Atlantic Records
Mentioned in 36 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major American record label with a long history of signing and developing artists across rock, R&B, hip-hop, and pop genres. Atlantic Records is frequently referenced in podcasts for landmark artist deals (including Led Zeppelin, Paramore, and Charlie Puth), A&R decisions, and its role in shaping music industry contracts and artist development, though discussions also highlight instances where the label rejected albums or faced internal regime changes affecting artist support.
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Joe and Jada · Apr 16, 2026
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“Label managing Pooh Shiesty's contract and career during federal robbery investigation and case proceedings”
No Jumper · Apr 11, 2026
607 Unc on King Yella Beef, Calls Out Rooga, Crip Mac's Mental Health & More
“Label discussed in context of NBA YoungBoy's contract and artist autonomy in hip-hop industry”
Every Single Album · Apr 3, 2026
'This Music May Contain Hope' | Every Single Album: RAYE
“Merged US and UK divisions with Warner to restructure operations around emerging UK artists”
Artist Friendly with Joel Madden · Apr 1, 2026
Marc Roberge of O.A.R.
“Dropped O.A.R. at age 30 after their biggest commercial success, prompting them to pursue independent path”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 13, 2026
Episode 467 | What Is A Classic? w/ Torae
“Label managing Jack Harlow's career and album strategy decisions”
60 Songs That Explain the '90s · Mar 11, 2026
Paramore — “Misery Business”
“Paramore's major label, signed Hayley Williams as solo artist in 2003 before band formation, creating contractual complications”
Drink Champs · Mar 11, 2026
#Throwback Episode - w/ DJ Clark Kent | (Ep.72)
“Clark worked as a manager/A&R at Atlantic Records where he attempted to sign Nas and other artists during the 1990s”
Fresh Air · Mar 6, 2026
Remembering pop songwriter Neil Sedaka
“Label that recorded Sedaka's early songs with artists Clyde McPhatter and LaVerne Baker before his solo career”
New Rory & MAL · Mar 3, 2026
Episode 462 | hAte-TM
“Discussed as potentially underpromoting Bruno Mars' album, possibly due to contract expiration or artist departure”
DISGRACELAND · Mar 2, 2026
INXS Pt 1: All-Night Gigs, All-Night Orgies, and a Tragic Climax
“Record label that initially rejected INXS's 'Kick' album, offering $1M to erase tapes before eventually releasing it to massive success”
Joe and Jada · Feb 26, 2026
Lefty Gunplay talks Kendrick Lamar, Grammy win, rehab & building Black-Latino coalition
“Negotiated $10 million deal with Terror Squad; mentioned as example of major label investment in Latino hip-hop”
Drink Champs · Feb 25, 2026
#Throwback Episode - w/ Brand Nubian | (Ep.69)
“Parent label involved in Brand Nubian's record deal structure during their career”
All The Smoke · Feb 19, 2026
Mad Max UNFILTERED AT All-Star Weekend w/ Craig Hodges, Symba, & Jenna Bandy
“Major label that previously signed Simba; experienced regime change affecting artist development”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 17, 2026
He Finds Music Stars. Now He's Helping Us Save the Life of a Wrongfully Convicted Man
“Label where Flom worked and signed Paramore; Lava Records was initially a division of Atlantic”
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Feb 16, 2026
Charlie Puth
“Record label that signed Charlie Puth after he pitched music on Broadway; currently his label”
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Feb 12, 2026
Song 183: “Pinball Wizard” by the Who, part 1: Always Playing Clean
“US label that released 'Substitute' with edited lyrics to avoid radio bans in Southern states”
All The Smoke · Feb 12, 2026
20 Wild Rap Stories From ALL THE SMOKE That Changed the Game
“Major label mentioned in context of artist deals and distribution agreements”
Music Saved Me Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
From the Takin A Walk Podcast sharing our encore episode with Co-Founder of the iconic pop duo Hall & Oates-John Oates-From our Lovesongs and Heartbreak Series
“Oates and Hall recorded their first albums at Atlantic Recording Studios in NYC in early 1970s alongside John Prine”
The Bobby Bones Show · Feb 9, 2026
BOBBYCAST: Remembering Brad Arnold of 3 Doors Down
“Competing record label that pursued 3 Doors Down during initial signing negotiations”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Feb 7, 2026
Episode 901 | "Loser Sibling"
“Referenced in comparison to Nipsey Hussle's licensing deal for Victory Lap album”
R&B Money · Feb 5, 2026
Philip Lawrence
“Label system where Lawrence worked on placements and developed as a songwriter after his first placement with Plies”
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Jan 26, 2026
Charli XCX
“Charli XCX's label during her early career; would have dropped her after her critically acclaimed but commercially unsuccessful debut album 'True Romance'”
Drink Champs · Jan 23, 2026
Episode 487 w/ Maino
“Signed Maino after Universal dropped him; provided direct deal without intermediary, better terms than Grand Hustle offer”
R&B Money · Jan 22, 2026
Marc Byers
“Byers worked as A&R at Atlantic in 1993, signing and developing artists including Intro and The Braxtons”
Song Exploder · Jan 14, 2026
Hit-Boy and Nipsey Hussle - Racks In the Middle (feat. Roddy Ricch and Hit-Boy)
“A&R contact Knowledge worked at Atlantic and facilitated the introduction between Hit-Boy and Roddy Ricch at Chalice studio”
The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan · Jan 7, 2026
Stephen Pearcy | The Magnificent Others
“Signed Ratt after a showcase at Beverly Theater; produced the band's debut album with producer Beau Hill”
Million Dollaz Worth Of Game · Jan 5, 2026
FINESSE2TYMES PT.1 - MILLION DOLLAZ WORTH OF GAME EPISODE 359
“Label that signed Finesse2Tymes but provided minimal support, studio time, or video production funding despite artist's commercial success”
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Dec 18, 2025
Song 182: “Many Rivers to Cross” by Jimmy Cliff
“US label involved in 1964 World's Fair promotion of Jamaican ska musicians with limited commercial success”
R&B Money · Dec 17, 2025
Vincent Herbert
“Label mentioned in context of artist releases and industry competition”
The Joe Budden Podcast · Dec 6, 2025
Episode 884 | "The Top Package"
“Label discussed regarding artist releases and album delays; mentioned in context of Roddy Rich project management”
One Song · Nov 27, 2025
Deee-Lite's "Groove Is In The Heart"
“Rated the One Song podcast as the 23rd best podcast in the world”
R&B Money · Nov 19, 2025
Ty Dolla $ign
“Signed Ty Dolla $ign in 2012 after Trey Songz recorded his song Fumble; has been his label since”
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Sep 30, 2025
Song 180: “Dazed and Confused” by Led Zeppelin, Part Two — “Inspiration is What You Are to Me”
“Signed Led Zeppelin with $200,000+ advance and unprecedented creative control, placing them on the prestige Atlantic label rather than pop subsidiary Atco.”
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs · Jul 18, 2025
Song 179: “Kick Out the Jams” by the MC5 (Public Clean Version)
“Signed MC5 for $50,000 after Elektra dropped them; later dropped band due to heroin addiction and poor commercial performance”
R&B Money · Mar 12, 2025
Larrance Dopson
“Label where Dallas Martin works as A&R, bringing Roddy Ricch to Larrance for production on 'The Box'”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 29, 2024
Listen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt
“Historical context: Ruth Brown helped build Atlantic Records in the 1950s but was not properly compensated for her foundational contributions”