July 21, 2023: Pitchfork: Tony Bennett Dies at 96
Tony Bennett, the monumental singer whose renditions of jazz and pop standards shaped American music, died in his New York hometown today (July 21), his publicist said. No cause of death was given, but Bennett had been living with Alzheimer’s disease since 2016. He was 96 years old.
Tony Bennett, the monumental singer whose renditions of jazz and pop standards shaped American music, died in his New York hometown today (July 21), his publicist said. No cause of death was given, but Bennett had been living with Alzheimer’s disease since 2016. He was 96 years old.
March 2, 2023: USA Today: Wayne Shorter, Jazz Messengers and Miles Davis Quintet saxophonist, dies at 89
Wayne Shorter, an influential jazz innovator whose lyrical, complex jazz compositions and pioneering saxophone playing sounded through more than half a century of American music, has died. He was 89.
Shorter died Thursday surrounded by his family in Los Angeles, said Alisse Kingsley, a representative for the multi-Grammy winner. No cause of death was given.
Wayne Shorter, an influential jazz innovator whose lyrical, complex jazz compositions and pioneering saxophone playing sounded through more than half a century of American music, has died. He was 89.
Shorter died Thursday surrounded by his family in Los Angeles, said Alisse Kingsley, a representative for the multi-Grammy winner. No cause of death was given.
Feb 21, 2023: Music Radar: New Orleans pianist Huey “Piano” Smith has died, aged 89
New Orleans pianist Huey “Piano” Smith, the R&B player whose sound is considered to be a significant influence on the development of rock ‘n’ roll, has died at the age of 89.
Born Huey Pierce Smith in 1934, his playing fused elements of boogie-woogie, jazz and rhythm and blues. He was known for songs such as Rockin’ Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu and Don’t You Just Know It.
New Orleans pianist Huey “Piano” Smith, the R&B player whose sound is considered to be a significant influence on the development of rock ‘n’ roll, has died at the age of 89.
Born Huey Pierce Smith in 1934, his playing fused elements of boogie-woogie, jazz and rhythm and blues. He was known for songs such as Rockin’ Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu and Don’t You Just Know It.
January 19, 2023: NPR: Crosby, Stills & Nash co-founder David Crosby has died at 81
David Crosby, a prominent figure of the free-spirited 1970s Laurel Canyon scene who helped bring folk-rock mainstream with both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, has died at 81. His publicist confirmed the artist's death to NPR; no cause of death was given at the time of this report.
David Crosby, a prominent figure of the free-spirited 1970s Laurel Canyon scene who helped bring folk-rock mainstream with both The Byrds and Crosby, Stills & Nash, has died at 81. His publicist confirmed the artist's death to NPR; no cause of death was given at the time of this report.
Jan 13, 2023: CBS News: Lisa Marie Presley, daughter of Elvis Presley, dies at 54
Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, died Thursday at the age of 54.
A representative for Priscilla Presley confirmed her daughter's death to CBS News.
"Priscilla Presley and the Presley family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Lisa Marie," a publicist for Priscilla Presley told CBS News in a statement. "They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time."
Lisa Marie Presley, the only child of Elvis and Priscilla Presley, died Thursday at the age of 54.
A representative for Priscilla Presley confirmed her daughter's death to CBS News.
"Priscilla Presley and the Presley family are shocked and devastated by the tragic death of their beloved Lisa Marie," a publicist for Priscilla Presley told CBS News in a statement. "They are profoundly grateful for the support, love and prayers of everyone, and ask for privacy during this very difficult time."
Dec 11, 2022: People: Cher's Mother Georgia Holt Dead at 96: 'Mom is Gone,' Singer Says
Cher's mother, Georgia Holt, has died. She was 96. The musician, 76, revealed the news on Twitter early Saturday morning. "Mom is gone," Cher tweeted alongside a sad-face emoji.
Cher's mother, Georgia Holt, has died. She was 96. The musician, 76, revealed the news on Twitter early Saturday morning. "Mom is gone," Cher tweeted alongside a sad-face emoji.
Dec 9, 2022: Parade: Tina Turner's Son Ronnie Dead at 62
Tina Tuner’s son, Ronnie, has passed away.
His wife, Afida Turner, revealed the news on Instagram. He was 62.
Tina Tuner’s son, Ronnie, has passed away.
His wife, Afida Turner, revealed the news on Instagram. He was 62.
Nov 30, 2022: Kenosha News: Obit Christine McVie
Christine McVie, the soulful British musician who sang lead on many of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits, has died at 79. The band announced her death on social media Wednesday, saying “there are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie.” No cause of death or other details were immediately provided. McVie was a steady presence and personality in a band known for its frequent lineup changes and volatile personalities. During its peak commercial years, from 1975-80, the band sold tens of millions of records and was an ongoing source of fascination for fans as it transformed personal battles into melodic, compelling songs.
Christine McVie, the soulful British musician who sang lead on many of Fleetwood Mac’s biggest hits, has died at 79. The band announced her death on social media Wednesday, saying “there are no words to describe our sadness at the passing of Christine McVie.” No cause of death or other details were immediately provided. McVie was a steady presence and personality in a band known for its frequent lineup changes and volatile personalities. During its peak commercial years, from 1975-80, the band sold tens of millions of records and was an ongoing source of fascination for fans as it transformed personal battles into melodic, compelling songs.
Nov 27, 2022: New York Times: Louise Tobin, 104, Dies; Jazz Vocalist Made Comeback After a Hiatus
She was a rising swing era star when she quit to raise children, at the request of her first husband, the bandleader Harry James. But her singing days weren’t over.
She was a rising swing era star when she quit to raise children, at the request of her first husband, the bandleader Harry James. But her singing days weren’t over.
Nov 26, 2022: Rolling Stone: Irene Cara, ‘Fame’ Star and ‘Flashdance’ Singer, Dead at 63
IRENE CARA, THE Oscar-winning star of Fame and the chart-topping singer of “Flashdance… What a Feeling,” has died at the age of 63.
Cara died Friday at her home in Florida, her publicist Judith A. Moore announced on Twitter. Her cause of death is “currently unknown and will be released when information is available.”
IRENE CARA, THE Oscar-winning star of Fame and the chart-topping singer of “Flashdance… What a Feeling,” has died at the age of 63.
Cara died Friday at her home in Florida, her publicist Judith A. Moore announced on Twitter. Her cause of death is “currently unknown and will be released when information is available.”
