Broadway Quote by Al Kooper
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“The first generation from the '50s that were in 1650 [Broadway] were pretty much all crooks, I mean just out and out crooks. And the next generation had a little more finesse. But I mean those first wave of people, you know, definitely would take all your money, no doubt about it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Magazine, 1970s, United States
Early music industry figures were often unscrupulous; later generations showed more professionalism but still faced exploitation.
In simple terms: First wave were crooks; later more refined.
Key Takeaway
Beware of exploitation in creative fields.
Themes
music industry
ethics
history
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
historical
advisory
When to use this quote
- record deals
- artist management
- industry contracts
Key Concepts
exploitation
professionalism
generational change
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards protect artists today?
- How has industry ethics evolved?
A Different Perspective
Not all early figures were dishonest; context matters.
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