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Gold Typhoon Group is a Chinese entertainment company founded in Hong Kong as Gold Label in 2004 with the support of EMI. It acquired EMI Music Taiwan / EMI Music China (Typhoon Records) in 2008 to adopt its current name. On 1 January 2011, it became a wholly owned subsidiary of Pacific Global Management Asia (PGMA) under the leadership of Chairman Louis Pong. The company was acquired by Warner Music Group in April 2014.[1]

Key Information

Gold Typhoon represents many Chinese and international artists, and has offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Taipei and Hong Kong. In 2004, former Go East Entertainment CEO Paco Wong decided to not work with the parent company of Go East, Universal Group Hong Kong, but to instead work for EMI Hong Kong as they promised to launch a new label. Paco Wong was to have total control of the new label which became Gold Label Entertainment.

History

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In 2004, former Go East Entertainment CEO Paco Wong decided to not work with the parent company of Go East, Universal Group Hong Kong, but to instead work for EMI Hong Kong as they promised to launch a new label. Paco Wong was to have total control of the new label which became Gold Label Entertainment.

All products of Gold Label Entertainment share the same ISRC and bar-code system with EMI which include, "07243-", "00946-" and newly released "50999-". Gold Label under EMI has released the first DRM-free music downloading agreement with Hong Kong's local mobile brand CSL mobile.[citation needed] In addition to marketing and distribution, the company is also involved in artist and concert management.

EMI Music Hong Kong decided to delegate its local activities to Gold Label, leaving EMI to concentrate on international artists. Gold Label has also taken over EMI Hong Kong's local artists roster, which includes Kary Ng, Stephy Tang, Cookies, Ping Pung, Edmond Leung. With the launch of Capitol Music Taiwan by EMI, Gold Label is now working to market Taiwanese diva Jolin Tsai in Hong Kong. The label has signed local singers Miriam Yeung and Sandy Lam. Together, with re-shaping local stars Ronald Cheng, Leo Ku and Edmond Leung, Gold Label is now one of the largest music companies in Hong Kong.

The company also promotes new artists. Justin Lo, a singer-songwriter from the United States, won all new artist's awards in Hong Kong in 2005 by having the top-10 best selling records in Hong Kong 2005.

In the circulated materials such as the Red Bus Airplay Calculation, Gold Label Entertainment is still referred as EMI.

In July 2008, EMI Group and Gold Label announced EMI would sell all its 50% stakes at Gold Label Entertainment Ltd., Push Typhoon Records and the whole EMI Music Taiwan to Typhoon Group. And Gold Label Records and Gold Label Entertainment would change its name to Gold Typhoon with branches in the Greater China region. Also, EMI would appoint Gold Typhoon as its only distributing partners in the region. Conversely, Gold Typhoon would release through EMI internationally.

On 1 January 2011, Gold Typhoon Group became a wholly owned subsidiary of Pacific Global Management.

It was acquired by Warner Music Group in April 2014.

Music

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Gold Typhoon Group is the exclusive licensee of EMI's physical and digital music in China and Taiwan. Gold Typhoon also releases albums from European and American, Korean and Japanese artists. Gold Typhoon's catalogue contains more than 600,000 Chinese and international songs. As one of the biggest record labels and artist management companies in greater China, Gold Typhoon represents more than 50 Chinese pop artists, including Taiwan artists A-Mei, Show Lo, Elva Hsiao, Lollipop F, Jing Chang; mainland China artists Xu Wei, Li Jian, Zhang Wei, Fu Xinbo, Peiyi Yang and Hong Kong artist Ronald Cheng, Wu Jing, Edmond Leung, Rubberband, Louis Cheung and so forth.

Gold Typhoon also acts as an agent for international artists, and provides distribution and marketing in greater China for artists including Coldplay, Katy Perry, Kylie Minogue, Robbie Williams, Lady Antebellum, David Guetta, Maksim, Michael Learns To Rock; Japanese artists including Hikaru Utada, AKB48, Glay, Miyavi, Nana Mizuki; Korean idol Jang Keun-Suk, After School; and classical musicians Yundi Li, Xuefei Yang, Sarah Chang and Niu Niu.

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Gold Typhoon has partnerships with many well-known Chinese and international brands. Gold Typhoon's business development department arranges brand ambassadorships for its artists, such as Yundi Li (Zegna), David Tao and A-Mei (Masterkong Ice Tea), Fahrenheit (Masterkong 3+2), David Tao and S.H.E (Daphne), Li Jian and Anson Hu (Nokia), and Bibi Zhou (Bossini, Aoni Stereo).

Brands sponsored shows for Gold Typhoon Artists include: Show Lo's live performance in Hong Kong sponsored by SaSa, Pepsi Coke and Fortress; Chow Tai Fook Jewellery sponsored Stephy Tang's concert; Rubberband received supports from Samsung and Volkswagen sponsored Big Four's tour.

Other business partners include Hutchison Telecom Hong Kong, Chivas, Chung Yuen Hong Kong, Shiseido, Levis, EPS, Giorano and so forth.[citation needed]

Artist Management

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Gold Label was started as a small artist management agency. Paco Wong was named the "Golden Agent" in Hong Kong as he helped many once unsuccessful artists build up their careers, including Jacky Cheung, Andy Lau, Aaron Kwok, Sammi Cheng, Miriam Yeung, Sally Yeh, Sandy Lam, and Leo Ku. Generally speaking, rosters from Gold Label Management are signed to its music department when artists start their singing career. Before EMI Music Hong Kong delegated local artist activities to Gold Label Entertainment, Gold Label Management was already home of EMI's rosters, including Edmond Leung and The Cookies.

Now Gold Typhoon Group is the artist manager of many artists like Xu Wei, Li Jian in Mainland, Lollipop F in Taiwan, Terry Zou, AOA and other artists in Hong Kong. Gold Typhoon also shared the rights to manage other artists like A-mei, Elva Hsiao, Show Lo etc.[citation needed]

Concert production

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In 2004, Gold Label began concert production. The first concert produced was Miriam Yeung's KungHiFatChoi Concert Vol. 3 in February 2004 in association with East Asia Entertainment, Abbas Entertainment Hong Kong and Yiu Wing Entertainment. After gaining experience through independent concerts, they are now producing for their own rosters by outsourcing to other entertainment firms and production houses. Other concert productions include Edmond Leung's I love Kitchen Concert, Jolin Tsai's Dancing Forever World Tour in Hong Kong, Leo Ku's Magic Moments Live 2007, Stephy Tang's See Thru Concert 2007 and Kary Ng's Lady K Concert 2008.

Gold Typhoon has an experienced live performance production team, and has held and helped arrange successful performances in recent years, for artists including David Tao, Show Lo, A-Mei, Elva Hsiao, Bibi Zhou, Yundi, Xu Wei, Li Jian, Ronald Cheng, The Flowers/Zhang Wei, Rubberband, Michael Learns To Rock, Maksim, and Niu Niu.[citation needed]

