Frank Fenter (February 25, 1936 - July 21, 1983) was a music industry executive.
Fenter was the first Managing Director of Atlantic Records for Europe, where he helped discover and get signed to Atlantic late-1960s British Invasion groups, including Led Zeppelin and the progressive rock bands Yes and King Crimson. Frank Fenter was also instrumental in introducing and breaking Rhythm and Blues music across Europe, with such artists as Otis Redding and Sam and Dave. He went on in the 1970s to be co-founder, co-owner and partner in Capricorn Records, the label identified with Southern Rock, led by The Allman Brothers, The Marshall Tucker Band, Wet Willie and Elvin Bishop.
Read more about Frank Fenter: Early Career in London, England. 1958 To 1966, Atlantic Records. London, England. 1966 To 1969, Capricorn Records. Macon, Georgia. 1969 To 1983
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