Disruptor Records is an American record label founded by Adam Alpert in September 2014, as a joint venture with Sony Music Entertainment.[2][3] The label has sold more than 15 million singles worldwide as of 2016.[4]
| Disruptor Records | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Parent company | Sony Music Entertainment (SME) |
| Founded | September 2014 |
| Founder | Adam Alpert (CEO)[1] |
| Distributor(s) | Columbia Records |
| Genre | Various |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Location | New York City, New York |
| Official website | disruptorrecords |
History
editAlpert founded the label in 2014, alongside his clients' musical group The Chainsmokers, whom he also helped to form by introducing the members, Andrew Taggart and Alex Pall in 2012.[5] The Chainsmokers released several chart-topping songs with the label such as "Closer", "Paris", and "Something Just Like This".[6]
Alpert said, "We care about the artist’s career as a whole and not just about the records — that’s the foundation upon which Disruptor was built."[4] In 2014, he signed the joint venture with Sony Music Entertainment CEO Doug Morris, who was replaced by Rob Stringer[7][8] and launched Disruptor Records, Disruptor Management and Selector Songs.[4]
The name "Disruptor" as described by Alpert, is "about shaking things up".[2] The label would focus on the long-term development of artists through artist-to-fan communication.[9]
Disruptor Records roster
editDisruptor Management roster
editReferences
edit- ^ Dowling, Marcus. "Adam Alpert on EDM's Role at Sony's Disruptor Records, Bobby Shmurda at Electric Zoo, and More". Complex Music. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ a b Christman, Ed. "Exclusive: Sony Music Forms Disruptor With Chainsmokers Manager". Billboard. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ Lucas (June 10, 2016). "The Chainsmokers Reveal How They First Met & Fight Back Against EDM Doomsayers". Your EDM. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ a b c Medved, Matt (March 11, 2017). "The Chainsmokers' Manager Adam Alpert Talks Release Strategy & Evolution From DJ Duo to Arena Act". Billboard. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ Powell, Karlie (March 13, 2017). "The Man Behind The Chainsmokers' Incredible Success Spills The Beans". Your EDM. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ McBryde Jr., J.P.R (January 17, 2017). "The Chainsmokers - Paris [DISRUPTOR RECORDS]". Dance Rebels. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ "Rob Stringer Promoted to Chief Executive Officer of Sony Music Entertainment". www.prnewswire.com. October 18, 2016. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ Halperin, Shirley (October 20, 2016). "What Does Rob Stringer's Ascension to Sony Music CEO Mean for the Company's Future?". Billboard. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ Marmor, Jacob (September 6, 2014). "Sony, Chainsmokers Manager Forming Disruptor Management". Sony, Chainsmokers Manager Forming Disruptor Management. Archived from the original on January 24, 2018. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
- ^ "The Chainsmokers 'Closer' feat. Halsey Sees Official Release via Disruptor Records". The Nocturnal Times. July 29, 2016. Retrieved May 5, 2017.
- ^ "The Chainsmokers "All We Know" feat. Phoebe Ryan via Disruptor Records". The Nocturnal Times. September 29, 2016. Retrieved May 5, 2017.
- ^ "Ritt Momney Joins Disruptor / Columbia Records". 360 MAGAZINE | ART + MUSIC + DESIGN + FASHION + AUTO + TRAVEL + FOOD + HEALTH. September 22, 2020. Retrieved June 7, 2021.
- ^ "Dava Unveils a New Brilliant Single 'New Ceilings'". Out Magazine. Retrieved April 22, 2021.
- ^ "The LA-hailed newcomer drops her trippy new tune". Wonderland Magazine. Wonderland Magazine. Retrieved April 22, 2021.
- ^ "Label Roster". Disruptor Records. Retrieved April 22, 2021.