LA Reid Resigns as Chairman of Def Jam

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After seven years of running one of the most talked about record labels in the industry, music executive, LA Reid has officially stepped down as Chairman of Island Def Jam. Reid is recognized as being responsible for the careers of artists such as Rihanna, Ne-yo, Chrisette Michele and more.
Entertainment Weekly obtained his full resignation letter to his staff, which can be found below.

To my Island Def Jam family:

After much consideration, I have decided to leave my position as Chairman of the Island Def Jam Music Group. I have always thrived on growth and the next great challenge, and I look forward with much enthusiasm to what the future holds.
I am extremely proud of our beautiful roster and all we have accomplished in my seven years with IDJ. We continue to have incredible success together with today’s most phenomenal superstars Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Bon Jovi, Jennifer Lopez, Ne-Yo, Rick Ross, The Killers, The-Dream, Chrisette Michele, Jeezy and Ludacris to name a few.

I want to thank all of you for your amazing contributions.

With Warm Regards –
LA