EMI Manhattan

EMI Manhattan Records was founded in 1985 as a division of EMI Records, aimed at promoting a diverse range of music genres, particularly jazz and pop. The label emerged during a time when the music industry was evolving with the rise of new technologies and changing consumer tastes. Notable artists associated with EMI Manhattan included jazz legends like Stan Getz and contemporary pop figures such as Carly Simon and the band The B-52's. The label became known for its innovative marketing strategies and high-quality recordings, contributing to the resurgence of interest in jazz during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Although EMI Manhattan's prominence waned in the late 1990s, its legacy endures through its influential catalog and the artists it represented, reflecting a significant chapter in the broader history of music distribution and genre exploration.