Kevin Liles
Kevin Liles
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41 years old
NEW YORK, New York
United States



Last Login: 6/8/2009
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What book inspired you to make it happen?
48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene and Joost Elffers
Autobiography of Malcolm X by Alex Haley
Emile by Jean Jacques Rousseau
Good to Great by Jim Collins
Grinding it out: The making of McDonalds by Ray Kroc
Long Walk to Freedom by Nelson Mandela
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T Kiyosaki
The Purpose- Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren
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Status:Single
Zodiac Sign:Pisces

   Kevin Liles's Schools
Morgan State University
Baltimore,MD
Graduated: 1991
Student status: Alumni
 

1986 to 1991
Woodlawn High Center For Pre-Eng. Res.
Baltimore,MD
Graduated: 1986
Student status: Alumni
 

1982 to 1986



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Make it
Happen

From an unpaid internship in 1991, Liles soared though the ranks to become President of Def Jam Music Group in 1998 at the tender age of 30. As president he was largely credited with building up revenues from less than $100 million to more than $400 million in just four years, turning what was a small but wildly successful record business into a mature corporation that become the crown jewel of Universal’s music group. He oversaw the creation of the brands Def Jam South, Def Soul, Def Soul Classics, Roc-a-Fella and Murder Inc. Under his stewardship, Def Jam grew into one of the most influential record labels in the world just as the rest of the music industry was facing a protracted slump.

By 2002, Liles added the title of executive vice president of Island Def Jam Music Group. Instrumental in the success of superstars and emerging artists such as Jay Z, Hoobastank, Ludacris, Sum 41, Ja Rule, LL Cool J, DMX, Kanye West, Musiq and Ashanti, Liles’ track record of artist successes solidifies him as one of the most important executives in the music industry. In recognition of these extraordinary achievements in the music industry, Kevin received the UJA-Federation’s Music Visionary Award in 2003.

A native of Baltimore, the first of four siblings, Liles attended Morgan State College, but exited one semester shy of his degree, opting instead to hit the road with his burgeoning hip hop group. It was during this period in his life that Mr. Liles began to realize that the business side of the music industry interested him most. “I absorbed a lot of hands-on knowledge about the inner workings of the business back then,” says Mr. Liles. “In the beginning there were only five of us; no titles, no job descriptions, we each did what it took to get the job done.”

In June of 2001, Mr. Liles joined his mentor Russell Simmons in hosting the first of several hip hop summits created to reach out to members of the hip hop community to better grasp the social, political, and cultural ramifications of the hip hop movement.

As far as Liles is concerned, efforts to improve the lives of the young people of his culture are simply the right thing to do.

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Yung Jerz

Yung Jerz



Apr 28 2009 9:36 PM

Hey Mr.Liles I just had to let you know that your book was great and it help me and my team alot! Thanks. I really look forward to meeting you one day.
Jerz.
Robert Mason

Robert Mason



Apr 28 2009 9:36 PM

Thanks for the add, appreciate it.


-Robert-
JP Morgan of BlackTearz

JP Morgan  of BlackTearz



Apr 28 2009 9:33 PM

As busy as you are, thanks for the Add!!! God Bless and be safe!!
JAX

JAX



Apr 28 2009 9:33 PM

Thanks 4 da add, hope u like my music.
JAX OUT!!!
Ambica

Ambica



Apr 16 2009 3:58 PM

Hello! Just stoppin' by to show some luv and to thank you for the add/friendship. Have a wonderful weekend:) XOXOX Ambica.
Spq-Her™

Spq-Her™



Apr 16 2009 3:57 PM

PEACE!
Thanks 4 the add!
Holla anytime!
Much Success To You!

