Cantora Records was formed in 2005 by Jesse Israel and Will Griggs, then sophomores and roommates at NYU, and Nick Panama.
Will Griggs is the son of former executive editor of The New York Times Jill Abramson.
Nick Panama, having heard The Management's music through a mutual friend of the band, contacted Jesse Israel and Will Griggs and shortly thereafter the three music enthusiasts formed Cantora Records, each contributing $800 in starting capital.
[3] Since 2005, Cantora Records has expanded their roster to include artists such as Francis and the Lights, Bear Hands and Savoir Adore.
[4] In 2015, Rostrum Records acquired Cantora's catalog with hopes to re-launch the label with new signings.