The story
Founded by Eric Hilton and Rob Garza in 1996.1
Private company
ESL Music
American independent record label
Eighteenth Street Lounge Music (ESL Music) is an independent record label based in Washington, D.C. founded by Rob Garza and Eric Hilton in 1996. The duo, as Thievery Corporation, heads the label's roster of artists.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0
Last updated Oct 21, 2026.
Overview
1996Founded1
- HeadquartersWashington, D.C.1
- Websitewww.eslmusic.com
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Eighteenth Street Lounge Music (ESL Music) is an independent record label based in Washington, D.C. founded by Rob Garza and Eric Hilton in 1996. The duo, as Thievery Corporation, heads the label's roster of artists.2
Leadership
Who has led ESL Music, and when. Pick a name to see everywhere that person has worked.
- FounderEric Hilton1
- FounderRob Garza1
Timeline
- 1996Founded Founded1
Links
- Websitewww.eslmusic.com1
- WikipediaESL Music
- WikidataQ5324176
Sources
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- 1WikidataESL Music on Wikidata
- 2WikipediaESL Music on Wikipedia