Clive Davis, music industry starmaker, has died at 94
Legendary music industry executive Clive Davis has passed away at the age of 94. Davis was a pivotal figure in the careers of numerous iconic artists, including Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, and Carlos Santana.
Why it matters
His death marks the end of an era for the modern music industry, as he was instrumental in shaping the sound and success of several generations of pop and R&B stars.
1 of 13 | Clive Davis, chief creative officer of Sony Music, appears during press day in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Jan. 23, 2014, prior to Davis’ annual pre-Grammy gala. (Photo by Casey Curry/Invision/AP, File
The article is a straightforward biographical report of a public figure's death based on wire service archives.
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