David Enthoven, the co-founder of EG Management, has died. He was 72.
Enthoven, along with his business partner, John Gaydon, was absolutely essential in helping King Crimson achieve international success in 1969, with David mortgaging his house to finance the recording of In The Court Of The Crimson King.
David, along with John and Robert, pioneered the forward-looking, artist-friendly business model whereby the artist licensed their work to the record company, which in 1969 was something relatively unknown.
Enthoven and Gaydon were on hand to bring TRex, ELP and Roxy Music to the world stage and in its early days EG stood out as an innovative company within the music industry of the day.
In later years David fell foul of alcohol and substance abuse. Despite many personal setbacks he came back to establish IE Management with business partner, Tim Clarke, with Robbie Williams as a client.
It’s no exaggeration to say David Enthoven’s involvement in the story of King Crimson was pivotal and decisive.
Enthoven reconnected with Robert Fripp and the world of King Crimson several years ago, offering advice and support on various projects and undertakings. This morning, Robert Fripp commented, "David Enthoven was the heart of EG."
The BBC have covered David’s passing as have The Daily Mirror.
Enthoven, along with his business partner, John Gaydon, was absolutely essential in helping King Crimson achieve international success in 1969, with David mortgaging his house to finance the recording of In The Court Of The Crimson King.
David, along with John and Robert, pioneered the forward-looking, artist-friendly business model whereby the artist licensed their work to the record company, which in 1969 was something relatively unknown.
Enthoven and Gaydon were on hand to bring TRex, ELP and Roxy Music to the world stage and in its early days EG stood out as an innovative company within the music industry of the day.
In later years David fell foul of alcohol and substance abuse. Despite many personal setbacks he came back to establish IE Management with business partner, Tim Clarke, with Robbie Williams as a client.
It’s no exaggeration to say David Enthoven’s involvement in the story of King Crimson was pivotal and decisive.
Enthoven reconnected with Robert Fripp and the world of King Crimson several years ago, offering advice and support on various projects and undertakings. This morning, Robert Fripp commented, "David Enthoven was the heart of EG."
The BBC have covered David’s passing as have The Daily Mirror.
