Republic Records

Republic Records is a record label subsidiary of The Universal Motown/Universal Republic Group. They originally went by the name Cheese Factory Records. Its artists include Amy Winehouse, Anberlin, Taio Cruz, Colbie Caillat, 3 Doors Down, Alter Bridge, Chumbawamba, Eiffel 65, Tina Cousins, Godsmack, Rammstein, Flaw, Shop Boyz, Rehab, C-Side and Lil Jon. They also released the Bloodhound Gang's EP, Dingleberry Haze, as well as their first LP, Use ... more
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