Artist rosters

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Hong Kong

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Mainland China

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Philippines

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Taiwan

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South Korea

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Singapore

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Japan

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International artists

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Classical artists

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Previous artists

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EMI Catalogue

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  • Thirty Seconds to Mars 30秒上火星
  • Lenny Kravitz 藍尼克羅維茲
  • A Fine Frenzy 美麗瞬間
  • Leon Jay Williams 立威廉
  • A Place To Bury Strangers 亂葬崗樂團
  • Leon Russell 里昂羅素
  • A.K. A.K. (Atomic Kitten)
  • Les Petits Chanteurs De Saint 聖馬克教堂兒童合唱團
  • About Group 關於我們
  • LeToya 樂朵雅
  • Adam Faith 亞當費斯
  • Levon Helm 李翁赫姆
  • Adam Tensta 亞當坦斯達
  • Liars 騙徒樂團
  • Adem 亞當樂團
  • Lightships 燈船樂團
  • Adrian Sherwood 亞卓安雪伍
  • Lightspeed Champion 光速玩家
  • Air 空氣
  • 里菈當斯 *Lila Downs
  • 飛航管制樂團 *Air Traffic
  • 莉莉艾倫 *Lily Allen
  • 艾爾史都華 *Al Stewart
  • 林迪斯芳樂團 *Lindisfarne
  • 艾倫蘇松*Alain Souchon
  • 流動液態合唱團*Liquid Liquid
  • 亞倫班奈，彼得庫克，喬納森米勒和杜德利摩爾 Alan Bennett, Peter Cook, Jona
  • 調皮賈姬 Little Jackie
  • 呼叫樂團之艾利克斯 Alex Band
  • 臨場感樂團 Live
  • 北極潑猴之艾力克斯 Alex Turner
  • 麗茲費兒 Liz Phair
  • 亞歷山大 Alexander Pries
  • 麗莎曼妮 Liza Manili
  • 艾爾菲樂團 ALFIE
  • 麗莎明妮莉 Liza Minnelli
  • 愛麗絲 Alice
  • 蘿恩 Loane
  • 束縛艾利斯 Alice In Chains
  • 親親隆尼 Loney, Dear
  • 聖女合唱團 All Saints
  • 灰狼一族合唱團 Los Lobos
  • 合而為一 ALL-4-ONE
  • 陸巴洛 Lou Barlow
  • 幻化結構樂團 Alter Bridge
  • 路易斯普萊瑪 Louis Prima
  • 阿莉和阿J Aly&AJ * 愛是唯一樂團 Love Is All
  • 雌雄同體 AMORPHOUS ANDROGYNOUS
  • 愛戀樂團 Lovex
  • 安柏林樂團 ANBERLIN
  • 菁英份子 LOW MILLIONS
  • 安迪貝爾 Andy Bell
  • 露仙妮鮑耶 Lucienne Boyer
  • 安琪哈特 Angie Hart
  • 露西妮黛伊樂 Lucienne Delyle
  • 動物共同體樂團 Animal Collective
  • 路克布萊恩 Luke Bryan
  • 恩雅亞柏瑞克 ANJA GARBAREK
  • 茹絲卡薩爾 Luz Casal
  • 安娜卡維 Anna Calvi
  • 小麥：麥特波柯拉 M. Pokora
  • 安妮克拉克 Anne Clark
  • 天生玩家樂團 M.V.P.
  • 安瑪莉 Anne Murray
  • M83
  • 世外桃源 Arcadia
  • 馬卡寇樂團 Macaco
  • 阿奇布朗森軍團 Archie Bronson Outfit
  • K小姐 Mademoiselle K
  • 北極潑猴 Arctic Monkeys
  • 瘋子樂團 Madness
  • 阿里斯蒂德布里昂 Aristide Bruant
  • 聖母合唱團 MADREDEUS
  • 阿諾 Arno
  • 麥佐迦達樂團 Madrugada
  • 澀藝術樂團 ART BRUT
  • 雜誌樂團 Magazine
  • 亞洲音效轉錄機構 ASIAN DUB FOUNDATION
  • 神力系統 Magic System
  • 運動失調症（嗆辣紅椒之約翰伏許安） Ataxia
  • 天使 Malachai
  • 體育健將樂團 Athlete
  • 曼朵戴歐樂團 Mando Diao
  • 光明女神 Austra
  • 黑手黨 Mano Negra
  • 阿凡 Avant
  • 曼森 Mansun
  • 紅色艾希爾 Axelle Red
  • 面孔 Maps
  • 步履蹣跚樂團 Babyshambles
  • 馬克安東 Marc Antoin
  • 塗鴉男孩 Badly Drawn Boy
  • 馬克穆林 Marc Moulin
  • 巴哈人 Baha Men
  • 瑪西遊樂園 Marcy Playground
  • 巴特摩拉 Baltimora
  • 瑪莉笛比 Marie Digby
  • BJH樂團 Barclay James Harvest
  • 海獅合唱團 Marillion
  • 裸體淑女 Barenaked Ladies
  • 瑪麗莎蒙特 Marisa Monte
  • 貝瑞亞當森 Barry Adamson
  • 「窈窕美眉」瑪莉特 Marit Larsen
  • 棒棒仙女 Bat For Lashes
  • 瑪麗莎 Mariza
  • 巴克斯特狄爾瑞 Baxter Dury
  • 馬可休斯頓 Marques Houston
  • BBC無線電音樂工場 BBC Radiophonic Workshop
  • 馬蒂史都華 Marty Stuart
  • 華麗爵士樂團 BE Bop Deluxe
  • 瑪麗霍普金斯 Mary Hopkin
  • 野獸男孩 Beastie Boys
  • 強烈衝擊 Massive Attack
  • 貝貝 Bebe
  • 黑幫教父P Master P
  • 陛尼曼 Beenie Man

