Producer who ‘reshaped the soundscape of hip-hop and R&B’ dies at 54
Irv Gotti's signature production style was evident on hit songs including "I'm Real," "Always on Time" and "Foolish."
Irv Gotti's signature production style was evident on hit songs including "I'm Real," "Always on Time" and "Foolish."
Famed music executive Irv Gotti has died at the age of 54, according to Def Jam Records.
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Hip-hop has lost “one of its most creative soldiers,” ex-Def Jam CEO Lyor Cohen said.
A cause of death has not been announced nor is it known yet when and where he died.