Canadian-American Records
| Canadian-American Records | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Parent company | Caprice International |
| Founded | 1957 |
| Founder | Leonard Zimmer |
| Genre | Pop music, Various |
| Country of origin | United States, Pennsylvania |
| Official website | http://www.canadianamericanrecords.netfirms.com/ |
Canadian-American Records was a record label founded by Leonard Zimmer, and based in both New York City and Winnipeg, Manitoba. It was started in February, 1959 by Gene Orndorf of Deering, ND.[1][2][3] The most popular artists for the label were the duo of Santo & Johnny and the singer Linda Scott.
The label is based in Lititz, Pennsylvania.[4]
References
- ↑ Fred Bronson (2003). The Billboard book of number 1 hits. Billboard Books. p. 58.
- ↑ "Canuck Label Makes Debut". The Billboard (Nielsen Business Media, Inc.): 8. February 2, 1959. ISSN 0006-2510.
- ↑ Bergum, Leslie R. (October 28, 1957). "Opinion 57-180" (PDF). State of North Dakota. Retrieved 23 September 2010.
- ↑ Canadian-American Records
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