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“This civil action is another case of a tragedy that has become all too familiar in the music industry: a business manager and professional advisers exploit an immensely talented artist's loyalty and trust through greed, self-dealing, concealment, knowing misrepresentation and reckless disregard…” quote by Leonard Cohen
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“This civil action is another case of a tragedy that has become all too familiar in the music industry: a business manager and professional advisers exploit an immensely talented artist's loyalty and trust through greed, self-dealing, concealment, knowing misrepresentation and reckless disregard for professional fiduciary duties.”

Leonard Cohen

About This Quote

The statement condemns exploitative practices in the music industry, where managers and advisers abuse artists’ trust for personal gain, violating fiduciary duties.

In simple terms: Music industry exploitation harms artists.

Key Takeaway

Protect artists from greedy advisors.

Themes

exploitation ethics industry

Mood

critical advocacy

Type

protective ethical

When to use this quote

  • contract reviews
  • legal counsel
  • artist advocacy groups

Key Concepts

fiduciary duty artist rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safeguards can artists demand?
  • How to hold advisors accountable?
A Different Perspective

Legal recourse can be costly.

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