King rap

Article Abstract:

Record producer Russell Simons has managed to launch rap groups, such as Public Enemy, Run-DMC and LL Cool J, into the mainstream of the sound recording industry. In 1984, he became a partner with Rick Rubin who had started the Def Jam label the year before. Their business relationship and success are examined.

Rap music, Rap (Music), Simmons, Russell, Rubin, Rick, Def Jam Recordings

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Living large

Article Abstract:

Harrell's Uptown Entertainment is responsible for the success of several rap, hiphop and rhythm and blues acts, and the budding African-American mogul is ready to enter the film and television arenas. Harrell now has a $50 million contract with MCA Inc.

Contracts, African American executives, MCA Inc. (Universal City, California), Harrell, Andre, Uptown Entertainment

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The players

Article Abstract:

InterTalent partner Bill Block and other talent agents moved to ICM when the larger agency acquired the smaller. The agents involved in the prolonged and secret negotiations are profiled, with Block's career highlighted.

Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, International Creative Management Inc., Talent agents, Block, Bill, Intertalent, William Morris Agency Inc., Triad Artists Inc.

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