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6 days ago

Brett James, writer of 'Jesus, Take The Wheel,' dies in plane crash at 57 | Fortune

The small plane with three people aboard crashed Thursday afternoon "under unknown circumstances" in the woods in Franklin, the Federal Aviation Administration said in a preliminary report. There were no survivors, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol said in a statement. James was on a Cirrus SR22T, which was registered to him under his legal name of Brett James Cornelius, according to information provided by the FAA. It was not known if he was the pilot.
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1 month ago

Eddie Palmieri, a trailblazer in Latin music, has died at age 88

Eddie Palmieri, influential Latin music bandleader and pianist, passed away at age 88, known for his innovative fusion of Afro-Caribbean rhythms and jazz.
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fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Was Cleo Laine, dead at 97, a great jazz singer? Not according to her.

Cleo Laine, despite being celebrated as a jazz singer, identified herself primarily as a singer of songs with a contralto voice.
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fromFuncheap
5 months ago

3-time Grammy Winner: Cecile McLorin Salvant at SFJAZZ (May 1-3)

Cécile McLorin Salvant showcases unparalleled jazz talent and continues to gain recognition as a leading female jazz singer.
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