Clive Davis, music titan behind Whitney Houston, dies at 94 - USA Today
Legendary music executive Clive Davis has passed away at the age of 94. Known for discovering and shaping the careers of icons like Whitney Houston and Barry Manilow, Davis was a defining figure in the music industry for seven decades.
Why it matters
Davis's death marks the end of an era for the traditional music industry, as he was instrumental in the development of modern pop and R&B stardom.
Hear this story Clive Davis , one of the most influential record moguls in music history and the mastermind behind the careers of Whitney Houston , Barry Manilow , Earth, Wind & Fire , Alicia Keys and dozens of other artists, has died at 94.
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