Tag Archives: Def Jam

Def Jam allegedly shelled out much more than $35,000 for DMX’s funeral, which was initially reported. Instead, those close to the label say that the final bill was nearly $300,000. TMZ initially reported that probate records showed the cost of the service to be a little over $35,000, which included …

Updated 06-22-2021 Earlier reports noted that Def Jam shelled out more than $35K for DMX‘s star-studded memorial service, however sources close to the situation revealed the late rapper’s record label actually dished out much more. In addition to funeral home expenses, the label covered renting out Barclays Center, plus production …

This morning, Snopp Dogg announced on his Instagram that he is taking on an executive role at Def Jam. Snoop joined the label as an Executive Creative and Strategic Consultant, which is a “new role that will allow him to strategically work across the label’s executive team and artist roster.” …

This is how you go up the ladder. Atlanta-rapper Jeezy has not only signed a new deal with the legendary record label, but he has now earned a spot on the label’s advisory board as senior advisor to the interim chairman and CEO Jeff Harleston. Jeezy has been busy keeping …

During a recent episode of his Brilliant Idiots podcast with Andrew Schulz, Charlamagne Tha God revealed that he recently had a conversation with Kanye West, who has recently called out record labels for shaky deals and artist mistreatment. Charlamagne said that, during their conversation, he urged West to tell the …

Amber Rose is on to the next one after kicking her NBA baller boo, Monte Morris, to the curb. Now, according to TMZ, the Philly-bred model is hooking up with her best friend’s baby daddy’s best friend, and apparently, everyone’s all for it.  Sources tell the publication, Rose is dating …