justin Eshak added, “I’m a huge admirer of Brittany. She’s already solidified herself as one of the great talents of her generation and is just getting started.
Island Records has announced the promotion of Jackie Winkler to senior vice president, head of A&R, effective Sept. 5.. Winkler, who was recently honored as Billboard’s Executive of the Week for ...
After signing with Republic Records in 2019 and releasing numerous projects on the imprint, rapper Coi Leray has announced that she has inked a new deal with Island Records, releasing a new single ...
How did you come to be such an expert on Island Records’ history? I joined EMI in 1972 as a very junior member of their salesforce. EMI distributed Island at the time.