* 馬地雅巴沙樂團 Matia Bazar

  • 貝琳達 Belinda
  • 麥特蒙洛 Matt Monro
  • 貝琳達卡萊兒 Belinda Carlisle
  • 麥特納森 Matt Nathanson
  • 班哈伯 Ben Harper
  • 萬事OK樂團 MATTAFIX
  • 班哈伯與絕情樂團 Ben Harper And Relentless 7
  • 馬提亞斯海恩 Matthias Reim
  • 班哈伯與天真罪犯樂團 Ben Harper And The Innocent Cr
  • 馬堤亞多納 Mattia Donna
  • 班哲明弼歐雷 Benjamin Biolay
  • 墨利斯雪佛萊 Maurice Chevalier
  • 賓居費瑞 Benjy Ferree
  • 麥克斯波艾斯 Max Boyce
  • 弼尼曼 BENNIE MAN
  • 冰封凍原 Max Tundra
  • 伯特詹茨 Bert Jansch
  • 麥斯米蘭 Maximilian Hecker
  • 貝詩歐頓 Beth Orton
  • 迷宮樂團與法藍基比佛利 Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly
  • 碧薇莉奈特 Beverley Knight
  • 有志一同 Me And My Army
  • 大人物 BIG BOI
  • 肉塊 Meat Loaf
  • 珊瑚樂團之比爾瓊斯 Bill Ryder-Jones
  • 麥加帝斯 Megadeth
  • 比利艾鐸 Billy Idol
  • 媚兒喜 Mel C
  • 比利普瑞斯登 Billy Preston
  • 梅格海洛 Merle Haggard
  • 比利史奎爾 Billy Squier
  • 麥可法藍堤與先鋒樂團 Michael Franti & Spearhead
  • 黑色骰子樂團 Black Dice
  • 搖滾麥克 Michael Learns To Rock
  • 黑色草原 Black Prairie
  • 麥可尼曼 Michael Nyman
  • 黑色安息日 Black Sabbath
  • 米克哈維 MICK HARVEY
  • 白色樂團 BLANC
  • 三維麥基 Mickey 3D
  • 瞽目守護神樂團 Blind Guardian
  • 米茲尤瑞 Midge Ure
  • 金髮美女合唱團 Blondie
  • 午夜巨神 Midnight Juggernauts
  • 血橙 Blood Orange
  • 邁可布蘭特 Mike Brant
  • BLUE
  • 救世主 MIMS
  • 布勒合唱團 Blur
  • 米娜 Mina
  • 巴布席格與銀彈合唱團 Bob Seger & The Silver Bullet
  • 明蒂史密斯 Mindy Smith
  • 鮑比維 Bobby Vee
  • 小貓小姐 MISS KITTEN
  • 空殼樂團 BODIES WITHOUT ORGANS (BWO)
  • 蜜絲婷瑰 Mistinguett
  • 小兔子王子比利 Bonnie 'Prince' Billy
  • 魔比 Moby
  • 邦妮芮特 BONNIE RAITT
  • 蒙提卡查察 Monte Cazazza
  • 柏拉許樂團 Bratsch
  • 晨跑樂團 Morning Parade
  • 布朗德雷諾斯樂團 Braund Reynolds
  • 晨跑健將樂團 Morning Runner
  • 瘋狂班哲明樂團 Breaking Benjamin
  • 晨木樂團 Morningwood
  • BREAKS合作社 BREAKS CO-OP
  • 莫里西 Morrissey
  • 布萊恩伊諾 Brian Eno
  • 原動力樂團 Motor
  • 布萊恩威爾森 Brian Wilson
  • 泡泡T. DJ Mousse T. vs The Dandy Warhols
  • B.E.F. British Electric Foundation
  • M M
  • 布魯斯福賽斯 Bruce Forsyth
  • 永生樂團 N.E.R.D.
  • 布魯諾寇萊 BRUNO COULAIS
  • N.W.A
  • 布萊恩費瑞 Bryan Ferry
  • 納京高 Nat King Cole
  • 疤 霸 Bubba Sparxxx
  • 尼克13 Nick 13
  • 吵鬧公雞樂團 Buzzcocks
  • 尼克凱夫與壞種子樂團 Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
  • C級謀殺 C-Murder
  • 尼克凱夫與華倫艾利斯 Nick Cave & Warren Ellis
  • C21
  • 核心塵土樂隊 Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
  • 伏爾泰小酒館 Cabaret Voltaire
  • 北方孤星 Novastar
  • 凱撒大帝 CAESARS
  • Ok Go
  • 卡力 Cali
  • 奧莉薇亞紐頓強 Olivia Newton-John
  • 卡蜜兒 Camille
  • 歐瑪瑞 Omarion
  • 罐頭樂團 Can
  • 黑夜行列合唱團OMD Orchestral Manoeuvres In The D
  • 坎蒂絲妲頓 Candi Staton
  • 聖堂豪傑 ORISHAS
  • 領隊樂團 Captain
  • 熊 Ours
  • 卡爾諾倫 Carl Norén
  • 歐文帕雷特 Owen Pallett
  • 北方車庫樂團 CARPARK NORTH
  • 保羅艾波朗 Pablo Alborán
  • 凱斯馬克歐斯 Cass McCombs
  • 佩特班納塔 Pat Benatar
  • 卡休斯樂團 Cassius
  • 派特格林 Pat Green
  • 查爾阿茲納弗 Charles Aznavour
  • 保羅安卡 Paul Anka
  • 夏勒川諾 Charles Trenet
  • 保羅麥卡尼 Paul McCartney
  • 小查理 Charlie Green
  • 保羅歐肯弗德 PAUL OAKENFOLD
  • 貓兒 Chat
  • 寶拉阿巴杜 Paula Abdul
  • 恰布曼弭 Cheb Mami
  • 寶琳 Pauline
  • 恰布曼 Cheb Mami
  • 亮點樂團 Peaking Lights
  • 雪莉萊特 Chely Wright
  • 企鵝咖啡館 Penguin Cafe Orchestra
  • 珍愛天女合唱團 Cherish
  • 羅克賽之皮爾蓋斯雷 Per Gessle
  • 屎蛋幫 Chiddy Bang
  • 寵物店男孩 Pet Shop Boys
  • 首領樂團 Chief
  • 彼得道堤 Peter Doherty
  • 慶鷹 Chingy
  • 彼得蓋布瑞爾 Peter Gabriel
  • 克里斯汀史瓦力耶 Christian Chevallier
  • 佩特菈 尚 菲莉普森 Petra Jean Phillipson
  • 綺拉布蕾克 Cilla Black
  • 街頭時尚教皇 菲董 PHARRELL WILLIAMS
  • 曙光樂團 Civil Twilight
  • 鳳凰樂團 Phoenix
  • 克萊兒納穆爾 Claire Denamur
  • 平克佛洛伊德 Pink Floyd
  • 克里夫李察 Cliff Richard
  • 小木偶 Pinocchio
  • 克里夫李察和影子樂團 Cliff Richard & The Shadows
  • 百憂解 Placebo
  • 診療室樂團 Clinic
  • 就是白樂團 Plain White T's
  • 拒當倫敦佬樂團 Cockney Rejects
  • 毒藥合唱團 Poison
  • 酷玩樂團 Coldplay
  • 保拉 Polar
  • 魔法術 CONJURE ONE
  • 波莉 Polly Scattergood
  • 柯賓布魯 Corbin Bleu
  • 搖滾起始 Prime Circle
  • 肯妮貝兒 Corinne Bailey Rae
  • 普莉西雅 Priscilla Ahn
  • 就是這樣樂團 Correcto
  • 格林老師 Professor Green
  • 寇特妮洛芙 Courtney Love
  • Psapp
  • 主義合唱團 Creed
  • 公共形象 Public Image Ltd (P.I.L.)
  • 罪惡與城市之道 Crime And The City Solution
  • 石器時代女王 Queens Of The Stone Age
  • 擠屋合唱團 Crowded House
  • 德國女皇合唱團 Queensryche
  • 文化俱樂部合唱團 Culture Club
  • R.E.M.
  • 墓園三人組 Cypress Hill
  • 電台四號樂團 RADIO 4
  • 德美友誼社 D.A.F.
  • 電台司令 Radiohead
  • 傻瓜龐克 Daft Punk
  • 雷蒙斯合唱團 Ramones
  • 鼠尾老大與丹尼爾盧皮 Danger Mouse & Daniele Luppi
  • 拉斐爾 Raphael
  • 鼠尾老大與天馬樂團 Danger Mouse & Sparklehorse
  • 拉菲爾 Raphael (Spain)
  • 達瑞歐基 Dario G
  • 雷可福磊斯合唱團 Rascal Flatts
  • 戴利斯路克 Darius Rucker
  • 雷查爾斯 Ray Charles
  • 空氣之達克爾 Darkel
  • 雷旺圖拉 Ray Ventura
  • 戴夫高瀚 Dave Gahan
  • 地產樂團 Real Estate
  • 大衛鮑伊 David Bowie
  • 報應樂團 Recoil
  • 大衛庫塔 David Guetta
  • 嗆辣紅椒合唱團 Red Hot Chili Peppers
  • 大衛席維安 David Sylvian
  • 雷恩哈德梅 Reinhard Mey
  • 大衛華特 DAVID WALTERS
  • K勢力樂團 RELIENT K
  • 戴斯 Daz
  • 雷諾德 Renaud
  • 鼠來寶 Deadmau5
  • 復古左輪 Revolver
  • 狄恩馬汀 Dean Martin
  • 李察艾希克羅 RICHARD ASHCROFT
  • 深紫色合唱團 Deep Purple
  • 李察哈里 Richard Hawley
  • 黛莉雅與蓋文 Delia Gonzalez & gavin Russom
  • 理察瑪爾克斯 Richard Marx
  • DFB DEM FRANCHIZE BOYZ
  • 希娜凱蒂 Rina Ketty
  • 流行尖端 Depeche Mode
  • 聳立樂團 Rise To Remain
  • 浪跡天涯 Deportees
  • 羅比威廉斯 Robbie Williams
  • 德瑞克和克萊夫 Derek & Clive
  • 羅勃帕瑪 Robert Palmer
