# Replay Music

> Italian record label; compilations/re-issues

**Wikidata**: [Q104415907](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q104415907)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/replay-music

## Summary
Replay Music is an Italian record label specializing in the production of compilation albums and album reissues. It is distinct from other entities sharing the "Replay" name, operating specifically as a brand and trademark within the phonographic industry.

## Key Facts
- **Entity Type**: Record label (brand and trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings).
- **Country of Origin**: Italy.
- **Field of Work**: Compilation albums and album reissues.
- **Discogs Identifier**: Label ID 108008 (listed as "Replay Music (2)").
- **MusicBrainz Identifier**: Label ID 308f722b-fe56-4bba-9f97-358bde24fcd9 (listed as "Replay Music (Italian compilations/reissues)").
- **Rate Your Music Identifier**: Listed as "replay_music".
- **Wikidata Differentiation**: Distinguished from the entity "Replay" based on the criterion that the brand, trademark, band name, or organization name refers to multiple entities.

## FAQs
**What type of music content does Replay Music produce?**
Replay Music focuses on compilation albums and album reissues. This distinguishes its operational focus from labels that primarily release new studio recordings.

**How is Replay Music identified in music databases?**
The label is cataloged in major music databases with specific identifiers: Discogs ID 108008, MusicBrainz ID 308f722b-fe56-4bba-9f97-358bde24fcd9, and a Rate Your Music label ID.

**Is Replay Music the only entity with that name?**
No, the label is explicitly differentiated from other entities named "Replay." The distinction is made because the name refers to multiple entities in different contexts.

## Why It Matters
Replay Music serves a specific function within the music industry ecosystem by curating and redistributing existing musical works. As a label focused on compilations and reissues, it plays a role in the preservation and commercial accessibility of music that might otherwise remain out of print or scattered across various releases. By operating under the broader definition of a record label—a brand and trademark for marketing music recordings—it contributes to the diversity of the Italian phonographic industry. Its presence across multiple international databases like Discogs and MusicBrainz highlights its integration into the global music metadata infrastructure.

## Notable For
- **Specialized Focus**: Distinctly dedicated to compilation albums and reissues rather than new artist development.
- **Database Differentiation**: Explicitly disambiguated in Wikidata from other entities named "Replay" to ensure accurate attribution of works.
- **Italian Origin**: Operates as a specific Italian imprint within the global record label landscape.

## Body
### Definition and Classification
Replay Music is classified as a **record label**, defined within the industry as a brand and trademark associated with the marketing of music recordings and music videos. It functions as a commercial name and imprint within the **phonographic industry**. The entity is specifically categorized as an **instance of** a record label, emphasizing its role as a commercial entity rather than just a project name.

### Geographic and Industry Context
The label is geographically situated in **Italy**. Italy, officially the Italian Republic, is a sovereign state and parliamentary republic located in Southern Europe. As a country, it has a population of approximately 58,850,717 (as of 2023) and covers an area of 302,068 square kilometers. The Italian music market operates within the broader context of the European Union, utilizing the Euro as currency. Replay Music contributes to this landscape by focusing on specific segments of music distribution: compilations and reissues.

### Operational Focus
The primary **field of work** for Replay Music is the production and distribution of **compilation albums** and **album reissues**. This focus places the label within a niche of the industry dedicated to curating existing content for new commercial packaging or preserving past works for continued availability.

### Identity and Disambiguation
A critical aspect of Replay Music's profile is its differentiation from other entities. In structured data, it is noted as **different from** the entity "Replay." This distinction is necessary because the brand, trademark, band name, or organization name "Replay" refers to multiple entities. This disambiguation ensures that works published by Replay Music are correctly attributed and not confused with other artists or labels sharing the same name.

### Digital Identifiers and External Links
Replay Music is documented in several key external databases, reflecting its integration into the digital music information infrastructure:

- **Discogs**: The label is assigned the ID **108008**. In this database, it is specifically listed as "Replay Music (2)" to distinguish it from other potential entries with similar names. This data was retrieved on December 22, 2020.
- **MusicBrainz**: The label is identified by the UUID **308f722b-fe56-4bba-9f97-358bde24fcd9**. The MusicBrainz entry specifically annotates it as "Replay Music (Italian compilations/reissues)," providing immediate context to its function and origin. This data was retrieved on December 22, 2020.
- **Rate Your Music**: The label is listed under the identifier **replay_music**, with the name "Replay Music" confirmed in the database as of December 22, 2020.

These identifiers serve as cross-references for metadata aggregation, allowing digital music platforms and libraries to accurately link releases to the correct label entity.

## References

1. MusicBrainz
2. Discogs
3. Rate Your Music