Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE is currently leading through its innovative and progressive approach to the digital music era across its label, distribution and publishing arms. With its focus on early stage artist development, the San Francisco based company has been instrumental in identifying future icons and launching the careers of both multi-platinum and award winning artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy DML, Shaboozey, Asake, XXXTentacion, and…
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Founded in 2010 by Bay Area native Ghazi, EMPIRE is currently leading through its innovative and progressive approach to the digital music era across its label, distribution and publishing arms.
With its focus on early stage artist development, the San Francisco based company has been instrumental in identifying future icons and launching the careers of both multi-platinum and award winning artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Fireboy DML, Shaboozey, Asake, XXXTentacion, and Anderson .Paak.
More than a decade in, EMPIRE continues to grow as the largest privately held record company in the U.S. In recent years, EMPIRE has expanded its global footprint with teams and offices in Africa, Europe, Asia and South America amplifying culture worldwide.
Through crafting bespoke deals that are always in favor of the artist, EMPIRE is able to form a true partnership with each artist and label on its roster. Coupled with their unique software for analytics, recoupment, and royalties, which is available to every partner, the company offers a level of transparency unprecedented in the music industry.
LinkedIn followers
39,374
People associated on LinkedIn
1,213
Reported office locations
San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, US
New York, New York, NY, US
Atlanta, Atlanta, NY, US
Lagos, NG
Business categories
Music Label
Information Technology
Music
Other recorded names
EMPIRE
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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Reported total investment
0
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Industry
Musicians
Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Organization type
Privately Held
Year founded
2010
EMPIRE has 1 open jobs in Canada as of November 6, 2026.
EMPIRE: With its focus on early stage artist development, the San Francisco based company has been instrumental in identifying future icons and launching…
5+ YOECandidates need at least 5 years of marketing or A&R experience in the entertainment industry, with a record of breaking new artists. They also need knowledge of Punjabi, hip-hop, R&B and desi music, strong organization and communication skills, and must be based in Toronto.