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Def Jam Recordings (also simply known as Def Jam) is an American multinational record label owned by Universal Music Group. It is based in Manhattan, New York City, specializing predominantly in hip hop, contemporary R&B, soul and pop.

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Def Jam began as a maverick independent label inspired by downtown New York City’s vibrant street culture and the emerging sound of hip-hop, pioneered by iconic stars like LL Cool J, Slick Rick, The Beastie Boys and Public Enemy.

Jan 15, 2025 · Def Jam began as a maverick independent label inspired by downtown New York City’s vibrant street culture and the emerging sound of hip-hop, pioneered by iconic stars like LL Cool J, Slick Rick, The Beastie Boys and Public Enemy.

Def Jam Recordings is the label home of Justin Bieber, Jhené Aiko, Muni Long, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Coco Jones, Fridayy and more. Established 1984.

Def Jam Recordings is the label home of Justin Bieber, Jhené Aiko, Muni Long, 2 Chainz, Big Sean, Coco Jones, Fridayy and more. Established 1984.

Jun 24, 2024 · Hard Knock Life,' celebrate Def Jam with 15 of the label's essential albums. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Def Jam Recordings, the New York label that made history in hip-hop, R&B, pop, and even thrash metal since its founding, and continues to do so today.

Jan 25, 2018 · Over the years the Rick Rubin-created record label has endured a multitude of changes at the helm. Check out our timeline recounting how Def Jam reshaped hip-hop.

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