DEF JAM'S 25TH IN XXL

XXL is celebrating Def Jam's 25th anniversary with a tribute in their upcoming issue. The issue features a special cover featuring some of the top names from the history of Def Jam as well as a few features about the label.

In celebration of Def Jam’s quarter century in the music business, XXL has selected a handful of the label’s roster, past and present, to grace the cover of the November issue.

XXL’s new issue will include memorable tales from the MCs about the famed label, along with a complete discography of Def Jam releases and a comprehensive timeline of the brand’s biggest moments. Behind the scenes masterminds, Russell Simmons, Lyor Cohen and Kevin Liles sit for the first time to share their memories and Rick Rubin also takes a look back at the legacy of Def Jam.

- Drew