Gene Simmons has appeared on the latest edition of Rick Rubin's Tetragrammaton podcast. Over the course of a wide-ranging, three-and-a-half-hour, 28,000-word conversation, the pair discuss Simmons ...

As an NYU college student, Rick Rubin launched Def Jam Recordings some 40 years ago and has been a hitmaker ever since. Anderson Cooper interviews the music producer about his unique approach.

Rick Rubin could have written about the music industry and insider stories. Instead, he spent eight years writing what is basically a spiritual text about making something meaningful.

Rick Rubin says he barely plays any instruments and has no technical ability. He just knows what he likes and dislikes and is decisive about it. "[I'm paid for] the confidence that I have in my ...

Rick Rubin masterminded the rise of hip-hop and later revived legendary L.A. rock acts. Now he's got a book out, 'The Creative Act,' passing on his wisdom.

Rick Rubin might have built an iconic reputation in music for his work with the Beastie Boys, Aerosmith, L.L. Cool J, and countless others, but he built his love of music off the backs of the ...

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Rick Rubin discussed creativity, listening and getting the most out of ideas at the Qualtrics X4 conference. He emphasized creativity in daily decisions and deep listening to understand others.