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Def Jam Not Replacing Jay-Z »

By MIA on Jan 28, 2008 in Chuck D, Jay-Z | 0 Comments

Chuck D has revealed that Universal Music Group has decided not to replace Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter as president of Def Jam Records.Chuck who was in the run to take Jay’s spot resealed a statement that reads:

Chuck D Def Jam Bid »

By MIA on Dec 31, 2007 in Chuck D | 0 Comments

Public Enemy rapper Chuck D reveals that he wants to succeed Jay-Z as the president of Def Jam. Chuck D was signed to Def Jam from 1987 to 1998.The artist recently did an interview where he explained his goals and ambitions for the label.
“After 10 years looking on the collapsing of the record industry, and […]