United

United Record was founded in 1944 in Los Angeles by the entrepreneur and producer, Lee Gillette. Initially focused on jazz and rhythm and blues, the label gained prominence in the 1950s and 1960s by signing influential artists such as jazz saxophonist Stan Getz and R&B singer Johnny Ace. United's catalog expanded to include a variety of genres, including rock and pop, particularly during the 1960s and 1970s, when it became associated with the burgeoning Los Angeles music scene. The label underwent several changes in ownership and branding over the decades, eventually becoming part of larger conglomerates. Despite its fluctuating status, United Record is remembered for its contributions to the development of American music, particularly in promoting diverse genres and fostering emerging talent. Its legacy endures through the influential recordings that continue to resonate in the music industry today.