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Times Music Expands Its Empire by Acquiring Two Major Regional Record Labels

Times Music Makes Strategic Acquisitions

In a bold move to strengthen its position in the Indian music industry, Times Music has announced the acquisition of two prominent regional record labels: Symphony Recording Co and ARC Musicq. This marks the company's first acquisitions since its partnership with Primary Wave Music in 2023.

Times Music acquires two regional record labels

Symphony Recording Co: A Legacy of Devotional Music

Starting as a retail music store in 1983, Symphony Recording Co has grown to become South India's top devotional music label. With a vast catalogue of over 350 audio and 100 video albums, it has established a universal appeal. The label's YouTube channels have seen remarkable growth, boasting a viewership of nearly 2 billion and doubling its revenue in the past four years.

ARC Musicq: Pioneering Kannada Music

Since its inception in 1985, ARC Musicq has been at the forefront of expanding Indian folk music and film soundtracks. Distributed by Times Music since 2017, it has contributed to over 75% of A-grade movie OSTs. The label's four YouTube channels have also experienced significant growth, with a viewership exceeding 2 billion.

These acquisitions highlight Times Music's commitment to enriching its portfolio and embracing the diverse musical heritage of India.