Universal Music Group
Universal Music Group is the world's leading music company, engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content across more than 60 countries.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1998
- Headquarters
- Netherlands
- CEO
- Sir Lucian Grainge
About
Universal Music Group (UMG) stands as the world's leading music company, operating at the forefront of music-based entertainment across the globe. Founded through MCA and PolyGram's merger, UMG has grown to become the most influential force in recorded music, with operations spanning more than 60 countries worldwide. The company's extensive portfolio encompasses recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content, making it the most comprehensive music entertainment enterprise in the industry. UMG's commitment to artistry, innovation, and entrepreneurship drives everything it does. The company identifies and develops recording artists and songwriters while producing, distributing, and promoting the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music globally. With labels including Republic Records, Interscope Records, Def Jam Recordings, Capitol Records, Island Records, and Universal Music Publishing Group, UMG represents an unparalleled roster of artists across every musical genre. Committed to fostering innovation, UMG continuously develops new services, platforms, and business models to expand artistic opportunities and create immersive experiences for fans worldwide.