GLOBALGRIND.COM- Earlier this week, Russell Simmons made a deal with Def Jam Recordings to return to the label as the President/CEO after the departure of LA Reid. Russell began Def Jam in 1984 with Rick Rubin and went on to release classic albums from Run-DMC, the Beastie Boys, LL Cool J, Jay-Z and many more. He sold Def Jam to Universal in 1999, and since has not been involved in the day-to-day operations.
In his new role as President/CEO, Russell will oversee the entire roster of Def Jam artists including: Kanye West, Rihanna, Rick Ross, Ludacris, Big K.R.I.T, Young Yeezy and many others.
Russell has appointed his brother, Joseph "Rev. Run" Simmons as the Senior Vice President of Artist Development.
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