This is the most cryptic and important part of the string. is not a record label, a mastering house, or an artist. In the world of "scene" releases (organized, rules-based piracy groups from the 2000s), RLG stood for "Release Group" or sometimes retroactively joked as "Real Lossless Guys."

At the turn of the millennium, Joe Thomas — simply known as Joe — delivered what many consider his magnum opus. My Name Is Joe (2000) solidified him as one of R&B’s premier vocalists and songwriters of the late 90s/early 00s era. The album seamlessly blends silky ballads with smooth mid-tempo grooves, showcasing Joe’s effortless tenor and emotional depth.