Modern music and artistry would look and sound completely different if not for the groundbreaking contributions Michael Jackson gifted to the world.

World events can shape culture. Music is either a soundtrack for or a narration of changing times. And who knows how that's going to go?

The kids I talk to are convinced their generation will make the best music. And the greatest artists have yet to be discovered. I walk around with that thought every day.

I am a record executive and I shall be right there in your face with my records.

I live for opening doors for the young generation of creators. If we do nothing else with our success, let's open up some doors.

Popular music has always been rooted in the blues, whether it's Adele or Led Zeppelin or Sam Cooke. It's just the beat that changes.

I'm personally looking for artists that are along the lines of today's pop stars. Whether it be a Rihanna or a Justin Bieber or a Kanye West or a Beyonce or a Lady Gaga, I'm looking for talent that's like that, that's what I love.