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375 Media

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Release date

2017-02-17

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5140672

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744861611424

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5140671

744861611417

Artist

London O'Connor

Label EU

Matador

Genre EU

U.S. independent label based in NYC; for company roles and copyrights please consider [l390562] for the USA, [l=Matador Records Ltd.] for the UK company division and the generic company profile relating to either legal entities [l=Matador Records (2)] 
[b]Note that while some Matador releases are exclusive to North America or Europe, they use one numbering system for all releases, so it is not necessary to enter them under separate labels.[/b]

The Matador label began in 1989 when [a=Chris Lombardi] dragged the Austrian duo H.P. Zinker into Wharton Tiers’ Fun City studio to record OLE-001, ...and there was light. Run out of Chris’ New York apartment, Lombardi added artists such as the Dustdevils, Railroad Jerk and Superchunk to the initial roster. Joined by longtime Homestead Records manager Gerard Cosloy in 1990, Matador experienced its first taste of crazed media attention & big sales with the North American release of Teenage Fanclub’s debut long-player, A Catholic Education. Over the years, the label has moved from shoebox sized offices to larger and larger complexes, the staff has grown from 2 to 24, and the roster has simply exploded. As well as functioning as the North American home to Pavement, Liz Phair and The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Matador has helped artists such as Yo La Tengo, Cat Power, Cornelius, Solex, Pizzicato Five, Helium and the Arsonists reach audiences worldwide.

Matador has also served as the North American licensee for a number of exceptional international acts, including Belle & Sebastian, Mogwai, Boards of Canada, Red Snapper, Arab Strap and others. Since 1996, Matador has maintained separate offices and staff in London. In addition to supervising the promotion, sales and marketing of Matador titles on the continent, Matador Europe has also licensed recordings from some of North America’s most acclaimed new artists, M. Ward, Sleater-Kinney, Modest Mouse, and Superchunk to name a few.

While Matador has often been characterized (not by the label itself) as an underground or "indie" rock label, over the years, the label’s musical direction has grown, to the point where many hip hop, electronic and experimental acts play as prominent a role in the label’s sound & future as any number of singer/songwriters and rock bands. Sometimes all of the above converge.

During the 1990s, Matador entered into partnerships with [l=Atlantic] and [l=Capitol Records]. In 1999, Lombardi & Cosloy purchased back Capitol's 49% share of the label, and in 2002, [l613604] purchased 50% of the legal entities behind the Matador label / imprint [l390562] and [l291335] and took over Matador's worldwide marketing.

Newest Listed Items

The album "Oa" by London O'Connor was released by Matador Records. This highly anticipated debut album showcases the unique musical style and storytelling abilities of London O'Connor.

With a blend of indie pop, hip-hop, and electronic influences, "Oa" takes listeners on a captivating journey through O'Connor's personal experiences and reflections. The album features a mix of catchy hooks, thought-provoking lyrics, and innovative production techniques that push the boundaries of contemporary music.

From the infectious energy of tracks like "Nobody Hangs Out Anymore" to the introspective and vulnerable moments found in songs like "Steal," each track on "Oa" offers something different for listeners to connect with. O'Connor's distinctive vocals and honest songwriting create an intimate atmosphere that draws you in from start to finish.

Thematically, "Oa" explores themes of identity, love, loneliness, and the challenges of navigating modern life. O'Connor's lyrics are both relatable and deeply personal, allowing listeners to find their own meaning within his words.

Overall, "Oa" is a standout debut album that showcases London O'Connor's talent as a musician and storyteller. With its genre-bending sound and introspective lyrics, this album is sure to resonate with fans of indie pop, hip-hop, and electronic music alike.

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