YG, Mozzy, & D3szn “How to Rob a Rapper”

In conjunction with the recent release of his new album, I Got Issues, Compton rapper YG has released audio for the song “How to Rob a Rapper.” Production credits for the record include Tee-WaTT, mixMP, Terrace Martin, Ambiance Sound, Reece Beats, and DJ Vision. And the track also features Mozzy and D3szn. Check it out below! […]

YG Drops “Scared Money” with J. Cole and Moneybagg Yo

West coast rapper YG took to social media yesterday to announce a new song with J. Cole, and Moneybagg Yo called “Scared Money.” And now, the time has come for it to drop officially. Check it out below!   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by @yg

Snoop Dogg Releases Official “Make Some Money” Video Featuring Fabolous & Dave East

(November 26, 2021) “Make Some Money” features a vast landscape of black cultural excellence through various mediums of artistry. Fine art paintings created by notable Black artists such as  Brianne Rose Brooks, Azikiwe Mohammad, Mark Thomas Gibson, William Villalongo and Devin Troy Strother are showcased throughout the video creating a juxtaposition of powerful and exquisite visual poetry […]

Charlene Thomas Promoted to Vice President, Marketing, Def Jam Recordings

October 7, 2021 – Santa Monica, CA – Charlene Thomas – a seasoned music business veteran who began her career overseeing marketing for the legendary rap label Loud Records and has been pivotal to Def Jam’s successes over the past three years – has been promoted to Vice President of Marketing, it was announced today […]

LL Cool J Confirms Working On New Album Executive Produced By Q-Tip

Back in June, LL Cool J, via new Def Jam Strategic Consultant Snoop Dogg, announced that he was indeed working on a new album, but details of the project were not shared. However, during his appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live last night (September 29), LL Cool J once again confirmed a new album was in the works, and also shared that A […]

Indie Spotlight: Doggystyleeee drops new visual “Playa Status”

The San Bernardino rapper, continues to carve out his lane. All while bringing back that feeling, of true West Coast music. His latest video, adds a player vibe. Produced by @Ac3Beats. This is another win for west coast rap. Look for more form this duo. When they collaborate there is something special that happens.

Latino Hip-Hop Artist, Ohno, Releases “DÍmelo” Via Def Jam Recordings

While the video premiered online last month, today marks the official release of Ohno’s single “Dimelo.”  Check out the visuals and learn more about the artist below. (August 27, 2021) Los Angeles recording artist OHNO has become one of today’s hottest Latino acts coming out of the West Coast, and he did it on his […]