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5 days ago
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Kelly Osbourne Shared A Heartbreaking Statement Following Her Dad Ozzy Osbourne's Death

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5 days ago
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Kelly Osbourne Shared A Heartbreaking Statement Following Her Dad Ozzy Osbourne's Death

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5 days ago

Singer Cleo Laine, who boasted a four-octave range, has died at 97

Cleo Laine, a versatile vocalist celebrated across jazz, pop, and classical, has died at age 97, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances.
#chuck-mangione
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

All 43 of Billy Joel's Hot 100 hits, ranked from worst to best

Billy Joel's legacy is highly regarded among peers and celebrated in an upcoming HBO documentary.
fromConsequence
1 week ago

Metallica Honor Ozzy Osbourne: "Hero, Icon, Pioneer, Inspiration, Mentor"

"It's impossible to put into words what Ozzy Osbourne has meant to Metallica. Hero, icon, pioneer, inspiration, mentor, and, most of all, friend are a few that come to mind."
Music
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Connie Francis, whose hit songs included Who's Sorry Now?' and Pretty Little Baby,' dies at 87

Connie Francis, pop star of the 1950s and 60s, has died at age 87, following a life of both great success and personal tragedy.
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Jeff Lynne Was Too Sick to Play His Final ELO Concert

Jeff has been battling a systemic infection and is currently in the care of a team of doctors who have advised him that performing is simply not possible at this time nor will he be able to reschedule.
Music
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

UK Legend "Morrissey" Live at the Greek Theatre (Berkeley)

Morrissey has released 13 solo studio albums, all of which have hit the UK top 10 including 3 number 1's, and an Ivor Novello Award for Outstanding Contribution to British music.
London music
fromstupiddope.com
2 weeks ago

Juice WRLD's Legends Never Die' Anniversary Edition | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

The Legends Never Die (5 Year Anniversary Edition) just landed, and it's brought a couple of emotional haymakers along for the ride.
Music
fromPitchfork
2 weeks ago

Jeff Lynne's ELO Cancel Final Concert Due to Illness

Jeff Lynne's ELO has cancelled their final show at BST Hyde Park due to Jeff Lynne's battle with a systemic infection, recommended by doctors to avoid performing.
London music
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Review: At the Huntington, the New Hollywood String Quartet recalls legendary studio musicians

When four top film studio musicians formed the Hollywood String Quartet in the late 1930s, its name was presumed an oxymoron. Exalted string quartet devotees belittled film soundtracks, while studio heads had a reputation for shunning classical music longhairs.
Music
#sly-stone
NYC music
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1 month ago

Sly Stone Was the Voice of Hope in Times of Despair. We Need His Music Now More Than Ever.

Sly Stone, a pioneering figure in music, has passed away, leaving behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire.
NYC music
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Funk Legend Sly Stone, Whose Career Was Born In SF, Has Died at 82

Sly Stone's passing revives recognition of his influential music earlier than expected, mourning his loss while celebrating his legacy.
SF music
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Questlove Shares Tribute to Sly Stone

Sly Stone left a profound legacy impacting music and societal change through his expressions of inclusivity and human truth.
fromConsequence
4 weeks ago

Why Fishbone Matters with Comedian W. Kamau Bell: Podcast

Fishbone's importance and originality in ska music are widely acknowledged.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Walter Scott of R&B group the Whispers dies at 81

Walter Scott, co-founder of The Whispers, passed away at 81, marking the loss of a significant figure in R&B music history.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alanis Morissette at Glastonbury review spectacular sundown set by a unique feminist artist

Alanis Morissette’s pre-headliner performance at Glastonbury showcases her musical legacy and powerful voice, appealing to fans eager for her classic hits.
London music
Music
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Shane Hawkins hitting road with Chevy Metal for 2025 summer tour

Shane Hawkins will tour with his father's band, Chevy Metal, this summer, continuing his father's musical legacy.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Chopped, screwed, and never forgotten. DJ Screw's legacy lives on.

