Music artistes mourned the death of Clive Davis, one of the industry's most powerful figures who launched or resurrected the careers of artistes ranging from Whitney Houston to Carlos Santana.

Davis, 94, died Monday in his Manhattan apartment. A statement from the family says Davis “discovered, mentored, and championed the greatest artistes in modern music history, leaving an indelible mark on culture that will endure for generations”.

“My heart is heavy with the loss of my friend Clive Davis. For 50 years we worked together, created together, argued together, and celebrated together. Yes, some would say it was business. But to Clive, it never was. It was family. And I was honoured to be a part of his.” — on X.