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Don Arden (born Harry Levy; 4 January 1926 – 21 July 2007) was an English music manager, agent, and businessman. He managed the careers of rock acts such as Jerry Lee Lewis, Little Richard, Gene Vincent, Air Supply, Small Faces, The Move, Black Sabbath and Electric Light Orchestra.
Jul 28, 2018 · In 1944 he changed his name to a more powerful sounding one – Don Arden. Little did he know at the time that this was going to become one of the most feared names in the industry.
Dec 16, 2023 · The history of rock music is littered with colourful personalities that seem excessively larger than life. However, in the case of the storied Don Arden, he was very much real, and so were his exploits. Accordingly, Arden was a memorable force for everyone he converged with, including Black Sabbath and his daughter, Sharon Osbourne.
Apr 11, 2012 · No wonder Don Arden, who has died at 81, was the most feared man in music He hung a rival out of a window, stubbed a cigar out on another's head and didn't speak to his daughter Sharon Osbourne...
Jul 23, 2007 · According to Telegraph.co.uk, Arden became best known for his fiercely uncompromising business methods, which were alleged to include beatings, kneecappings, threats of defenestration and the ...
Jul 24, 2007 · Don Arden, who died on Saturday aged 81, rejoiced in his reputation as the most infamous manager in the history of rock music - a reputation which led to him being known variously as "Mr Big ...
Jul 24, 2007 · Sharon Osbourne's music mogul father Don Arden has died at the age of 81. Dubbed the Al Capone of Pop for his uncompromising business practices, he steered acts like ELO, The Small...
