New Orleans bred rap group Sqad Up and their label, Money Yung'n Records, have recently announced their new partnership with Def Jam Records.

As part of their agreement, Def Jam will provide Money Yung'n with marketing and distribution for Sqad Up's sophomore album titled We Here Now.

Comprised of Gudda, Nutt Tha Kid, Young Yo and Supa Blanco, Sqad Up have made a name for themselves in the past four years via mixtapes and collaborations with Lil' Wayne and Lil' Flip.

"We wanted to embark on this partnership because there is no other group out right now that is as recognizable as Sqad Up," explained Island/Def Jam VP of A&R, Tyran 'TyTy' Smith via a statement. "Through their own movement they have been able to brand themselves so well in the industry and the public's eye that whether separate or together there is no denying who they are and what they stand for as a whole. We look forward to working with Money Yung'n Records and together we plan to take Sqad Up to the next level in '07."

"We are looking forward to further strengthening and building the Money Yung'n Records/Sqad Up movement and brand with the full support of Jay-Z and Def Jam," said Money Yung'n Executive, Jay Exclusive. "The signing also brings stronger business relationships to the forefront."

Sqad Up are currently working on We Here Now which is slated for release in spring 2007.

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