Sire Records Co-Founder Seymour Stein, Who Signed Madonna and Ramones, Dies at 80.
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Seymour Stein, the co-founder of Sire Records, has died at the age of 80. Stein was responsible for signing some of the most iconic artists in popular music, including Madonna, Ramones, and Talking Heads. He was a key champion of punk rock and new wave and helped break the careers of many artists. Stein was also part of the group of industry professionals who started the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
- Seymour Stein, Sire Co-Founder Who Signed Madonna and Ramones, Dies at 80 Pitchfork
- Seymour Stein, Record Industry Giant Who Signed Madonna, Dies at 80 The New York Times
- Seymour Stein dead: Record exec who signed Madonna passes away from cancer Daily Mail
- Seymour Stein, Legendary Music Exec Who Signed Madonna and Talking Heads, Dies at 80 Variety
- Seymour Stein, Sire Records Co-Founder Who Signed Madonna, The Ramones & More, Dies at 80 Billboard
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