Clive Davis, the legendary record executive and producer who shaped the careers of artists from Janis Joplin to Whitney Houston, has died at age 94, according to reports.
Clive Davis, the architect of modern popular music and a hitmaking titan of the industry, has died at 94. According to unconfirmed early reports, Davis passed away peacefully. He was best known as the founder of Arista Records and a key figure behind the careers of countless superstars, including Whitney Houston, Janis Joplin, Carlos Santana, and Alicia Keys. His influence spanned decades, from the 1960s into the 2020s, and his memoir and annual pre-Grammy gala were industry fixtures. Further details on the circumstances are not yet available.
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