Def Jam Recordings

New York, New York

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Founded in 1984, Def Jam Recordings has represented the cutting-edge in hip hop music for 40 years. 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. Home to some of the most iconic artists, the label continues to push the envelope with its crop of next-gen stars.