[2] In 1983, Caroline Distribution was established by Richard Branson & Virgin Records.

[3] According to Billboard reporter Ed Christman; “Between Caroline and Ingrooves, UMG’s indie owned distributors will have a combine market share of about 4.4 percent Billboard estimates, based on year-end numbers”.

[3] On 18 February 2021, Universal Music Group announced Virgin Music Label & Artist Services, a new global network to deliver premium and flexible artist and label services.

[6] Following its launch, its Label & Artist Services began operating as Virgin Music.

On 22 September 2022, Sumerian Records signed a distribution deal with Virgin Music.