per the fader, looks like terius nash will be the new VP of A&R at def jam. this shouldn’t be too shocking, as he’s been responsible for some of the biggest hits of the decade (“single ladies,” “umbrella”) and is a hell of an artist and producer in his own right. his statement:

I am committed as I have been previously to bringing the power of belief in the artist back to the forefront. I share a unique view of an artist and as well as the business of music. I, with the help of many others, have ran a successful business for the last five years in the midst of the “Digital Change.” My concentration and effort will be to the artist to succeed in their dreams and goals. I’ve been a part of watching and participating in the success of many great women and men including Beyonce, Rihanna, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion to name a few. Music means more than just a download, it’s life to the culture and also the people who listen. This is a new exciting yet critical time for music – ‘You Meet Change with Change!’

-grizzly