Lyor Cohen Speaks On New Venture “300” At Midem 2014
Former Def Jam and Warner Brothers head Lyor Cohen speaks on his new company “300” at Midem 2014. The new venture is described as a music content company devoted to the discovery and development of the artists of the future. In an interview with Tom Silverman he spoke about the venture he founded with Todd Moscowitz and Kevin Liles and their future strategies. Lyor also spoke on his early days in the music industry including some classic footage of him on stage dancing with LL Cool J.
News: Irv Gotti Working With Lyor Cohen On New Management Company
The NY Post indicated from a music insider that the duo are already working on advising two of hip-hop’s highest profile clients, rappers Drake, and Kanye West.
Cohen, who left Warner Music Group in September and previously worked for Island Def Jam, has a long working history with Irv Gotti. The Inc, which is Gotti’s label, was partially owned by Def Jam.
The Inc produced hit albums for artist such as Ja Rule, and Ashanti, while Irv Gotti produced hits for artist like DMX, Jay-Z, and an album for “A Thousand Miles” singer, Vaness Carlton.
Video: Lyor Cohen & Eric Sermon Remember MCA
Lyor Cohen was a key player in the development of The Beastie Boys. In reaction to Adam Yauch’s death, Lyor Cohen remembers MCA.
After the break, Eric Sermon of EPMD talks about MCA’s legacy, and how he considers The Beastie Boys to be 1 of the greatest 3 acts in hip-hop.
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