Not too long after singer The Dream was appointed VP of A&R at Def Jam, producer Dallas Austin has moved up in the ranks as well. “I am truly honored to be working with the most cutting-edge and creative artists in the business,” Dallas said of the new venture. “I look forward to discovering new talent and continuing to build on Island Records’ storied history.” A statement from Def Jam CEO Barry Weiss below. Congrats! Marisa Mendez
Ashanti Lands A New Job
Ashanti’s singing career is rather…stale…so lucky for her, she’s landed a brand new gig. Shan has been tapped as the executive producer and host of a new daily music show on Fuse, “Fuse News.” More details on the show below. Marisa Mendez
Guess Which Popular Well-Known Producer Just Signed To Cash Money
A mega producer responible for hits from Nicki Minaj, Lady Gaga and more has just inked a deal with Cash Money. Find out who and get the details of the deal below. Marisa Mendez
Jennifer Lopez Will Be Executive Producer To Show About A Lesbian Couple!
Yes Jennifer Lopez, can do it all. Â Not only is she dating a younger man, being a mother, performing,touring, etc she has also signed up to be the exectuive producer to a new show about a lesbian couple. Let’s see if her vision makes this show a success.Hit the jump for details. Steph Bassanini
(Video) Lee Beats Shows Us How He Made French Montana’s – Pop That
Lee Beats discusses how he makes beats and who inspires him. Â He also explains how the “Pop That” beat landed being one of French Montana’s lead tracks. Â Hit the jump to see how he made the beat! Steph Bassanini
Madonna’s Album Failed Because Of Chris Brown???
Producer William Orbit says that he very well knows why Madonna’s album, MDNA, failed. Orbit says that the best songs that were supposed to be for Madonna actually went to Chris Brown! Hit the jump to see how mad the pop queen’s album did. Steph Bassanini