  • 狄克西午夜狂奔者 Dexy's Midnight Runners
  • 羅伯藍道夫與家族樂團 Robert Randolph And The Family
  • 璀鑽 Diam's
  • 羅賓特羅爾 Robin Trower
  • 戴蒙妲葛拉絲 Diamanda Galas
  • 羅夫 Rohff
  • 戴安娜羅絲 Diana Ross
  • Moloko之蘿西墨菲 Roisin Murphy
  • 黛安柏奇 Diane Birch
  • 放肆翻滾樂團 Roll Deep
  • 狄耶克斯班特利 Dierks Bentley
  • 荷曼瑟達 Romane Serda
  • 靡幻主義 DIGITALISM
  • 羅珊凱許 Rosanne Cash
  • 廣大群眾樂團 Dilated People
  • 蘿西 Rose
  • 迪奧高 Diogo Nogueira
  • 羅克賽 Roxette
  • 骯髒計畫 Dirty Projectors
  • 羅西音樂 Roxy Music
  • 骯髒計畫與碧玉 Dirty Projectors & Björk
  • 皇家愛樂管弦樂團 Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
  • 朵絲蕾娜 Dolcenera
  • 洛伊薩普樂團 Röyksopp
  • 多明尼克天字號 Dominique A
  • 羅伊沃德樂團 Royworld
  • 桃樂絲特洛伊 Doris Troy
  • 李察艾希克羅與音樂聯合國 RPA And The United Nations Of
  • 多佛樂團 Dover
  • Runrig
  • 鴿子樂團 Doves
  • 莎賓娜 Sabrina Starke
  • 開心醫生合唱團 Dr. Feelgood
  • 聖靈 Sacred Spirit
  • 虎克博士 Dr. Hook
  • 杉德凡朵 Sander Van Doorn
  • 約翰博士 Dr. John
  • 珊蒂蕭 SANDIE SHAW
  • 湯姆博士 Dr. Tom
  • 珊卓拉 Sandra
  • 恐怖地帶 Dreadzone
  • 桑德琳 Sandrine Kiberlain
  • BLUE 之 唐肯 Duncan James
  • 小心樂團 Saosin
  • 杜蘭杜蘭合唱團 Duran Duran
  • 薩克森合唱團 Saxon
  • 狄安吉羅 D'Angelo
  • 史考特史戴普 Scott Stapp
  • 厄莎姬特 Eartha Kitt
  • 官樣文章 Scritti Politti
  • Eazy-E
  • 西巴豆樂團 Sebadoh
  • 艾德哈寇 ED HARCOURT
  • 騷動者樂團 Seether
  • 艾迪柯克蘭 Eddie Cochran
  • 席琳娜 Selena
  • 艾德布勞頓樂團 Edgar Broughton Band
  • 千年樂團 Sennen
  • 橙橘之夢之愛德嘉佛洛斯 Edgar Froese
  • 賽斯 Seth Gueko
  • 伊迪絲琵雅芙 Edith Piaf
  • 塞斯雷克曼 Seth Lakeman
  • 艾格 E.g.
  • 性手槍樂團 Sex Pistols
  • 電光合唱團 Electric Light Orchestra (ELO)
  • 變形雙俠 Shapeshifters
  • 送報童里德 Eli 'Paperboy' Reed
  • 夏恩穆林斯 Shawn Mullins
  • 艾蓮艾莉亞 Eliane Elias
  • 她和他樂團 She & Him
  • 伊莉莎 Eliza Doolittle
  • 狂嘯嘶吼樂團 SHOUT OUT LOUDS
  • 艾略特史密斯 Elliott Smith
  • 希雅 SIA
  • 殷洛伊樂團 Eloy
  • 生病狗狗樂團 Sick Puppies
  • 貓王 Elvis Presley
  • BLUE 之 賽門韋伯 Simon Webbe
  • 艾蜜莉珊黛 Emeli Sandé
  • 西蒙懷特 Simone White
  • 艾蜜莉 Emily Osment
  • 頭腦簡單合唱團 Simple Minds
  • 艾明 Emin
  • 就是紅合唱團 Simply Red
  • 太陽帝國 Empire Of The Sun
  • 辛妮歐康諾 Sinead O'connor
  • 時尚終結者 END OF FASHION
  • 搖滾小魔女 Skye Skye
  • 謎 Enigma
  • 嗜睡布朗 Sleepy Brown
  • 顏尼歐莫里克奈 Ennio Morricone
  • 史林惠特曼 Slim Whitman
  • EPMD
  • 潑婦樂團 Slut
  • 滅跡合唱團 Erasure
  • 非凡人物樂團 Smashing Pumpkins
  • 艾瑞克裘奇 Eric Church
  • 史努比狗狗 Snoop Dogg
  • 艾瑞克普茲 Eric Prydz
  • 蘇菲 O SOFFY O
  • 伊天達荷 Etienne Daho
  • 山卓勒許與對峙3人組 SONDRE LERCHE & THE FACES DOWN
  • 伊天哲也 Etienne Jaumet
  • 兒子女兒樂團 Sons & Daughters
  • 尤金麥基尼斯 Eugene McGuinness
  • 薩普落 Soprano
  • 伊凡塞斯 Evanescence
  • 靈魂復仇者 Soul Avengerz
  • 青春無敵合唱團 Everlife
  • 史班杜芭蕾 Spandau Ballet
  • 只要女孩合唱團 Everything But The Girl
  • 天馬樂團 Sparklehorse
  • 費絲伊凡 FAITH EVANS
  • 斯巴達樂團 SPARTA
  • 法爾可 Falco
  • 極速樂團 Speedway
  • 肥仔喬 Fat Joe
  • 辣妹合唱團 Spice Girls
  • 浮士德 Faust
  • 形而上合唱團 Spiritualized
  • 芬黎樂團 Finley
  • 幸福甜檸檬Stacie Stacie Orrico
  • 軟腳蝦樂團 FLABBY
  • 星航樂團 Starsailor
  • 偉恩的噴泉樂團 FOUNTAINS OF WAYNE
  • 鋼眼視線樂團 Steeleye Span
  • 法蘭克波賽爾 Franck Pourcel
  • 史黛拉 Stella Mwangi
  • 馮絲華哈蒂 Francoise Hardy
  • 立體音箱樂團 STERIOGRAM
  • 法蘭克辛納屈 Frank Sinatra
  • 史提夫曼森 Steve Mason
  • 法蘭基米勒 Frankie Miller
  • 史提夫曼森和丹尼斯波沃爾 Steve Mason & Dennis Bovell
  • 皇后合唱團之佛萊迪墨裘瑞 FREDDIE MERCURY
  • 史提查普曼 Steven Curtis Chapman
  • 自由能量樂團 Free Energy
  • 史都華麥克 Stewart Mac
  • 歡樂三男組 Fun Boy Three
  • 次音速樂團 Subsonica
  • 芙莉雅樂團 FURIA
  • 超級幼苗 Supergrass
  • 銀河五百樂團 Galaxie 500
  • 蘇珊薇格 SUZANNE VEGA
  • 黑幫英雄 Gang Starr
  • 蘇西奎特蘿 Suzi Quatro
  • 蓋瑞摩爾 Gary Moore
  • 瑞典浩室黑手黨 Swedish House Mafia
  • X 世代樂團 Generation X
  • 席德波瑞特 Syd Barrett
  • 創世紀合唱團 Genesis
  • 說話藝術合唱團 Talk Talk
  • 溫柔的巨人樂團 Gentle Giant
  • 臉部特寫合唱團 Talking Heads
  • 喬治登尼爾斯 Georg Wadenius
  • 橙橘之夢 Tangerine Dream
  • 喬治芬頓與BBC交響樂團 George Fenton With The BBC Orc * 駕馭浩室樂團 Teamster
  • 喬治哈里森 George Harrison
  • 泰迪湯普森 Teddy Thompson
  • 喬治索羅古德 George Thorogood
  • 青少年俱樂部合唱團與傑德菲爾 Teenage Fanclub & Jad Fair
  • 喬治索羅古德與摧毀者合唱團 George Thorogood & The Destroy
  • 電氣拍普樂團 TELEPOPMUSIK
  • 喬治蓋塔理 Georges Guetary
  • 電報機樂團 Telex
  • 喬治裘邦 Georges Jouvin
  • 十年後合唱團 Ten Years After
  • 葛瑞拉菲提 Gerry Rafferty
  • 聖母合唱團泰瑞莎與巴西音樂大師 TERESA SALGUEIRO & SEPTETO DE
  • 吉柏貝考 Gilbert Becaud
  • 情色幻眼樂團 THE 69 EYES
  • 葛倫坎坡 Glen Campbell
  • 異形樂團 THE ALIENS
  • 冰金樂團 Goldfrapp
  • 叛客魔咒之全能好手樂團 THE ALMOST
  • 高梅茲 GOMEZ
  • 諾亞方舟樂團 The Ark
  • 狂野夏洛特 Good Charlotte
  • 樂隊合唱團 The Band
  • 街頭霸王 Gorillaz
  • 英國皇家御林軍連隊軍樂隊 The Band Of The Grenadier Guar
  • 葛拉罕卡克森 Graham Coxon
  • 海灘男孩合唱團 The Beach Boys
  • 格蘭費雪 Gran Bel Fisher
  • 披頭四 The Beatles
  • 格蘭大道 Grand Avenue
  • 小蜜蜂合唱團 THE BEES
  • 大放克鐵道合唱團 Grand Funk Railroad
  • 貝塔樂團 The Beta Band
  • 大白鯊合唱團 Great White
  • 小鳥與蜜蜂 The Bird And The Bee
  • 葛瑞格拉斯威爾 Greg Laswell
  • 藍色飛機樂團 The Blue Aeroplanes
  • 尼克凱夫之齧齒人樂團 Grinderman
  • 傻瓜狗狗樂團 The Bonzo Dog Band
  • 蓋麥紐基恩 Guy Manoukian
  • 化學兄弟 The Chemical Brothers
  • 荷黛絲 Hadise
  • 花栗鼠三重唱 The Chipmunks
  • 鷹族雄風樂團 Hawkwind
  • 孔固力樂團 THE CONCRETES
  • 海瑟海德利 Heather Hedley
  • 伯爵和辛登 The Count And Sinden
  • 天堂17樂團 Heaven 17
  • 丹地沃荷 The Dandy Warhols
  • 海倫夏佩羅 Helen Shapiro
  • 壓軸樂團 The Decemberists
  • 費莎 Helene Fischer
  • 神聖喜劇 THE DIVINE COMEDY
