Island Def Jam ups Tesoriero

Gabe Tesoriero remains upped to senior V . p . of media and artist relations for Island Def Jam Group, the label introduced Friday. The Gotham-based professional grew to become part of IDJ in 2005, combined with been becoming V . p . of media and artist relations since 2008. Beginning his career in 1998, Tesoriero needed a scenario within the now IDJ-affiliated Roc-A-Fella Records in 2002, handling publicity for Kanye while others. "I anticipate ongoing growth and success with this particular historic label which is unmatched roster of artists," Tesoriero mentioned. Contact the number newsroom at news@variety.com