-SPQHER
Peoplz - (www.twitter.com/Peoplz)

Peoplz - (www.twitter.com/Peoplz)



Apr 16 2009 3:57 PM

Appreciate you adding me Mr.
Liles! The book is phenomenal!
Twitter.com/officialcityboy

Twitter.com/officialcityboy



Apr 16 2009 3:56 PM

This CityBoy just stopping by your page to show some love, check out my new songs and comment me what you think... Thanks!
BENA SHAD

BENA SHAD



Apr 16 2009 3:55 PM

So...I sent you a letter-an email-a MySpace message-all that’s left is to give you my thanks in person (along with that demo ;o) EXPECT IT! God Bless you Mr.Liles! I just finished "Make It Happen" and it resonates with me throughout the day; in tasks both menial and substantial and in perception and action. Though good influences are few and far in between-I will surround myself with the likes of those like you through books and study until I am surrounded by greatness myself.
Thank you for the jewels of wisdom you so generously shared, I am one whose soil your word will take root in-I will allow good and bad times to water the seed-I will set forth until my dying day with a tenacious spirit-an on fire spirit-the spirit of a finisher! You have inspired me-Thank you.

Bena Shad
J.Jordan-www.twitter.com/jjordanmusic

J.Jordan-www.twitter.com/jjordanmusic



Apr 16 2009 3:54 PM

MUCH RESPECT!!!!!
Trendsetta @ Monarch Bar & Lounge Oct 24th,

Trendsetta @ Monarch Bar & Lounge Oct 24th,



Mar 9 2009 5:54 PM

Thanks....Showing love!! Check out my New Music!
The Official Fan Page of TD Hoagland

The Official Fan Page of TD Hoagland



Mar 10 2009 5:48 PM

Hello Kevin Liles,
Thank you for your friendship. I am honored to be a part of your circle of friends. Have a great week.

All good things,
-TD Hoagland Fan Page
Brotha B.C.

Brotha B.C.



Mar 10 2009 11:15 PM

Appreciate it Kev, hope all is well with ya...

BC
DREW DIGGS

DREW DIGGS



Mar 14 2009 7:53 PM

I read the book...real talk I respect Jay Z as an artist but you had earned the top Spot... U had the passion, the grind and the heart...

Def Jam owe you a SALUTE.
Kyle Cousins

Kyle Cousins



Mar 23 2009 9:18 PM

thanx for the add man! hope you like the music!
Tilly The Artist

Lola Parker



Mar 23 2009 9:26 PM

Greetings Kevin, it's your girl Lola in Baltimore. Best wishes on your success this year. Love to see brothas doing them.
AFROLETIC

AFROLETIC



Mar 24 2009 12:52 AM

Peace and Blessings Kev. Yes we can with the AFROLETIC Brand! Let's get it Kevin! It's time. Hit me up.

Mr.
AFROLETIC!
Mark

Mark Scott



Mar 24 2009 3:44 PM

Thank you Kevin Liles for adding me. I know about you in the music business as a fan. You keep up with the good work and seek other opportunity.
shawn "MOGUL ENTERTAINMENT"

Shawn Baynes



Mar 24 2009 10:36 PM

Thanks for adding me! Shawn-Mogul ENT.
RAS-MYRIE

RAS-MYRIE
Online Now!


Mar 26 2009 11:27 AM

thanks for the add kying.
to all come join the revolution in hiphop
Point Blank The Marksman

Point Blank The Marksman



Mar 26 2009 3:27 PM

Thanks for the add Mr. Liles. I hope to one day be in the position to do business with you.

God Bless
Slick Nick

Nicholas Pellegrino



Mar 30 2009 4:49 PM

thanks for the add kevin
-Slick Nick
JMiller Productions LLC,

JMiller Productions LLC,



Mar 31 2009 2:52 PM

Thanks for the add

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Ebony Evans

Ebony Evans



Mar 31 2009 4:52 PM

Thanks for your friendship and support Kevin :)

Have a great week.




Ebony
Guilt@

Guilt@



Apr 2 2009 7:08 AM

Last Time I saw U was In Chi.. Wass Good Kev
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