Music1983–
Rick Rubin
Long Island producer and Def Jam co-founder who has produced albums in hip-hop, metal, country, and pop — his minimalist approach transformed artists from the Beastie Boys to Johnny Cash.
Origin
Long Beach, New York
Genre
Producer
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