Republic (3)

US label launched in 1952 by songwriter/producer William Beasley, together with Alan Bubis and Reynold Bubis after they had filed bankruptcy with their first label Tennessee. Songwriter Ted Jarrett was soon to join the company. Republic (3) folded in 1955, when William Beasley ended the partnership. Both Bubis partners with Ted Jarrett in tow went on to establish their new label Calvert later renamed Champion (2). ** For the Record Company credits, see label: Republic Records (16) ** For (unofficial) releases, see label: Republic (9)