Luke Records
Luke Records is the record label formed in 1985 by Luther Campbell and David Chackler,[1] former frontman of 2 Live Crew.
Luke Records | |
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Founded | 1985 | (as Luke Skyywalker Records)
Founder | Luther Campbell David Chackler |
Distributor(s) | Atlantic Records |
Genre | Hip hop music |
Country of origin | United States |
Official website | lukerecord |
The label was originally called Luke Skyywalker Records, however because it was not found to be of fair use, Campbell shortened his pseudonym to Luke (a result of George Lucas' successful lawsuit for Campbell appropriating the Skywalker name).[2]
From 1990 to 1993, the label was distributed by Atlantic Records. The label's catalogue is owned by Lil' Joe Records.
References
- David Chackler interview on dailygrindhouse.com
- Philips, Chuck (September 26, 1990). "Campbell Pays $300,000 in Skyywalker Settlement : Lawsuit: The 2 Live Crew leader agrees not to use variation on the name trademarked by 'Star Wars' filmmaker George Lucas". Los Angeles Times.
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