Atlantic Records

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/atlantic-records

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the founding date?October 1947
2. What is the founding individuals?Ahmet Ertegun and Herb Abramson
3. Who started Atlantic Records?The company was founded by Ahmet Ertegun and Herb Abramson in October 1947.
4. Which famous artists first recorded with Atlantic?Early artists like Ruth Brown, Ray Charles, Wilson Pickett, Sam and Dave, and Aretha Franklin recorded with Atlantic and became very popular.

Record Label: A corporate entity responsible for the production, manufacturing, distribution, and marketing of recorded music.
R&B (Rhythm and Blues): A genre originating in African American communities, characterized by blues, jazz, and gospel influences, often featuring strong vocal performances and rhythmic drive.
A&R (Artists and Repertoire): The department of a record label responsible for discovering musical talent, overseeing the recording process, and managing artists' careers.