Island
DefJam, one of the four umbrella units for Universal’s dozens of record
labels, is no more as of yesterday (April 1) following the resignation
of CEO Barry Weiss. Universal Music Group is “dissolving” the Island Def
Jam Music Group, a combination of Def Jam, Motown and Island that was
established back in 2009. Def Jam is
home to Kanye West, Rihanna, 2 Chainz, August Alsina and Elijah Blake;
Island’s roster includes Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande while Motown
claims its rich history in addition to modern R&B and gospel acts.
