Quote by Ornette Coleman

I've never had a relationship with a record executive. I always went to the record company by someone that liked my playing. Then they would get fired, and I'd be left with the record company. And then - because they got fired - the record company wouldn't do anything for me.

I've never had a relationship with a record executive. I alw

Summary

This quote highlights the speaker's experience with the music industry and the limitations they faced when it came to building relationships with record executives. Instead of forming a direct connection, the speaker relied on individuals who appreciated their talent to pave the way for their entry into record companies. However, these advocates often faced job insecurity themselves, leaving the speaker without a reliable ally within the record company. Consequently, the speaker felt neglected by the company, as they no longer received the necessary support after their initial connection was terminated.

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By Ornette Coleman

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