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Transatlantic Records

British record label

Transatlantic Records was a British independent record label. The company was established in 1961, primarily as an importer of American folk, blues and jazz records by many of the artists who influenced the burgeoning British folk and blues boom.2 It was founded by Nathan Joseph.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

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Transatlantic Records was a British independent record label. The company was established in 1961, primarily as an importer of American folk, blues and jazz records by many of the artists who influenced the burgeoning British folk and blues boom.2

The story

Founded by Nathan Joseph in 1961.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. 1961Founded Founded1

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