Interscope executive Joie Manda’s name is being heard a lot in recent weeks, after Dame Dash called him out for being a “culture vulture,” which resulted in Funk Flex going at Dame and riding for his good friend/former employee. Taking time to clear the air on his own, Joie hit The Combat Jack Show recently and spoke on the “beef” of sorts, his gig over at Interscope, how he came up and more. Listen in below.
Celebs Show Their Support For Frank Ocean
After Frank Ocean came out of the closet with his bisexuality earlier this week, many celebs are showing their support for his courageous decision. We’ve showed you what his groupmate Tyler the Creator said and how Jay-Z support him, now see what other celebs have said including Rihanna (by way of Solange), Rita Ora and more. Marisa Mendez
(Video) @AlLindstrom Sits Down With @Wale
Mr. Lindstrom goes in depth with MMG rapper Wale about Joie Manda’s recent move from Warner (where MMG is housed) to Def Jam, XXL’s latest freshmen class and more after the jump. Marisa Mendez
Congrats To @JoeyIE Being Named President Of Def Jam!
Major congrats out to Joie Manda, as he’s been named President of Def Jam records. The spot has been vacant since 2007 upon Jay-Z’s departure. Joie left his post as EVP at Warner Bros. Records urban division, and has previously worked at Asylum and with me!! Comments from both Joie and Universal Republic/Island Def Jam CEO Barry Weiss after the jump. Funk Flex Find Flex on Google+
