Fantasy Records Announces Ryko Distribution Pact

Ryko Distribution is, effective immediately, the exclusive national distributor for Berkeley's Fantasy Records and its affiliated labels, it was announced today by Fantasy Executive Vice President Phil Jones. (Bayside Distributors will continue to service the Tower stores.)

“Fantasy's depth and quality of catalog plays perfectly to Ryko's strengths in distribution," says Jim Cuomo, president of the New York-based Ryko operation. “Ryko is arguably the most musically based indie distributor in the industry. We are music fans, and we are thrilled to be representing the artists and repertoire in the Fantasy family."

“I've known Jim Cuomo for many years," says Fantasy's Phil Jones, “and am pleased to be associated with him again. I also feel confident that Ryko will enhance our market penetration."

For further info, contact Jim Cuomo (212/287-6161).