Faith Newman

Faith Newman is a highly influential figure in the music industry, with a career spanning over four decades. As a guest on the "Mixed and Mastered" podcast, she shared insights from her legendary journey, which includes being one of the first five employees at Def Jam in 1987.

She is notably credited with signing hip-hop artist Nas to Columbia Records and co-executive producing his seminal debut album, "Illmatic," among many other impactful roles in shaping hip-hop culture.