DJ Screw revolutionized hip hop with his 'Chopped and Screwed' style, celebrated annually on DJ Screw Day.
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
1 month ago

Jay-Z's Reasonable Doubt Turns 29: Revisiting a Classic That Changed Hip-Hop | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Jay-Z's 'Reasonable Doubt' is hailed as a groundbreaking debut album that redefined New York rap, showcasing introspection and realism.
The album's themes of ambition and betrayal resonate timelessly, offering an honest look at the hustle.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Mick Ralphs, guitarist for Bad Company and Mott the Hoople, dies at 81

Mick Ralphs, influential guitarist of Bad Company, died at 81, leaving a legacy in hard rock music.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Patrick Walden, Babyshambles Guitarist, Dead at 46

Patrick Walden, former lead guitarist of Babyshambles, has died at 46, leaving behind a musical legacy.
#brian-wilson
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago
Music

The Genius of Brian Wilson (RIP) and How He Turned "Good Vibrations" Into the Beach Boys' Pocket Symphony

Music production
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Brian Wilson was a musical genius. Are there any left?

Brian Wilson, the musical genius behind the Beach Boys, leaves a remarkable legacy of creativity and influence that continues to resonate with fans and artists.
Music
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

The Genius of Brian Wilson (RIP) and How He Turned "Good Vibrations" Into the Beach Boys' Pocket Symphony

Brian Wilson's innovative orchestration was crucial to the Beach Boys' sound, despite contributions from other family members and musicians.
Music
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

The Beach Boys' Al Jardine remembers Brian Wilson: 'I'm still learning from him after all these years'

Brian Wilson's death represents a significant loss to music and culture, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and creativity.
Wilson's compositions shaped American rock and defined a cultural era.
Music
fromDefector
1 month ago

Brian Wilson Was A Sad Genius Who Brought Joy To The World | Defector

Brian Wilson, the creative genius behind the Beach Boys, passed away at 82, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music.
#douglas-mccarthy
#hardcore-punk
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

I'm closer to the end than the beginning': British soul legend Omar on EastEnders, Stevie Wonder and his industry battles

Omar is recognized as a pioneering genius of neo-soul, though he hasn't achieved global superstar status.
NYC music
fromRolling Stone
1 month ago

Billy Jones, Baby's All Right Owner and Key Player in New York Music Scene, Dead at 45

Billy Jones, co-owner of Baby's All Right, passed away from glioblastoma, leaving behind a rich legacy in New York's vibrant live music scene.
fromConsequence
1 month ago

WuTang Clan kick off final tour with 40-song set full of classics

The final tour features a 40-song setlist, showcasing hits from the group's extensive discography and solo projects, celebrating their legacy in hip-hop.
Washington Wizards
fromConsequence
1 month ago

Heatmiser announce 30th anniversary expanded reissue of Mic City Sons

Though it was met with acclaim, the project was an extremely challenging endeavor for the quartet and led to their disbandment.
London music
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Lionel Richie review larger-than-life legend delivers a lesson in charm

Lionel Richie's tour showcases his legacy, inviting fans to connect with songs that resonate deeply beyond just hits.
NYC music
fromKqed
1 month ago

E-40's Tiny Desk Concert Is Here | KQED

E-40 celebrates 37 years in hip-hop with a special Tiny Desk concert featuring local Bay Area artists.
#james-lowe
NYC music
fromstupiddope.com
2 months ago

A$AP Rocky Celebrates 10 Years of AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP' | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

A$AP Rocky celebrates the legacy of AT.LONG.LAST.A$AP with an anniversary capsule, reflecting its significant influence in hip-hop.
SF music
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Acadiana Music Showcase: Feufollet

