March 26, 2008

By By Leah Kauffman, N.Y.

Koch Entertainment Distribution expanded its roster via new deals with Minneapolis-based record label Reo Deo and classical Canadian record label Analekta.

Through the deal with Reo Deo, Koch will now be the label?s digital distributor in North America. Reo Deo?s upcoming releases include two vintage tracks from Minneapolis funk band 94 East as well as titles from Hydra, E-Klass, and Sara Oberland later this year.

Additionally, Koch and Analekta inked an exclusive physical distribution deal for the U.S. The label?s roster includes Ang?le Dubeau & La Piet?, The Quebec Symphony, Orchestra, and violinist James Ehnes.

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