Def Jam Appoints The-Dream EVP/A&R

The-Dream

DEF JAM RECORDINGS, a division of UMG, expands its A&R senior management team with the appointment of multi-GRAMMY AWARD-winning RADIO KILLA/DEF JAM recording artist THE-DREAM to the post of EVP/A&R.

"THE-DREAM is a gifted songwriter and producer who writes from a unique cultural point of view. This rare ability sets him apart from all other writers and producers out there," said UNIVERSAL REPUBLIC AND ISLAND DEF JAM MOTOWN Chairman/CEO BARRY WEISS.

Said THE-DREAM, "I am committed as I have been previously to bringing the power of belief in the artist back to the forefront. I share a unique view of an artist and as well as the business of music. I, with the help of many others, have ran a successful business for the last five years in the midst of the 'Digital Change.' My concentration and effort will be to the artist to succeed in their dreams and goals. I've been a part of watching and participating in the success of many great women and men including BEYONCE, RIHANNA, JAY-Z, KANYE WEST, MARIAH CAREY, CELINE DION to name a few. Music means more than just a download, it's life to the culture and also the people who listen. This is a new exciting yet critical time for music -- 'You Meet Change with Change!'"

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