Rob Thomas Reflects on Clive Davis's Legacy as Mentor and Music Icon
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Rob Thomas, Leena Tailor
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Rob Thomas pays tribute to the late Clive Davis, reflecting on their three-decade relationship that began when Thomas was brought in to work on the smash hit "Smooth" with Carlos Santana. Thomas describes Davis as a key mentor, friend, adviser and confidante, and shares personal memories of Davis's impact on his career and life, marking the end of an era in the music industry.
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Rolling StoneRob Thomas Reflects on Clive Davis's Legacy as Mentor and Music Iconrollingstone.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledLosing Clive is the end of an era.
He was more than a mentor — he was a friend, adviser and confidante.
The two key relationships formed behind the scenes would prove monumental for Thomas — with Santana and with music executive Clive Davis.
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