ECR Music Group
ECR Music Group is an American independent music company based in Manhattan. It was founded by recording artist and producer Blake Morgan in 2002 as record label Engine Company Records. Re-branded as ECR Music Group in late 2012, it now includes a roster of both labels and artists. The label differs from its counterparts in its artist-friendly philosophy and partnership wherein all ECR artists and labels own 100% of their master recordings.
| ECR Music Group | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2002 |
| Founder | Blake Morgan |
| Status | Active |
| Distributor(s) | The Orchard |
| Genre | alternative rock, soul, emo/punk, classical, pop rock, adult contemporary |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Location | Manhattan, New York |
| Official website | ECRMusicGroup.com |
Artists on ECR Music Group have included Janita, James McCartney, Bari Leigh, Terry Manning, Blake Morgan, Lesley Gore, David Cloyd, Melissa Giges, indie band Shimmerplanet, Mike Errico, and many others. Morgan produces the releases, and genres vary significantly. Despite releasing only a few albums a year, in 2005 the label landed five albums in the Top 20 simultaneously, including Lesley Gore's Ever Since and Rick Henrickson's Reaching For A Gun. The label continues to be active, and recently released Didn't You, My Dear? by Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Janita, Just When I Let Go by Melissa Giges and Diamonds In The Dark by Blake Morgan.
ECR Music Group is distributed by The Orchard. As of 2015, labels include Cabin Music, Dylanna Music, Engine Company Records, Hook & Ladder Records, Lucky Seven Records, and Starfish Music.