Steve Bartels

Part of Vivendi SE, Def Jam Recordings, Inc. is a legendary hip-hop music label that has been at the forefront of the genre for over 35 years. The company is based in New York, NY. Over the years, Def Jam has established its dominance with superstar acts like Jay-Z, DMX, Ludacris, Rihanna, and Kanye West. Def Jam's diverse roster of marquee and emerging stars includes Justin Bieber, Alessia Cara, Logic, Pusha T, and Big Sean, among others. Founded in 1984, Def Jam began as an independent label inspired by the emerging sound of hip-hop and represented iconic stars like LL Cool J, Slick Rick, The Beastie Boys, and Public Enemy. Tunji Balogun has been the CEO of the company since 2022.

The Island Def Jam Group produces, publishes, distributes and markets recorded music. Its flagship division Island Records imprint trolls the waters of adult contemporary and alternative rock with artists such as Elvis Costello, Melissa Etheridge. The company is headquartered in New York, NY.

Recording Industry Association of America supports and promotes the creative and financial vitality of the major music companies. Its members comprise the vibrant record industry and investing in great artists to help them reach their potential and connect to their fans. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.