Art Quote by Michael Rapino

All of the artists that I've worked with have an incredible work ethic. And Madonna has the best work ethic of them all. I've…

— Paul Oakenfold

There are certain people who have become better artists, but they're brilliant at marketing. I think someone who's been phenomenal like that is Madonna.

— Michael Bolton

Madonna would not have done a 360 deal with us just because of our touring capability. We had to prove to her and others…

— Michael Rapino

When artists find other artists that they love to work with, they more than likely will continue to work with them throughout their career.

— Michael Giacchino

Without a doubt, because now in the music business talent and hard work isn't enough. There is just a lot of luck and marketing…

— Jason C. Miller

Some of the artists I've been working with it's been just work, you know what I'm saying? But in the industry I feel like…

— Tay Keith

It has been a marvellous experience and a great gift collaborating with Madonna. Now that I have had the chance to see her working,…

— Alessandro Michele

The artist-audience relationship is the most valuable thing, and anything you can do to fuel the long-term potential of that relationship is of value…

— Isaac Hanson

Madonna is completely down-to-earth. She's an absolute professional.

— Natalie Dormer

Our business model rises or falls on our ability to serve the artists. If others can do it better, the artists will go elsewhere.

— Michael Rapino

Artists are often excellent businessmen. They have to be. Otherwise they do not remain artists.

— A. Y. Jackson

Music never dies. Do we really need another Madonna tour? Does she have to compete with women performers 25 years her junior?

— Camille Paglia