The New York Times – Music:
He rose from a midlevel position at Columbia Records to become one of music’s most powerful executives, shepherding stars like Barry Manilow and Whitney Houston.
Category: Columbia Records
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11 Essential Songs Shepherded by Clive Davis
The New York Times – Music:
The label boss, who died on Monday, had a passion for hits — especially ones he masterminded — during his formidable tenures at Columbia, Arista and J Records.
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Overlooked No More: Cléoma Falcon, Queen of Cajun Music
The New York Times – Music:
She and her husband, Joe, recorded the first commercial recording of Cajun music ever made, giving voice to French-speaking Louisiana.
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Fivio Foreign Had an Epiphany. Can He Change Drill Rap?
The New York Times – Music:
On his debut album, the Brooklyn rapper hopes to smooth a path forward for the city’s ascendant hip-hop scene, even as it draws criticism amid a rise in gun violence.