  • 亨利薩爾瓦多 Henri Salvador
  • 墮落樂團 The Fall
  • 沈默英雄樂團 Heroes Del Silencio
  • 菲里斯合唱團 The Feelies
  • 公路狂徒 Highwaymen
  • 芬氏兄弟 THE FINN BROTHERS
  • 希拉蕊 Hilary Duff
  • 加油合唱團 The Go-Go's
  • 好奇樂團 Hockey
  • 善性樂團 The Good Natured
  • 勁辣薯片 Hot Chip
  • The Good,The Bad & The Queen
  • 熱巧克力 Hot Chocolate
  • 赫里斯合唱團 The Hollies
  • 霍華德卡本達 Howard Carpendale
  • 日本明星夢工廠 The Japanese Popstars
  • 人類聯盟合唱團 Human League
  • 殺手樂團 The Kills
  • 亨佛萊利托頓樂團 Humphrey Lyttelton & His Band
  • 傻瓜樂團 The Kooks
  • 來自巴塞隆納 I'm From Barcelona
  • 末代皮影樂團 The Last Shadow Puppets
  • 伊恩安德森 Ian Anderson
  • 小東西樂團 THE LITTLE ONES
  • 冰塊 Ice Cube
  • 小鳥與蜜蜂之小鳥三重唱 The Living Sisters
  • 荒野樂團 Idlewild
  • 磁場樂團 The Magnetic Fields
  • 伊吉帕普 Iggy Pop
  • 麥可旋克 The Michael Schenker Group
  • 伊瑪 Imam Baildi
  • 樂音樂團 The Music
  • Indigo藍 Indigo
  • 暢快樂團 The Nice
  • 藍色少女合唱團 Indigo Girls
  • 恐慌計畫 The Panic Channel
  • 神奇魔毯合唱團 Inspiral Carpets
  • 粉蠟筆與網球外套樂團 The Pastels / Tenniscoats
  • 國際刑警樂團 INTERPOL
  • 普羅克萊門兄弟 The Proclaimers
  • 鐵娘子樂團 Iron Maiden
  • 失常樂團 The Quireboys
  • 伊凡諾佛薩地 Ivano Fossati
  • 羅達黑天教寺 The Radha Krsna Temple
  • J. Holiday
  • 鼠黨 The Rat Pack
  • 傑克羅馬克思 Jackie Lomax
  • 紅衫軍樂團 The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus
  • 雅克伊熱蘭 Jacques Higelin
  • 勞伯克雷樂團 The Robert Cray Band
  • 潔米莉雅 Jamelia
  • 滾石合唱團 The Rolling Stone
  • 詹姆斯泰勒 James Taylor
  • 聖徒樂團 The Saints
  • 詹姆斯約克 James Yorkston
  • 逐夢者合唱團 The Seekers
  • 詹姆斯約克與大眼睛樂團 James Yorkston & The Big Eyes Family Players
  • The Source與坎蒂絲妲頓 The Source Feat Candi Staton
  • 怪咖傑米 Jamie T
  • 特別人物合唱團 The Specials
  • 珍寶金 Jane Birkin
  • 史賓托樂團 THE SPINTO BAND
  • 珍的耽溺合唱團 Jane's Addiction
  • 羅比威廉斯與鐵衛部隊 The Squad
  • 珍娜傑克森 Janet Jackson
  • 行刑者合唱團 The Stranglers
  • 傑諾歐森 JANOVE OTTESEN
  • 顫動樂團 The Thrills
  • 日本合唱團 Japan
  • 神韻合唱團 The Verve
  • 傑杰強森 Jay-Jay Johanson
  • 番仔樂團 The Vines
  • 德國新爵士樂隊 Jazzanova
  • 水男孩合唱團 The Waterboys
  • 尚沙伯龍 Jean Sablon
  • 華生雙姝 The Watson Twins
  • 尚路易歐貝 Jean-Louis Aubert
  • 小鬼當家樂團 These Kids Wear Crowns
  • 尚路易穆哈 Jean-Louis Murat
  • 新教徒樂團 These New Puritans
  • 吉妮奧蒂嘉 Jeannie Ortega
  • 湯瑪斯道比 Thomas Dolby
  • JD JERMAINE DUPRI
  • 悸動軟骨 Throbbing Gristle
  • 傑洛米范登豪 Jerome Van Den Hole
  • 雷霆樂團 Thunder
  • 傑西庫克 Jesse Cook
  • 蒂娜亞瑞娜 Tina Arena
  • 傑西麥卡尼 Jesse McCartney
  • 蒂娜透娜 Tina Turner
  • 噴射機合唱團 Jet
  • 天霸泰尼 Tinie Tempah
  • 傑叟羅圖樂團 Jethro Tull
  • 小人物大英雄樂團 Tiny Masters Of Today
  • 金布里克曼 JIM BRICKMAN
  • 提杰安若費洛 Tiziano Ferro
  • 神氣活現的兔子 Jive Bunny
  • 造反樂團 To Kill A King
  • 喬庫克 Joe Cooker
  • 頹廢洛可可樂團 To Rococo Rot
  • 喬伊蒙大拿 Joey Montana
  • 湯姆瓊斯 Tom Jones
  • 約翰貝瑞 John Barry
  • 湯尼艾倫 Tony Allen
  • 約翰凱爾 John Cale
  • 湯尼馮查德 Townes Van Zandt
  • 嗆辣紅椒之約翰伏許安 John Frusciante
  • 崔斯艾金斯 Trace Adkins
  • 約翰藍儂 John Lennon
  • 崔西索恩 Tracey Thorn
  • 約翰塔弗納 John Tavener
  • 崔西垃圾拖車樂團 Trailer Trash Tracys
  • 強尼克雷格 Johnny Clegg
  • 詭計合唱團 Tricky
  • 強尼溫特 JOHNNY WINTER
  • 詭計合唱團與南方好傢伙 Tricky Meets South Rakkas Crew
  • 鬼靈精 Joker's Daughter
  • 崔絲坦 Tristan Prettyman
  • 強霍普金斯 Jon Hopkins
  • 搞怪安德魯 Trouble Andrew
  • 強納斯兄弟 JONAS BROTHERS
  • TRU
  • 席格若斯之雍希 Jonsi
  • 修車電工 TURNER
  • 席格若斯之雍希+艾力克 Jonsi & Alex
  • 崔姬 Twiggy
  • 喬丹波特 Jordan Pruitt
  • 孿生姊妹樂團 Twin Sister
  • 喬瑟芬貝克 Josephine Baker
  • UB40
  • 約書亞凱迪森 JOSHUA KADISON
  • 幽浮合唱團 UFO
  • 喬絲史東 Joss Stone
  • 超音波樂團 Ultravox
  • 璜路易斯蓋德拉 Juan Luis Guerra
  • 叛客魔咒樂團 Underoath
  • 茱莉‧倫敦 Julie London
  • V.E
  • 朱利安克雷 Julien Clerc
  • 瓦萊里奧 Valerio Scanu
  • 小伙子樂團 Junior Boys
  • 梵杭特 VAN HUNT
  • 賈斯汀諾魯卡 Justin Nozuka
  • 范莫里森 Van Morrison
  • K-OS
  • 薇妮 Vanessa Hudgens
  • 卡加咕咕合唱團和利瑪 Kajagoogoo & Limahl
  • 陳美 VANESSA-MAE
  • 凱西黔柏絲 Kasey Chambers
  • 媧庭娜女歌隊 Varttina
  • 凱特布希 Kate Bush
  • 瓦斯科羅西 Vasco Rossi
  • 凱特萊恩 Kate Ryan
  • 薇拉琳恩 Vera Lynn
  • 凱西與陽光合唱團 KC & The Sunshine Band
  • VHS或BETA VHS OR BETA
  • 齊斯艾本 Keith Urban
  • 村民樂團 Villagers
  • 酷莉絲 Kelis
  • 溫尼 Vinnie Who
  • 肯尼羅傑斯 Kenny Rogers
  • 退色狀態 Washed Out
  • 凱倫安 Keren Ann
  • 臨界點樂團 Watershed
  • 凱文艾爾斯 Kevin Ayers
  • 自然科學家樂團 We Are Scientists
  • 琪琪蒂 Kiki Dee
  • 聖徒當機樂團 When Saints Go Machine
  • 金卡恩絲 Kim Carnes
  • 破壞狂樂團 Whirlwind Heat
  • 金懷德 Kim Wilde
  • 小白兔樂團 White Rabbits
  • 特大號加農炮樂團 King Cannons
  • 白蛇合唱團 Whitesnake
  • 雜酚王道 King Creosote
  • 瘋狂野獸合唱團 Wild Beasts
  • 雜酚王道與強霍普金斯 King Creosote & Jon Hopkins
  • 威利尼爾森 Willie Nelson
  • 好自在樂團 Kings Of Convenience
  • 威利曼森 WILLY MASON
  • 克里 Kleerup
  • 大英雄樂團 WIR SIND HELDEN
  • 魔幻電音 KOMPUTER
  • 鋼索樂團 Wire
  • 崆樂團 Korn
  • 恬野雛菊樂團 WIRE DAISIES
  • 電力站樂團 Kraftwerk
  • 羅伯維特，阿茲蒙與史提芬 Wyatt, Atzmon & Stephen
  • 黑色風暴樂團 KRYPTERIA
  • 楊提爾森 Yann Tiersen
  • KT Tunstall * 雅族合唱團 Yazoo
  • 拉比席佛瑞 Labi Siffre
  • 肯定樂團 Yeasayer
  • 淑女與鳥 Lady & Bird
  • 黃色卡片 Yellowcard
  • 懷舊女郎 Lady Antebellum
  • 老大來了 Yo Majesty
  • 菈妃 Lafee
  • 小野洋子 Yoko Ono
  • 慵懶樂團 Laid Back
  • 小野洋子 YOKO ONO
  • 蘿拉曼寧 Laura Marling
  • 活力小子 You Me At Six
  • 蘿拉 蜜雪兒 凱莉 LAURA MICHELLE KELLY
  • 伊孚杜得 Yves Duteil
  • 雷斯魔之洛力 Lauri
  • Zaho
  • 液晶大喇叭 LCD Soundsystem
  • 絕對零度樂團 Zero Assoluto
  • 琳恩瑪蓮 Lene Marlin
  • 佐伊 Zoe

