Riaa

RIAA is [u]not[/u] a record company or label. It should not be entered in LCCN for releases that have the RIAA logo except in very rare cases like this release. Use the notes section instead, if anything. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) is a trade organization that supports and promotes the creative and financial vitality of the major music companies. In support of this mission, the RIAA works to protect the intellectual property and First Amendment rights of artists and music labels; conduct consumer, industry and technical research; and monitor and review state and federal laws, regulations and policies. The RIAA® also certifies Gold®, Platinum®, Multi-Platinum™ and Diamond sales awards as well as Los Premios De Oro y Platino™, an award celebrating Latin music sales.