Virgin Records | Vibepedia

Virgin Records is a British record label founded in 1972 by entrepreneurs Richard Branson, Simon Draper, Nik Powell, and musician Tom Newman. The label grew to become a worldwide success, signing iconic artists such as [[sex-pistols|Sex Pistols]], [[phil-collins|Phil Collins]], and [[peter-gabriel|Peter Gabriel]]. With a history spanning over five decades, Virgin Records has been a major player in the music industry, known for its innovative approach and commitment to nurturing new talent. The label was sold to [[thorn-emi|Thorn EMI]] in 1992 and later acquired by [[universal-music-group|Universal Music Group]] in 2012. Today, the Virgin Records name continues to be used by UMG in certain markets, including Germany and Japan, with a vibe rating of 82. The label's cultural impact score is 95, reflecting its significant influence on the music industry and popular culture.