Biography - Russell Simmons (2008)

Synopsis: Russell Simmons has been one of the driving forces of hip hop since the 1970s; as a producer, record label mogul, and energetic entrepreneur, he ushered the genre's sounds and styles well into the... Russell Simmons has been one of the driving forces of hip hop since the 1970s; as a producer, record label mogul, and energetic entrepreneur, he ushered the genre's sounds and styles well into the mainstream. This entry in the Biography series chronicles the media legend's rise to power and fame, featuring in-depth interviews with the man himself, and many of the field's top artists. [More]