Som Livre is a Brazilian record company that was founded in 1969 in order to commercialize its soap opera soundtracks.
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11 Facts About Som Livre
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Today, Som Livre is Brazil's largest domestic label and was formerly part of Grupo Globo, which is the biggest media conglomerate in Brazil.
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In 1974, Som Livre created the "SOMA" label with the intention of developing more affordable albums.
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Som Livre began collaborations with musical artists Djavan and Rita Lee in 1976.
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Som Livre was the first Brazilian record label to release cell phone ringtones.
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In 2007, Som Livre released its SLAP label, which focused on signing on new Brazilian talent.
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In 2014, Som Livre partnered with Eagle Rock Entertainment, signing onto international artists such as The Rolling Stones and Elton John.
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Som Livre was the first record label to invest in Brazil's gospel music market.
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In 2009, Som Livre released its first gospel album “CD Promessas, ” which sold 500,000 copies.
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In 2012, Som Livre launched "Voce Adora", a gospel subdivision of the label.
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Som Livre commissioned Charles Gavin to select 25 rare albums for inclusion in their Som Livre Masters Series of CD reissues.
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