Kevin Liles Exposes Alleged $30M “Extortion” Plot By Former Def Jam Rapper Lady Luck
Kevin Liles said he won’t pay Lady Luck’s $30 million demand and called her sexual assault allegation a false story meant to destroy his reputation.
Chuck D Tackles Ageism In Hip-Hop On New “Radio Armageddon” Album
The album, which the Public Enemy frontman describes as a “compilation of voices,” includes guest verses from Schoolly D, Phill Most Chill and many more.
EXCLUSIVE: Russell Simmons’ Move To Indonesia Just Saved Him In Court
Russell Simmons won a major legal battle after judge dismissed a sexual assault lawsuit against him because he lives in Indonesia.
Jeezy Announces He’s Leaving Def Jam Ahead Of “I Might Forgive…But I Don’t Forget” Album
The departure includes a double album for fans to love.
Rick Ross Reveals He Never Touched The First Million He Got From Jay-Z At Def Jam
While a young Rick Ross had always dreamed of making a million dollars, he upped the stakes once he realized his earning potential.
Chuck D Calls For Kidd Creole’s Prison Release During “RAPAMANIA” Hip-Hop 50 Showcase
Hip-Hop celebrated its 50th anniversary on Friday (August 11) with a slew of block parties that touched every borough in New York City.
The Fat Boys To Be Inducted Into Long Island Music Hall Of Fame
Pioneering rap group. The Fat Boys will get there just due next month when they’re inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame!
DJ Khaled Returns To Def Jam With New Executive Role At Universal Music Group
DJ Khaled left Sony Music’s Epic Records for UMG’s Def Jam Recordings, returning to a label he once worked for as an A&R.
Chuck D Sheds Light On Rick Rubin’s “I Know Nothing About Music” Claim
At one point during the Def Jam founder’s conversation with 60 Minutes, he told Anderson Cooper, “I don’t have any technical ability and I know nothing about music.”
Kanye West & G.O.O.D. Music Reportedly No Longer Part Of Def Jam
It appears the end of an era is here with the news Def Jam is no longer affiliated with Kanye West or his G.O.O.D. Music imprint.
Rick Ross Has Left Epic Records & Claims He Always Had Ownership Of His Music
Rick Ross also revealed that he has numerous “huge offers” on the table, including once from his former label, Def Jam.
Snoop Dogg Is Going Back On Death Row!
Snoop Dogg is going back to the old Snoop by releasing a new album that will take him back to his roots – Death Row Records!
Snoop Dogg Drops “The Algorithm” TrackList & Signs Benny The Butcher To Def Jam
Snoop Dogg revealed features on “The Algorithm” include Ty Dolla $ign, Redman, Method Man, Usher, Fabolous, Dave East, and Wiz Khalifa.
Def Jam Reportedly Paid DMX’s Funeral Costs
The Hip Hop legend’s recent posthumous album was released by the label.
Snoop Dogg Explains His Executive Gig At Def Jam Records As Strategic Consultant
Snoop Dogg is joining the executive team one of the most storied record labels in history – Def Jam.
Def Jam Enters U.K. Market By Signing Stormzy To New 0207 Imprint
Stormzy has left Atlantic Records to sign with the legendary Def Jam label, which launched a new imprint in the U.K.!
Public Enemy Returns To Def Jam, Announces ‘What You Gonna Do When The Grid Goes Down?’ Album
(AllHipHop News) The renowned Hip Hop group Public Enemy is on the precipice of offering their fans a new studio LP. What You Gonna Do When The Grid Goes Down? is scheduled for release on September 25th. The album will come out via Def Jam Recordings, the label that introduced Public Enemy to the masses three […]
Def Jam Africa Promises To Bring Hip-Hop To The Motherland In A New Way
Def Jam has officially set up shop in Africa.
Russell Simmons Launching New Podcast “Lifestyles Of Hip Hop Yogi”
After being away in Bali, Indonesia Russell Simmons emerges with a new venture.
Is 50 Cent The Newest CEO Of Def Jam?
Rap star 50 Cent thinks he would be the best candidate to take over Def Jam Records after Eminem’s manager stepped down from the job.
