Universal Music Group Universal Music Group sign. (more) Universal Music Group international music conglomerate Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/Universal-Music-Group Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Written by Karl Montevirgen Karl Montevirgen is a professional freelance writer who specializes in the fields of finance, cryptomarkets, content strategy, and the arts. Karl works with several organizations in the equities, futures,... Karl Montevirgen Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Apr 8, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot (Show more) Universal Music Group is an international music conglomerate with a vast portfolio of record labels, music publishing companies, and distribution networks across multiple countries. UMG is one of the “big three” major record labels along with Sony Music and Warner Music Group. The company’s primary business is in the recording, publishing, and distribution of its musical artists. UMG also licenses its intellectual property for use in film, television, streaming, and commercials. UMG’s corporate headquarters is in Hilversum, Netherlands, while its operational headquarters is in Santa Monica, California. Sir Lucian Grainge has served as the company’s chair and chief executive officer ...(100 of 1927 words)

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