About the brand ❤️
Edel SE & Co. KGaA is a major German independent music and media company founded in 1986 and headquartered in Hamburg, Germany. Originally launched by Michael Haentjes as a mail‑order business for film soundtracks, it evolved into one of Europe’s most significant independent record labels and entertainment groups. Edel operates a diversified portfolio that includes music production and distribution, book publishing, home entertainment, and physical media manufacturing. Its music divisions include internationally active labels such as earMUSIC, Berlin Classics, and MPS, covering genres from rock and pop to classical and jazz. The group also encompasses digital distribution and media services, serving artists, authors, and rights holders with marketing, logistics, and rights management. With over a thousand employees and a global reach, Edel is known for combining traditional media production with modern digital strategies, maintaining a broad catalogue of recordings and publications while supporting new artistic and creative projects across Europe and beyond.
Founded: 1986
Headquarters:
Hamburg, Germany
https://www.edel.com/