Wale returns after a lengthy hiatus and drops off the new single "Max Julien." The DMV spitter is now signed to Def Jam Recordings.
Lena Waithe has conquered television and film. Now the Black creative has her sights set on the music industry.
This weekend, the streets of Harlem will once again become the epicenter of basketball greatness with the start of a new league. With its corporate sponsor Def Jam Recordings, Rucker Park Prep will feature rising high school talent from the New York tri-state area.
It’s no secret LeBron James loves Hip-Hop, and 2 Chainz loves basketball, so this union makes perfect sense. Tuesday (Feb.19) Def Jam announced the two will come together with the hoop star serving as A&R for the rapper formerly known as Titty Boi’s 5th studio album, Rap or Go To The League.
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Atlanta’s influence on Hip-Hop culture is undeniable. Many have figures have been conduits for the globalization of the southern mecca’s culture, but few are respected like DJ and producer Don Cannon — the new Vice President of A&R of Def Jam Recordings.
