Rick Rubin is a well-known American producer born on 10th March 1963 in Long Beach, New York. He is also a co-former of Columbia records and co-founder of Def Jam Recording with Russell Simmons.
Early Life and Education
His real name is Jay Rubin, and raised in Lido Beach, New York, by her parents. Rick Rubin studied at Long Beach High School and started playing in a band with some friends. Eventually, a teacher helped him to start the punk band The Pricks.
Professional Life
He founded Def Jam Records and also formed the punk band, Hose. The first track of Def Jam was released in 1982. Hose remained active in New York City and toured around the Midwest and California.
Moreover, they played with hardcore bands such as Circle Jerks, Meat Puppets, Hüsker Dü, Butthole Surfers, and Minor Threat. Rubin took more interest in the hip hop scene in New York City, and the band broke up in 1984.
Rubin and DJ Jazzy Jay produced the song ” It’s Yours” for T La Rock that was released through Def Jam. Jay introduced Rubin to Russell Simmons, The concert promoter, and they released JJ Cool J’s ” I Need a beat.” together
Rick Rubin Net Worth
The estimated net worth of an American record producer is $400 million. He has notable properties in Los Angeles and paid 4 2 million for a 9300 square foot mansion above the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood.
Awards and Work
Well, first, he served as the president of Columbia records. After that, he is the owner of Def Jam records. The official series of Def Jam records had been formed in 1984 when Rubin attended new York University. Rubin’s name is also included in the list of the 100 most influential people in the world.
There are so many other artists along the promote hip-hip music. Among these, Run–D.M.C., Public Enemy, Beastie Boys, and L.L. Cool J are included. Rick Rubin’s name was mentioned at the Grammy Awards in 2007. this award is all because of his work with Michael Kranz, Green Day, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Johnny Cash, and Dixie Chicks.
In 2009, he also won the award for his work on the albums of ours Neil Diamond, Weezer, Jakob Dylan, and Metallica. He became the recipient of a Grammy Awards for the album of the year on producing Adele’s album in 2012.
