Asylum Records
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Asylum Records is an American record label, founded in 1971 by David Geffen and partner Elliot Roberts. It was taken over by Warner Communications (now the Warner Music Group) in 1972, and later merged with Elektra Records to become Elektra/Asylum Records.
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Asylum Records | |
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Parent company | Warner Music Group |
Founded | 1971; 53 years ago (1971) |
Founder | David Geffen Elliot Roberts |
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Genre | Various[lower-alpha 1] |
Country of origin | United States |
Official website | asylumrecords |
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After previous incarnations, it is geared primarily towards hip-hop, along with rock and alternative metal. It is owned and distributed by Warner Music Group.