Nov 28th – Toronto celebrates the long and influential history of one of music’s most important record labels – Def Jam. Peridot Resto Lounge – 81 Bloor St E (east of Yonge) Saturday November 28th, 2009 DJ’s Lissa Monet Surreal Sound Big Jacks Hosted By: Bozack Morris 19+ Doors open @ 10, stylecode in effect [...]
Jay-Z Retires as President of Def Jam at the end of the year
Looks like Jay-Z can loosen up his tie a little more. The iconic-rapper-turned-record-exec announced Monday (December 24) that he will step down from his post as president and CEO of Def Jam Records. According to The Associated Press, Hov said now was the right time for his exit. “It’s time for me to take on [...]
Jay plays Chess while Def Jam Plays Checkers
Posted by my man eskay: Jay recently spoke to EW about Def Jam’s 26 Grammy nods and the status of his contract negotiations. The New York Daily News said last week that talks were stalling because you made some big demands. Is there any truth to that? No. So from your perspective, do you think [...]