The concert showcases the vibrant Cajun music scene in Acadiana, honoring Christopher Stafford's legacy and influence on modern Cajun music.
#van-halen
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Johnny Mathis, the queer trailblazer and global superstar, takes a final bow

Johnny Mathis concludes a remarkable seven-decade career, breaking barriers for queer artists and leaving an enduring impact on American pop music.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

LSD? Been there, done that': the Grateful Dead's 60 years of drugs, epic noodling and obsessive fans

We didn't want to be the cops, says Bobby Weir, guitarist and founder member of the Grateful Dead, laughing as he describes his band's legendarily lax attitude to people taping their concerts... It was an easy decision to make.
London music
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Wolfgang Van Halen used Eddie's Frankenstein guitar for new song "The End"

Wolfgang Van Halen honors his father by using Eddie's iconic Frankenstrat guitar for his new song, "The End."
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

He lived his whole life in that fire': the tragic story of lost' singer Jackson C Frank

"The place Frank was living in was populated by drug addicts and hookers... It's very hard to weird me out, Abbott said. This did."
NYC music
SF parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Carnie Wilson confesses she used to 'get butterflies' around uncle, Beach Boys' Dennis Wilson: 'Mysterious, sexy man'

Carnie Wilson reflects on her childhood feelings for her uncle Dennis Wilson, sharing affection mixed with admiration during a podcast discussion.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Pavements' Blurs Fact and Fiction to Reimagine a Band's Legacy

Pavement's innovative approach in the documentary reflects a desire to escape traditional rock legacy narratives.
fromVulture
3 months ago

Warren Zevon Wanted This Induction

Warren Zevon is inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2025 class via the Musical Influence Award.
fromKqed
3 months ago

Michael Tilson Thomas Bids an Emotional Farewell at His 80th Birthday Concert | KQED

The tribute event showcased the profound impact Thomas had on music and those around him, celebrating his artistry and personal growth with deep earnestness.
Berlin music
#michael-hurley
NYC music
fromSuggest
3 months ago

Another Beloved Singer-Songwriter Has Died: Michael Hurley Was 83

Michael Hurley, influential folk artist, passed away at 83, leaving behind a legacy of 31 albums and a significant impact on the indie music scene.
NYC music
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Clem Burke, Blondie drummer and self-proclaimed 'Rock & Roll survivalist,' dies at 70

Clem Burke, iconic drummer of Blondie, passed away at 70 after a private battle with cancer, profoundly impacting music and those around him.
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Amadou Bagayoko, One-Half of Amadou & Mariam, Dead at 70

"People are often surprised when we explain how much we were influenced by Western pop music... That's because they were the only records we had in Mali!"
Music
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

My Favorite Boy Band Took Over a Giant Mall. It Wasn't What I or Anybody Had Expected.

JonasCon surpassed expectations, turning potential disaster into a successful celebration of the Jonas Brothers' legacy.
Social justice
fromVulture
4 months ago

Selena's Family 'Grateful' Killer Yolanda Saldivar Denied Parole

Selena Quintanilla's family is thankful that her killer, Yolanda Saldívar, was denied parole.
fromstupidDOPE
4 months ago

Primary Wave Acquires 50% of Notorious B.I.G.'s Estate in $200M Legacy Deal | stupidDOPE

The Notorious B.I.G.'s estate has entered a $200 million deal with Primary Wave Music to preserve and expand his cultural legacy.
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Refused lean heavy on The Shape of Punk to Come at farewell tour kickoff

In a remarkable comeback, Refused kicked off their farewell tour, showcasing their legendary music and reaffirming the band's influence in hardcore punk.
NYC music
frombrooklyneagle.com
4 months ago

Longtime Carroll Gardens singer, opera reviewer Nino Pantano dies at 89

Born on Christmas Eve in 1935, Anthony Nino Pantano was raised in a musical Sicilian American family, singing arias from age 13 and winning amateur competitions.
Brooklyn
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Bryan Ferry and Amelia Barratt: Loose Talk review | Alexis Petridis' album of the week

