The label was initially a joint venture[2] with Republic Records[3] and is based in Beverly Hills and Brooklyn.

In July 2014, the label announced[4] it had changed strategic partners and was now part of Concord Music Group.

In February 2021, the label removed rock musician Marilyn Manson from their catalog distribution on allegations of abuse.

[9] She was the first female solo artist to win the Best Alternative Music Album category since Sinéad O'Connor in 1991.

In 2024, Killer Mike swept the rap category at the 66th Grammy Awards for his single Scientists and Engineers (featuring Andre 3000) and his album Michael.