Clive Davis | 04-19-26
Apr 19, 2026•22 min
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Episode description
Clive Davis discusses his illustrious career and his collaborative approach to developing iconic artists. He details his historic partnership with Whitney Houston, highlighting their unique "key man" agreement and the two-year search for the perfect debut material that launched her record-breaking success. Davis also reflects on how the industry has shifted toward a reliance on social media followers and the domination of hip-hop, though he maintains that timeless talent would still thrive today.
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