Long Lost Record Labels - Part One - The Top Five

By Heather McDonald, About.com Guide

Sometimes it just doesn't work out. That's a lesson everyone in music has learned at least once the hard way. But just because it doesn't work out doesn't mean it wasn't great. Case in point? Check out these record labels that might not still be around but made a big splash while they were. These labels continue to influence the music and the labels that have come after them, so "failed" doesn't enter the picture. The top five picks are listed here - come back soon to find out who rounds out the top ten. Without further ado, here's to you, much missed record labels.

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• Long Lost Record Labels - Part One - The Top Five
• #1 - Dew Doo Man Records
• #2 - Factory Records
• #3 - Postcard Records
• #4 - Creation Records
• #5 - 99 Records
• More Indie Label Information

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