“Bruce Lundvall was one of the greatest music industry visionaries of the 20th century. He made the impossible possible with Blue Note Records. Because of Bruce so many artists that you never expected to be on a jazz label are appearing on there now starting with Nora Jones who he discovered several years ago.
He was never just interested in money. He truly loved good music and loved jazz.
Bruce was responsible for me getting signed in 1973 to Columbia Records, which later became Sony Records. Clive Davis was the President at that time and signed me because of Bruce’s recommendation. Bruce was also responsible for me getting hired to do compose the score for the film “Round Midnight”, directed by Bertrand Tavernier. My history and friendship with Bruce goes a long way back. He has left us in body but his legacy and extraordinary influence on the music industry will remain forever.” – Herbie Hancock