record label
[ˈrekərd ˈleɪbəl]
nounpl: record labels
gravadora
1. A company that produces, manufactures, and distributes sound recordings, typically owning the rights to the music produced
The artist signed a contract with a major record label.
O artista assinou um contrato com uma grande gravadora.
2. A brand or trademark associated with a specific company that releases music recordings
This album was released under the Atlantic record label.
Este álbum foi lançado sob o rótulo da gravadora Atlantic.
3. The physical or digital sticker/branding on a record or music release identifying the producing company
The record label on the vinyl showed it was from 1975.
O rótulo da gravadora no vinil mostrava que era de 1975.
In Brazil, 'gravadora' is the standard term used in the music industry and everyday conversation. Major record labels like Universal, Sony, and Warner have significant presence in Brazil. The term reflects Brazil's vibrant music industry which produces samba, forró, and other unique genres. In Portugal, 'editora discográfica' is more formal but gravadora is increasingly used due to American influence.
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