Charisma

Charisma Records was founded in 1969 by Tony Stratton-Smith in the United Kingdom. Initially focused on progressive rock, the label quickly gained prominence for its eclectic roster and innovative approach to music production. Key artists included Genesis, whose early albums helped define the progressive rock genre, as well as Van der Graaf Generator, Lindisfarne, and Monty Python, showcasing a blend of rock, folk, and comedy. Throughout the 1970s, Charisma became synonymous with the British progressive rock movement, releasing influential albums that shaped the era. The label also ventured into pop and new wave in the 1980s, signing acts like The Human League and The Art of Noise. Despite facing challenges in the changing music industry landscape, Charisma's legacy endures, particularly through its contributions to progressive rock and its role in fostering artistic creativity. The label was eventually absorbed into the Virgin Records Group in the late 1990s, but its impact remains significant in music history.