Def Jam

Def Jam

The orginal hip-hop label, Def Jam was the record label that helped make some of the most famour rappers of all time. Started by Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons this label will forever be a staple in the hip genre.

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Interview: Questlove Talks About The Roots Re-Signing To Def Jam, Their New Album, & What Jay-Z Once Begged Him To Do

Interview: Questlove Talks About The Roots Re-Signing To Def Jam, Their New Album, & What Jay-Z Once Begged Him To Do

The Roots' drummer tells us about making “mid-life crisis” records and how he still hasn't met the new president of his label.

Q-Tip Signs to Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music Label

Q-Tip Signs to Kanye West's G.O.O.D. Music Label

The legendary Tribe member is down with G.O.O.D. boss Kanye West now.

Def Jam, Warner Bros., Matador Records & More Release Spotify Apps

Def Jam, Warner Bros., Matador Records & More Release Spotify Apps

More ways to experience new and old music.

Def Jam Recordings Appoints Joie Manda New President

Def Jam Recordings Appoints Joie Manda New President

The coveted position has been filled.

Erick Sermon Tells All: The Stories Behind His Classic Records (Part 2)

Erick Sermon Tells All: The Stories Behind His Classic Records (Part 2)

The Green-Eyed Bandit talks about producing for Method Man and Redman, Ludacris, and many more.

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