60 Minutes · Clive Davis, legendary music executive, dies at 94

1. 1. Clive Davis started as a corporate lawyer in the finance department of Columbia Records before becoming a legendary music executive.
2. 2. Davis's breakthrough came at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, where he signed Janis Joplin and recognized the psychedelic rock movement.
3. 3. The two artists who benefited most from Davis's mentorship were Whitney Houston and Alicia Keys.
4. 4. Davis combined musical acumen and business acumen better than almost anyone in the industry.
5. 5. At his 90th birthday celebration, artists like Paul Simon and Bruce Springsteen spoke reverently about Davis, showing his lasting impact.