Ferry's new album, Loose Talk, revives never-before-heard demos, combining past recordings with fresh arrangements, allowing listeners to experience his musical evolution over time.
Music
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Bob Marley Expert Roger Steffens on Why the Reggae Legend Is More Relevant Than Ever: Podcast

Bob Marley, once a cult artist, has seen his popularity grow exponentially posthumously, solidifying his status as a music icon globally.
Podcast
#jesse-colin-young
fromKqed
4 months ago
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Jesse Colin Young, Singer of The Youngbloods' 'Get Together,' Dies at 83 | KQED

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4 months ago
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Jesse Colin Young, Singer of The Youngbloods' 'Get Together,' Dies at 83 | KQED

Coffee
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

Cocoa Tea, Beloved and Prolific Reggae Artist, Dies at 65

Influential reggae artist Cocoa Tea has passed away due to cardiac arrest at 65 years old, as confirmed by his wife.
#dwayne-wiggins
Music
fromVulture
4 months ago

D'Wayne Wiggins, Founding Tony! Toni! Tone! Guitarist, Dead at 64

D'Wayne Wiggins, iconic guitarist and singer, passed away after battling bladder cancer, leaving behind a legacy in R&B music.
NYC music
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

D'Wayne Wiggins, founding member of 'Tony! Toni! Tone!,' has died, family says

D'Wayne Wiggins, co-founder of Tony! Toni! Toné!, died at 64 from bladder cancer, leaving behind a legacy in music and mentorship.
Music
fromVulture
4 months ago

D'Wayne Wiggins, Founding Tony! Toni! Tone! Guitarist, Dead at 64

D'Wayne Wiggins, iconic guitarist and singer, passed away after battling bladder cancer, leaving behind a legacy in R&B music.
NYC music
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

D'Wayne Wiggins, founding member of 'Tony! Toni! Tone!,' has died, family says

D'Wayne Wiggins, co-founder of Tony! Toni! Toné!, died at 64 from bladder cancer, leaving behind a legacy in music and mentorship.
#roy-ayers
NYC music
fromABC7 New York
4 months ago

Roy Ayers, musician known for hit song 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine,' dies at 84 in New York

Roy Ayers, famed jazz vibraphonist, has passed away at 84 after a long illness, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.
NYC music
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Roy Ayers, "Everybody Loves the Sunshine" musician and Godfather of Neo Soul, dead at 84

Roy Ayers, the influential jazz-funk musician, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and iconic music.
NYC music
fromABC7 New York
4 months ago

Roy Ayers, musician known for hit song 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine,' dies at 84 in New York

Roy Ayers, famed jazz vibraphonist, has passed away at 84 after a long illness, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.
NYC music
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Roy Ayers, "Everybody Loves the Sunshine" musician and Godfather of Neo Soul, dead at 84

Roy Ayers, the influential jazz-funk musician, passed away at 84, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and iconic music.
NYC music
fromFuncheap
4 months ago

Tito Puente Jr. and His Latin Jazz Ensemble Play Mambo, Salsa

Tito Puente Jr. continues his father's musical legacy, bringing joy and excitement to audiences through his performances.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

How MJ the Musical sanitised Michael Jackson's story: Can we really sit in a theatre and pretend?'

MJ the Musical raises questions about separating Michael Jackson's musical legacy from his controversial personal life.
Boston Celtics
fromConsequence
4 months ago

Billy Corgan: The Smashing Pumpkins are "one of the most misunderstood bands in history"

Billy Corgan claims The Smashing Pumpkins are one of rock's most misunderstood bands, suggesting that time will ultimately validate their musical contributions.
NYC music
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Maniac 2000 at 25: 'It wasn't pretending to be anything other than, "Hey, put your hands in the air, and have a rave"'

Mark McCabe reflects on his iconic status in music and his connection to the next generation.
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