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Gold Typhoon was a Chinese entertainment company and specializing in pop and , with a focus on artists from including , , and . Established in 2003 as Gold Label in in partnership with , the company expanded through a 2008 merger with EMI Music's branches in and , adopting the name Gold Typhoon Entertainments Ltd. and becoming the exclusive licensee for EMI in those markets. In 2011, it became a wholly-owned of Pacific Global Management Asia. Gold Typhoon built one of the largest catalogs of local music in , encompassing over 600,000 songs from both regional and international acts. Notable artists signed to or historically associated with the label include Taiwanese performers such as , , , and Ah Mei; Hong Kong stars like , , , and ; and mainland Chinese talents including and . In April 2014, Warner Music Group acquired Gold Typhoon's recorded music catalog and active artist roster to strengthen its presence in the Chinese market, with the deal closing in June 2014. The acquisition integrated Gold Typhoon's repertoire—described as a "jewel in East Asia’s musical culture"—into Warner's operations, preserving its legacy of influential local pop and rock recordings dating back to the early 1990s, and the catalog continues to be managed under Warner Music Greater China.

History

Founding and Early Development

Gold Label Entertainment was founded in Hong Kong in 2003 by Paco Wong and Norman Cheng as the local branch of , initially operating as a small artist management agency focused on the regional entertainment market. Under Paco Wong's leadership as managing director, the company quickly emphasized artist promotion and management, signing and revitalizing careers of prominent Hong Kong talents including , , and . Wong, often called the "Golden Agent" for his track record in nurturing artists from earlier roles at Go East Entertainment, shaped Gold Label's strategy toward building a strong local roster in and related fields. The initial business model centered on artist management, promotional activities, and penetration of the market through EMI's backing, which provided distribution support and laid the groundwork for expansion. By , under Wong's direction, Gold Label had grown into one of Hong Kong's leading music entities, managing a diverse array of local stars and establishing a foothold in concert production and endorsements.

EMI Merger and Expansion

In August 2008, Gold Label, a Hong Kong-based entertainment company, acquired EMI Music Taiwan outright and purchased EMI's stakes in joint venture companies operating in and , marking a significant consolidation in the Asian . This transaction integrated EMI's established catalogs and operational infrastructure into Gold Label's framework, enabling seamless management of both local and international repertoires across . Following the acquisition, the company rebranded as Gold Typhoon Entertainments Ltd. in September 2008, reflecting its expanded scope and Typhoon Records heritage from the EMI entities. The merger positioned Gold Typhoon as EMI's exclusive licensee for physical and digital music distribution in and , allowing it to handle new releases and legacy content from global artists while bolstering its domestic offerings. Building on its early foundations under industry veteran Paco Wong, Gold Typhoon rapidly scaled operations, establishing offices in key cities including , , , , and by 2011 to support artist development and . This expansion grew the company to over 100 staff members and enabled management of a robust roster of Chinese pop artists, such as and , alongside inherited talents like and . By 2011, Gold Typhoon's catalog had expanded to encompass over 600,000 Chinese and international songs, driven by the integration of EMI's archives and new signings, which solidified its role as a major player in the . The company diversified into full-spectrum operations, encompassing recording, distribution, and promotional activities tailored to the market, thereby enhancing its competitive edge in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. This strategic growth transformed Gold Typhoon from a niche agency into a comprehensive entity focused on bridging local talent with international opportunities.

