Nasty C Signs With Def Jam Records and Releases “There They Go”

Award-winning South African rapper Nasty C has signed an exclusive pact with Def Jam Recordings through a joint venture with Universal Music Africa. 

 Shot in Nasty C’s hometown of Durban, South Africa, the video was directed by Andrew Sandler. The Cxdy-produced “There They Go” is the first single from the 23-year-old rapper’s upcoming album Zulu Man with Some Power. The upcoming album serves as the follow-up to Nasty C’s second multi-platinum album, 2018’s Strings and Bling.

In announcing the signing, Def Jam Recordings interim chairman/CEO Jeff Harleston stated, “Nasty C is a unique and forward-thinking artist who is at the forefront of a new generation of rappers emerging from Africa. Def Jam is a globally recognized brand synonymous with excellence in hip-hop, and we are excited to welcome Nasty C — an international star with real vision and talent — into the family.”

“It’s powerful to be a part of the Def Jam family,” added Nasty C. “It’s an iconic record label and has made the careers of many of the artists I look up to.”

 


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