By Dan Rys Few record labels were as important to the rise of West Coast hip-hop as Priority Records. Founded in 1985 ... We’re here to make the logo look good.” Since Motown shifted to ...

Priority Records will serve as a dedicated label for new, developing and established hip-hop artists. By Lars Brandle Capitol Music Group taps Orlando Wharton for the positions of executive vp and ...

Priority Records, the rap powerhouse behind Master P and Snoop Dog, is getting the ax from parent company EMI Records. The rap label will be merged into EMI-owned label Capitol Records ...

Orlando Wharton has been named executive vice president of Capitol Music Group and president of Priority Records. The announcement was made by CMG chair & CEO Michelle Jubelirer, to whom Wharton ...