Def Soul

The New Soul of R&B Flavor

Def Jam's third attempt at expanding its R&B and soul roster of artists, after the closure of Kevin Liles.

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In May 2011, after eight years of commercial decline, Def Soul was absorbed into the R&B division of Def Jam, therefore ending the label completely; the remains of Def Soul's artist roster (including Classics) were transferred to its parent label following its disfunction. Reissues under this imprint will be handled by Universal Music Enterprises.