Freedom Records (Houston-based label)

Freedom Records was a record label that was based in Houston, Texas. It was founded in 1948 by Sol Kahal.[1] It originally specialized in rhythm and blues but expanded to include country and pop music.[2] Among its recording artists were Big Joe Turner, L. C. Williams, Goree Carter and Little Willie Littlefield. The label lasted through the early 1950s.

References

  1. ↑ Wood, Roger. Down in Houston: Bayou City Blues. University of Texas Press. ISBN 9780292786639.
  2. ↑ Inc, Nielsen Business Media (1950-04-01). Billboard. Nielsen Business Media, Inc.
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