Shooting Star

Shooting Star Records was founded in 1979 by music industry veterans Bob Dorr and David W. Smith in the United States. Initially focused on rock and pop music, the label gained prominence in the 1980s, especially within the AOR (Album-Oriented Rock) genre. Notable artists associated with Shooting Star include the rock band Shooting Star, known for their melodic sound and hits like "Tonight," and other acts such as The Good Rats and The Outlaws. Throughout the 1980s, the label released several albums that contributed to the era's musical landscape. Despite facing challenges in the changing music industry landscape in the 1990s, Shooting Star Records maintained a legacy of promoting regional and independent talent. The label is remembered for its role in the development of AOR and its support of artists who contributed to the rock genre during a transformative period in music history.