By Dove ~Sheepish Lordess of Chaos~
Last week it was formally announced that Shakir Stewart is the new Executive Vice President of Def Jam. While rumors had swirled for months after Jay-Z’s departure from his Presidential duties, L.A. Reid and the team were already preparing Stewart for his new role in managing the business day to day.
Stewart began his work at Def Jam in 2004 as VP of A&R for the label, and was promoted to Senior VP of A&R in 2006. Shakir’s extensive education and background in music marketing ranges from independent promotions (working with the likes of Too $hort) and marketing to publishing (he signed Beyoncé to her publishing deal at Hitco)
He’s also had his hand in the careers of some of the biggest names in today’s music acts including Ciara, (whom he signed to LaFace during his tenure there), Jeezy and Rick Ross.
Stewart is now poised with enthusiasm and an inspirational attitude to bring about some creative growth at Def Jam. Will he be able to balance the marketing plans for their diverse array of artists? How is he addressing those artists who’ve been unhappy with their situations at the label? How does he really feel about Nas’ latest marketing decisions? We asked, he answered.
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Courtesy of Allhiphop.com
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