Gary Kurfirst was a music industry pioneer known to insiders for his discerning taste, distinctive management style, and vehemently protecting the artists he represented. He was instrumental in guiding the careers of many legendary artists including Talking Heads, Ramones, B-52’s, Peter Tosh, Jane’s Addiction, Eurythmics Shirley Manson of Garbage and Live resulting in more than a 100 million in record sales worldwide and multiple Grammy Awards. Kurfirst played a pivotal role in the creation as executive producer of the Talking Heads film Stop Making Sense, and produced the films True Stories and Siesta. Kurfirst’s professional achievements still continue to shape pop culture and influence new talent in the global music community. Seymour Stein, founder of Sire Records and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, summed up Kurfirst’s contribution, "Gary was brilliant in his ability to spot changes in music ahead of most people and had the courage to act on his instincts.". Wikipedia
Gary Kurfirst was a music industry pioneer known to insiders for his discerning taste, distinctive management style, and vehemently protecting the artists he represented. He was instrumental in guiding the careers of many legendary artists including Talking Heads, Ramones, B-52’s, Peter Tosh, Jane’s Addiction, Eurythmics Shirley Manson of Garbage...