Mo Ostin Collection, 1961-1990, undated

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Mo Ostin Collection, 1961-1990, undated

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The Mo Ostin Collection spans the years of 1961 to 1990, with the bulk of the collection dating between 1963 and 1980. The collection primarily consists of artist files kept by Ostin while he was a recording executive at Warner Brothers and Reprise Records. These files contain biographical sketches, contracts, recording session schedules, album release planning information, and promotional releases. Significant artist files include Sammy Davis, Jr., Jimi Hendrix, John Lennon, Joni Mitchell, and Frank Sinatra. Other documents and items in the collection include photographs, legal papers, executive files, licenses, master purchases, appointment books, correspondence, events records, and information about publishers, agents, and managers. The Mo Ostin Collection provides a great deal of documentation on Ostin's role as vice president and chairman of a prominent and successful recording label. Seen in a broader context, his influence on the cultural history of rock music is shown through his relationships with many highly acclaimed artists, whom he helped develop and produce in their early stages. The papers and documents provide an in-depth look at the role of the record executive and the importance of maintaining relationships with artists and other professionals in the recording industry, for which Ostin is highly praised.

43.0 linear feet

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Library and Archives

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Sinatra, Frank

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The son of italian immigrants, Frank Sinatra began singing and doing impersonations in school which led to his future career as singer with the Hoboken Four in 1935. The quartet broke up in 1936 and Frank started working his way through the music industry until he finally got his big break in 1940. He would become one of Hollywood's leading men for the next two decades and a constant music hall draw after that until very close to the day he died in 1998. (Adapted from the Official Sinatra Family...

Warner Bros. Records

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Reprise Records (Firm)

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Ostin, Mo 1927-

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