KnowraRussell SimmonsLinked fromLinked fromThe 4 pages that link to Russell Simmons, each with the reason it gives.All 4Related 4Def Jam RecordingsRelated: He brought artist management and music-industry connections that helped turn the label into a business.Rick RubinRelated: Simmons brought music-industry and business experience to their partnership.Beastie BoysRelated: His label partnership connected the group to hip-hop’s emerging record industry.Kurtis BlowRelated: Simmons managed Blow and helped guide his transition into a major-label career.