Accent Records (US)
| Company type | Record label |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1954 |
| Headquarters | Hollywood , United States |
Key people | Scott Seely (president) |
| Products | Records, music publishing, self-instruction program for pop vocalists |
Accent Records was a record label operating out of Hollywood, established in 1954 with Scott Seely serving as its president. Among its notable signees was Nick Lucas, who joined in 1955 and recorded his last session with the label in 1980. Initially concentrating on single releases, Accent introduced its debut LP in 1956, which showcased the work of artist Drew Page.
History
In 1966, Accent partnered with GNP Crescendo through an agreement covering marketing, packaging, and distribution for Buddy Merrill's guitar albums, leveraging robust retail sales. By the following year, Accent pivoted towards country music, responding to evolving industry demands.
The label broadened its scope in 1971 by launching a self-instruction program tailored for pop vocalists, marking an expansion into educational offerings. Scott Seely continued to hold the presidency at least until 2006. Additionally, Accent controlled the publishing rights through Boomerang Music and S&R Music companies.
Artists
- Bob Bellows
- Roy Goodrich
- Nick Lucas
- Buddy Merrill
- Bill Myrick
- Kelly Norwood
- Millicent Rodgers
- Wes Stuart
- Clarice Howard
- Dick Dale
- Katherine Kovar
- Becky Cooper