Copenhagen Records is a Danish record label formed on 5 January 2004[1] by former EMI Recorded Music Denmark staff members to give artists more artistic autonomy.[2] It houses artists spread over a wide range of genres, from rock to rap, and from pop artists to comedians.
In September 2011, Universal Music Group acquired Copenhagen Records, and the rest of MBO Group.[3] The label operates as one of UMG's standalone labels.
History
In 2003, EMI-Medley had a 40% share of the Danish music market.[4] Days after Medley-founder Michael Ritto announced he would depart in February 2004, other senior staff members also left.