Acquisitions and Ownership Changes

In 2011, Gold Typhoon Group became a wholly owned of Pacific Global Management Asia (PGMA), a move that provided strengthened financial resources to support its expansion across and . This transition, effective January 1, 2011, under the leadership of PGMA Chairman Louis Pong, followed the company's earlier merger with EMI's regional operations and positioned Gold Typhoon for greater market dominance in the competitive Asian . The pivotal ownership shift occurred in 2014 when Warner Music Group (WMG) acquired Gold Typhoon's recorded music catalog, artist roster, and operational assets from PGMA for an undisclosed amount, marking WMG's strategic entry into the Chinese market. The deal, announced on April 29, 2014, and completed by June 30, 2014, integrated Gold Typhoon's extensive local repertoire—spanning pop and rock from China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore—into WMG's global infrastructure, enhancing the major label's presence in one of the world's largest emerging music markets. Immediate effects of the acquisition included the seamless incorporation of Gold Typhoon's assets into WMG's operations while retaining key local executives, such as Andy Ma, who continued in leadership roles and was later promoted to CEO of Warner Music in April 2020. This retention ensured continuity in regional expertise amid the transition. Strategically, the purchase aligned with WMG's broader push into emerging markets, exemplified by its November 2014 partnership with to distribute WMG's catalog—including Gold Typhoon's—across Chinese digital platforms like , addressing challenges and expanding access to over 800 million users.

Post-2014 Integration with Warner Music

Following the 2014 acquisition, Gold Typhoon was absorbed into Warner Music (WMGGC), serving as the primary entity for WMG's recorded music operations in , , and , while retaining significant local autonomy to navigate the region's unique market dynamics. Offices were maintained and expanded in key cities including , , , and , allowing for localized artist management and content adaptation without full centralization under WMG's global structure. evolved to support this integration, with notable updates such as Andy Ma's appointment as CEO of WMGGC in April 2020, where he oversaw strategic alignment between Gold Typhoon's legacy catalog and WMG's international resources, though Ma departed abruptly in November 2020; Jonathan Serbin succeeded as CEO of Warner Music in 2020 before his promotion to Co-President of Warner Music in 2021. From 2015 to 2025, Gold Typhoon's integration facilitated key developments in digital expansion, particularly through WMG's ongoing partnership with Entertainment, initiated in 2014 but extended to enhance streaming distribution of local and international repertoire across platforms like and . This collaboration contributed to WMG's broader growth in emerging markets, with operations playing a pivotal role in Asia's revenue, as highlighted in WMG's fiscal 2023 earnings report where the region supported overall recorded music streaming increases of 9.6% year-over-year. By 2025, these efforts underscored Gold Typhoon's value in driving WMG's digital monetization, including artist development in genres like Mandarin pop and rock, amid a regional music market that grew 14.9% in 2023 per IFPI data. The integration faced ongoing challenges, including stringent regulatory changes in , such as increased antitrust scrutiny on music licensing practices, with China's examining major labels like WMG for potential dominance abuse in 2025. To adapt, WMGGC emphasized , reinvesting in technology for streaming optimization and artist promotion, while addressing pressures noted in WMG's Q1 2025 earnings, where lighter release schedules in impacted results. These adaptations maintained focus on local and international licensing synergies. As of 2025, Gold Typhoon operates as WMG's core vehicle in , with no major divestitures or rebrands, prioritizing local pop and rock rosters alongside global catalog licensing to sustain regional influence. This structure positions it as a stable contributor to WMG's emerging markets strategy, bolstered by ongoing digital initiatives amid competitive and regulatory landscapes.

Business Operations

Music Catalog and Licensing

Gold Typhoon's music catalog encompasses over 600,000 Chinese and international songs, forming one of the largest collections of local pop and from , , and , alongside licensed international . This catalog, originating from the company's founding in 2003 and bolstered by its 2008 acquisition of operations in the region, includes Mandarin and recordings that emphasize regional cultural resonance, as well as global content such as tracks from artists like and through licensing. As the exclusive licensee for EMI's physical and digital music in and since 2008, Gold Typhoon managed distribution rights for international , enabling tailored in prior to its integration with (WMG). Following WMG's 2014 acquisition of Gold Typhoon's recorded and artist roster, the company gained access to WMG's global distribution network, facilitating broader international reach for its holdings while maintaining regional focus. A pivotal licensing agreement in November 2014 with Holdings allowed WMG's , including Gold Typhoon's catalog, to be distributed across Tencent's platforms like , marking a shift toward streaming dominance in and enhancing promotional integration with social media and gaming services. Gold Typhoon's distribution model combines physical releases, such as CDs adapted for local preferences in and , with digital formats that prioritize accessibility on streaming and platforms. streams derive primarily from licensing agreements with digital service providers and synchronization deals for media use, reflecting the catalog's evolution to a digital-first approach post-2014, which incorporates crossovers like and Western pop to appeal to diverse audiences. This strategy underscores the catalog's unique emphasis on linguistically specific Mandarin and content, positioning it as a cornerstone for cultural export within the region.

Artist Management

Gold Typhoon's artist management division provides comprehensive support to a diverse roster spanning , and classical genres, including guidance, initiatives such as brand ambassadorships, and strategic media promotion to enhance visibility across platforms. The company focuses on talent scouting within , , and , where it identifies and nurtures emerging artists through development programs tailored to their creative and commercial growth, exemplified by its work with singer-songwriters and , whom it signed and promoted to multi-award-winning status. Historically, Gold Typhoon originated as the small-scale Gold Label agency in 2003, under the leadership of managing director Paco Wong—dubbed the "Golden Agent" in for revitalizing careers of established talents like and during its early years. Following its 2014 acquisition by , the management arm evolved to incorporate cross-regional strategies, leveraging WMG's global network to facilitate international opportunities and broader market access for artists in pop, rock, and classical fields. In the current streaming-dominated landscape as of , Gold Typhoon prioritizes digital branding for artists, including optimized online presence and data-driven promotion, alongside fostering international collaborations to adapt to evolving consumption patterns and expand beyond .

Concert Production

Gold Typhoon entered the concert production space through its involvement in live events for key artists, including the recording and release of David Tao's Soul Power live concert album in 2003, which captured performances across multiple tracks from his repertoire. Similarly, the label supported A-Mei's Amit - First World Tour Concert Live in 2009, documenting her global performances that highlighted her aboriginal roots and musical evolution. After Warner Music Group's acquisition of Gold Typhoon's catalog and artist roster in , concert operations integrated WMG's international resources, enabling expanded tours and tie-ins across for regional artists. This model emphasizes in-house planning for artist-led tours in , , and venues, with for complex logistics in major arenas. In 2023, Warner Music formalized a partnership with Galaxy Arena in to co-produce and host concerts, focusing on high-profile cultural events. Post-pandemic recovery has driven annual live music growth in , with over 900 arena and shows in 2023—more than 80% above 2019 levels—allowing for hybrid virtual-physical formats that blend in-person attendance with online streaming for broader reach. Recent efforts include collaborations to facilitate and Western artist tours in the region, leveraging WMG's global network amid easing restrictions.

