Gotham Records was an American record label

Record label

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 formed by Sam Goode (Goody) and Irvin Ballen in New York City

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 in 1946. In January 1948 Ballen acquired the interest of Goode and became the sole owner. He then moved the company to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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 where the label was based for the rest of its existence until 1956. The label specialized in rhythm and blues

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Santa Monica-based label

A same-named label is available in Santa Monica. It was founded by Patrick Arn in New York City in 1994. The label specializes in newcomer rock bands

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. Some of the older bands who signed at this Gotham Records signed later at Columbia Records

Columbia Records

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 (for example: Flybanger

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) or to Lava Records

Lava Records

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 (Liquid Gang). The Loose Nutz produced their first Gold Record Wishen at Gotham Records.

Bands currently signed at Gotham Records

• Red Horizon
• Supafuzz
• The day after...