Brand: Decca
Decca International is a British record label and division of Universal Music Group. It was founded in 1929 as His Master's Voice (HMV) and acquired by MBO (Management Buyout) in 1992. Decca has a rich history of signing and nurturing iconic musicians such as the Rolling Stones, Dusty Springfield, Shirley Bassey, Jethro Tull, and Kathleen Battle. The label has expanded its focus beyond music to include spoken word recordings, including speeches by Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, and Mahatma Gandhi. In addition to music and spoken word content, Decca is also known for producing high-quality audio equipment, including turntables, cartridges, and pre-amps. Today, Decca International continues to be a leading label, committed to discovering and developing new talent, marketing music globally, and providing a platform for authentic and transformative music experiences.