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In November 2003, Universal Music Group acquired DreamWorks Records and in 2004 it was merged into Interscope Geffen A&M. The DreamWorks A&R staff was retained, and the label's artists were divided between Geffen and Interscope.
After being initially funded by Time Warner, Interscope is now owned in part by Universal Music Group (previously MCA Records), which is a part of the Seagram Company.
History. Early history. The company's origins go back to the formation of the American branch of Decca Records in September 1934, and its name and company logo originate from Carl Laemmle 's Universal Pictures.
Jul 12, 2024 · In 1996, MCA Inc., later becoming Universal Music Group (UMG), acquired a 50% stake in Interscope, eventually taking full ownership and making Interscope a major force within UMG’s portfolio under the leadership of Sir Lucian Grainge.
In 1998, Interscope was acquired by Universal Music Group, one of the largest music conglomerates in the world. Under Universal’s ownership, Interscope continued to expand its artist roster.
Jul 20, 2016 · Combining the legacies of three of the most influential record labels in modern music history, Interscope Geffen A&M embarked on a new tradition of musical achievement with its unification on January 1, 1999.
Oct 16, 2024 · With Universal’s backing (they owned equity in Beats by Dre too), the headphones became a staple in Interscope artist music videos, from Lady Gaga to Soulja Boy. They doubled down on product placement with the ambush marketing campaign at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London.