Sponsorships and Endorsements

Gold Typhoon has facilitated numerous artist endorsement deals and commercial partnerships to enhance brand visibility and revenue streams in the region. Artists under the label, such as , have served as brand ambassadors for consumer products, including her role in the 2009 "Love Your Body" campaign for Watsons , which promoted health and beauty through TV commercials, print ads, and in-store promotions. Similarly, Tse endorsed Fortress in 2009 with the "Imagination Is Power" theme, featuring her in advertisements emphasizing innovative retail experiences. These endorsements exemplify Gold Typhoon's strategy of leveraging artist popularity for in and . Post-acquisition by in 2014, Gold Typhoon integrated into broader global brand tie-ins, enabling artists to collaborate with international companies while maintaining regional focus. For instance, continued endorsement activities, including a 2015 branding campaign for Wharf T&T marking its 20th anniversary, where she starred in a whimsical TV commercial highlighting services. In 2022, she fronted Hong Kong's marketing push for the Xperia 1 IV , demonstrating the label's role in tech endorsements. Additionally, Tse partnered with for an exclusive "FILA ‧ kay…isn't me Collection" in , blending and music promotion. Key partnerships have included collaborations with tech giants like , particularly following Warner Music Group's 2014 acquisition of Gold Typhoon, which facilitated joint digital music promotions and distribution in to expand artist reach across e-commerce and streaming platforms. By 2025, these efforts evolved toward digital endorsements, with establishing dedicated marketing and commerce teams to prioritize integrations and e-commerce tie-ins, boosting revenue from artist promotions and catalog licensing. This shift has positioned Gold Typhoon's roster for enhanced visibility in online brand activations, often integrated with concert production platforms for sponsorship opportunities.

Artists and Catalog

Current Regional Rosters

Gold Typhoon, integrated into Warner Music since 2014, maintains a dynamic roster of active artists focused on , hip-hop, and regional genres, with an emphasis on cross-regional collaborations and international exposure through WMG's global network. The current lineup, comprising superstars and emerging talents, supports cross-promotion strategies that introduce artists to markets like and beyond, while licensing international acts for local distribution. In Hong Kong, the roster features veteran performers like Miriam Yeung, a multifaceted singer-actress who joined in 2022 and continues to release music blending Cantopop with contemporary themes, leveraging WMG's platforms for pan-Asian tours. G.E.M. (Deng Ziqi), known for her powerful vocals and genre-fusing style, has partnered with the label since 2022 for exclusive album releases, enabling her expansion into global streaming audiences. Mainland China's contingent includes high-profile figures such as , an member turned solo artist, who signed a landmark album distribution deal in 2023 to amplify his work in dance-pop and R&B across international borders. Bohan Phoenix, a bilingual rapper pioneering Chinese hip-hop, joined the JUUICE imprint in 2021, facilitating collaborations that bridge urban music scenes in and the West. Taiwan's artists under management highlight enduring Mandopop icons and comeback stories, including , a trailblazing R&B singer who re-signed in 2023 to revitalize her catalog for younger global listeners. , dubbed the "King of Dance," returned to the label in October 2022 following a hiatus, releasing his 13th studio album Wu Zhuang Yuan in 2024 and embarking on world tours to reconnect with fans. Emerging international acts from and are integrated via WMG partnerships, such as Filipino indie-pop band , signed to and featured in 2025 cross-border projects like the ballad "With You" alongside Chinese artist , promoting regional fusion sounds. In and , the label handles distribution for select and talents, while in , local acts benefit from shared promotional resources. For global and classical segments, Gold Typhoon licenses major Western artists like for markets and supports ensembles such as the Symphony Orchestra, which records film-inspired works under Warner Classics to preserve and innovate in the classical domain. These efforts underscore WMG's strategy of nurturing regional stars for worldwide appeal, with recent additions drawn from talent networks across .

Former and Previous Artists

Gold Typhoon's former artists include several prominent figures from the scene who contributed to the label's reputation during its independent era and early post-acquisition period under . Many of these artists were part of the extensive roster and catalog highlighted in the Warner acquisition, which encompassed recordings from Taiwanese talents who helped establish Gold Typhoon's dominance in regional music markets. Departures often stemmed from contract expirations, disputes, or shifts to major international labels following the integration, though the label retained rights to much of their earlier work, preserving its legacy in licensing and reissues. Among the notable former artists is the Lollipop (also known as Lollipop F), a seven-member group formed in 2006 through a Taiwanese . Signed to Gold Typhoon after the 2008 merger with Music Taiwan, they released several albums and achieved significant popularity in with hits like "Megalomania" before a contractual dispute led to their departure in 2013. The group briefly reunited for select performances in the 2020s but has not returned to the label, with members pursuing solo careers or other ventures, underscoring Gold Typhoon's role in launching idol groups during its pre-2014 expansion. Taiwanese R&B pioneer , often called the "godfather of Mandarin R&B," was a key figure in Gold Typhoon's roster, with his soulful albums like Black Tangerine (, via predecessor) shaping the label's reputation for innovative pop. His tenure included multiple releases under Gold Typhoon until post-2014 shifts, after which he signed an exclusive deal with Universal Music in July 2025, partnering through his company GREAT Entertainment to expand his global reach. This move highlights how legacy artists from Gold Typhoon transitioned to broader platforms while leaving behind a catalog that continues to generate revenue for the label through streaming and compilations. Elva Hsiao, recognized as one of Taiwan's "Four Little Divas" for her R&B-influenced , joined in 2008 following the acquisition and released hits like "" during her time there. She departed after her contract concluded, signing a new partnership with Warner Music in 2023 to relaunch her career internationally, leveraging the label's network for distribution. Her exit reflects the fluid artist mobility post-2014, yet retains rights to her earlier recordings, which remain staples in regional playlists. Eric Moo, a Malaysian-born veteran known for romantic ballads such as "Love Song Master," was integral to Gold Typhoon's Taiwanese catalog, with releases dating back to the EMI era. After the 2014 acquisition, he shifted toward independence, investing S$480,000 in his own Shanghai-based music in 2021 to nurture new talents, including his daughter. This transition allowed him to maintain creative control while Gold Typhoon continues to manage and license his classic hits, illustrating the label's enduring impact on his legacy. Phil Chang (Zhang Yu), celebrated for heartfelt ballads like "Well-Intentioned," contributed to 's ballad-heavy repertoire during the 1990s and 2000s under and post-merger. With his last major release around 2014, Chang has since stepped back from active recording, focusing on occasional performances; his departure aligns with the natural end of long-term contracts, but his songs remain a cornerstone of the label's catalog, frequently featured in compilations and endorsements. A-Mei (Chang Hui-mei), an indigenous icon and diva, signed with EMI Taiwan (under Gold Typhoon) in June 2014, releasing albums like Faces of Love that reinforced the label's superstar appeal. Her association ended around 2019 amid label restructurings, after which she pursued independent projects emphasizing social advocacy; Gold Typhoon's retention of her early-to-mid catalog rights has sustained its value in concerts and digital sales, tying her enduring popularity to the label's historical prestige. These artists' tenures pre-2014 were pivotal in building Gold Typhoon's market share in , with departures post-acquisition enabling fresh rosters while the label focused on catalog monetization, contrasting with its current emphasis on emerging regional talents.

EMI Legacy Catalog

The EMI Legacy Catalog under Gold Typhoon encompasses a vast collection of recordings acquired through the 2008 merger with Music Taiwan and Music China, forming a cornerstone of the company's holdings in . This catalog includes seminal works from Taiwanese artists in the 1990s and 2000s that exemplify the era's blend of traditional and contemporary sounds, alongside Hong Kong talents like those from the local pop scene. It also features international EMI artists, including rock acts like on and classical repertoire from , adapted for regional distribution. Following Warner Music Group's (WMG) acquisition of Gold Typhoon in April 2014, the Legacy Catalog was retained and integrated into WMG's global portfolio, ensuring continued management and exploitation in . Gold Typhoon remains the exclusive for EMI's physical and digital music in and , facilitating ongoing licensing for streaming platforms, reissues, and regional compilations. This handling has enabled revenue generation through synchronization deals for media and curated playlists, bolstering WMG's presence in the world's largest music market. Comprising over 600,000 tracks of Chinese and international , the catalog serves as a vital asset for preserving Chinese heritage, particularly through its archive of Mandarin and interpretations of Western hits that bridged global influences with local sensibilities during the late . Efforts to enhance include digital remastering projects, such as the 2011 reissues of Floyd's catalog under /Gold Typhoon, with ongoing updates to improve audio quality for modern streaming as of 2025. These initiatives underscore the catalog's enduring value, contributing significantly to cultural preservation and revenue from archival releases in and .

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