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| Twenty Two Recordings | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2000s |
| Founder | Arthur Burton |
| Distributor(s) | ADA, Warner Music Group |
| Genre | Various |
| Country of origin | U.S. |
| Official website | t2rmusicgroup |
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