Argo (Label) (I)

Argo (Label) (I) A specialist company, registered in U.K. in 1952, with the intention of issuing performances by Britons. In 1954 there was a notable success with the BBC production of UnderMilk Wood. Decca acquired the firm in 1957 but retained use of the label name. An acclaimed set of 137 LP records, covering the complete works of Shakespeare, was completed in 1964. It is believed to be the longest set of records ever issued. In 1991 the label was revived for Decca compact discs. [Usill…