Clive Davis, Music Mogul With a Golden Ear for Talent, Dies at 94
Music legend Clive Davis, the 94‑year‑old record executive behind Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, dies, sparking worldwide tributes
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Coverage notes his long‑standing influence on the industry. Australian Broadcasting Corporation and CNN reported his death, while Yahoo and KCRA published reactions from the artists themselves.
AP News also compiled a list of ten songs to memorialize him. Future coverage may feature additional tributes, playlists and commentary on his legacy, as indicated by the current focus on memorial songs and artist statements.
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Quick answers
What was Clive Davis known for in the music industry?
He was a record executive and producer who signed and worked with major artists such as Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Carlos Santana, Rod Stewart and Rob Thomas.
Which media outlets are reporting on his death?
Reporting comes from Australian Broadcasting Corporation, AP News, The New York Times, ABC News, Yahoo, NBC News, The Washington Post, CNN, KCRA and others.
How are artists responding to his passing?
Artists including Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Carlos Santana, Bruce Springsteen, Rod Stewart and Rob Thomas have issued public statements or reactions, as noted by KCRA, Yahoo and other outlets.
Coverage (15)
- Music mogul Clive Davis dies at 94 leaving behind powerful imprint on industry Australian Broadcasting Corporation · 46d ago
- 10 songs to memorialize Clive Davis, the larger-than-life music executive AP News · 46d ago
- Barry Manilow, Patti Smith, Carlos Santana and more mourn the death of Clive Davis KCRA · 46d ago
- Clive Davis, music industry starmaker, has died at 94 AP News · 46d ago
- Clive Davis Was a Proudly Hands-On Executive. But Not With This Artist. The New York Times · 46d ago
- Look Back at Music Executive Legend Clive Davis' Remarkable Career and Life in Photos People.com · 46d ago
- The Defining, Imperfect Partnership of Clive Davis and Whitney Houston The New York Times · 46d ago
- Clive Davis gave LGBTQ+ people the soundtrack of our lives and a place in music Yahoo · 46d ago
- IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen and more pay tribute to Clive Davis Yahoo · 46d ago
- Iconic record producer Clive Davis dies at 94 ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 46d ago
- Bruce Springsteen Remembers Clive Davis: ‘He Changed My Life When He Signed Me’ Yahoo · 46d ago
- Clive Davis, legendary music mogul who worked with Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, dies at 94 NBC News · 46d ago
- Rod Stewart, Rob Thomas, Barry Manilow, Bruce Springsteen react to the death of Clive Davis Yahoo · 46d ago
- Clive Davis, recording executive and star-maker, dies at 94 The Washington Post · 46d ago
- Clive Davis, monumental music producer and record industry titan, has died CNN · 46d ago
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