Pioneer Greek label founded in December 1968 by Μάκης Μάτσας (company name was "Μίνως Μάτσας & Υιός Α.Ε." - "Minos Matsas & Son") replacing Odeon. The name "Minos" was given to the label as a tribute to Makis Matsas' father, Μίνως Μάτσας. The label's first release was the album 3636041 that bore the cat# MSM 101. In October 1990, the Greek EMI branch purchased the majority share of Minos Matsas & Son Company, forming a new company, Many releases after that date bear only the Minos logo and belong under this profile. via Discogs →