FRI. BRIEF: Russell Simmons Exits Def Jam • Dubset Strikes Merlin Indie Deal • Azoff Wins Rado Battle Round • More Posted by December 1, 2017December 1, 2017 Leave a comment on FRI. BRIEF: Russell Simmons Exits Def Jam • Dubset Strikes Merlin Indie Deal • Azoff Wins Rado Battle Round • More FRIDAY 12.1.17 Music Business News From Around The Web Updated continuously under our More News tab