Clive Davis helped launch or shape the careers of these music stars, across genres and decades
The legendary music executive Clive Davis, who has died at age 94, was known for deep, trusting relationships with the artists he represented. It was a mutual respect that allowed him to shape their careers — and them to shape his. Here’s a look at how Davis worked with some of the varied acts — from the Grateful Dead to Alicia Keys — he shepherded during a six-decade career in the music industry. Janis Joplin Davis played an important role in shaping Janis Joplin’s career, but she arguably played an even bigger role in shaping his. After Davis became president of ...
