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Billboard reveals the world album imprints and world album labels of the year
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Mavins, Jonzing World make it to Billboard End of the Year Charts
As 2023 draws to a close, Billboard, a prominent media outlet, has revealed the world album imprints and world album labels of the year based on data from the Billboard Charts.
Notably, Nigeria’s Mavin Record and Jonzing World have earned places on the list of leading global record labels and imprints.
Mavin Record, under the leadership of CEO Don Jazzy, has successfully propelled its signees—Rema, Ayra Starr, Johnny Drille, Crayon, and Bayanni—onto international stages.
Don Jazzy’s strategic efforts have resulted in the formation of two formidable music groups, with former members including Dija, Tiwa Savage, Korede Bello, and Reekado Banks. This recognition on the global stage signifies Mavin Record’s impact and influence in the music industry.
Billboard 🇺🇸 World albums Labels year-end chart (2023):
#3. Mavin
Billboard 🇺🇸 World albums Imprints year-end chart (2023):
#5. Jonzing World pic.twitter.com/DRWkj18fEu
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In October, Billboard provided insight into Mavin Records’ financial endeavors, highlighting the label’s pursuit of investment or a potential full sale. Universal Music Group and HYBE, along with notable interest from music asset investors in the financial sector, were reported to be actively involved in the bidding process.
The World Albums Labels for 2023, as disclosed by Billboard, include:
1. Interscope Geffen A&M
2. Republic
3. Mavins
4. RCA
5. SM
Meanwhile, the World Album Imprints for the year are:
1. Geffen
2. BigHit Music
3. Imperial
4. JYP
5. Jonzing World
This acknowledgment further underscores Mavin Records’ standing on the global stage and its role among leading world album labels.