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Kris Kristofferson, musical rebel and movie star, has died at age 88

Kris Kristofferson, renowned songwriter and actor, peacefully passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of influential music and film.

Mark James, 'Always on My Mind' and 'Suspicious Minds' songwriter, dies at 83

Mark James, the iconic songwriter behind hits like Elvis Presley's 'Suspicious Minds,' left a timeless legacy with his heartfelt lyrics and melodies.

Peter Sinfield, King Crimson Co-Founder and Lyricist, Dead at 80

Peter Sinfield, lyricist for King Crimson's first albums, passed away at age 80, remembered for his significant contributions to progressive rock.

Lee Hoyang, Prolific K-Pop Producer and Songwriter, Dies at 40

Shinsadong Tiger, a prominent producer and songwriter of K-pop hits, passed away at the age of 40 in Seoul.
He was known for shaping the catchy, upbeat, and repetitive musical style that defined K-pop in the early 2010s.

Kris Kristofferson, musical rebel and movie star, has died at age 88

Kris Kristofferson, renowned songwriter and actor, peacefully passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of influential music and film.

Mark James, 'Always on My Mind' and 'Suspicious Minds' songwriter, dies at 83

Mark James, the iconic songwriter behind hits like Elvis Presley's 'Suspicious Minds,' left a timeless legacy with his heartfelt lyrics and melodies.

Peter Sinfield, King Crimson Co-Founder and Lyricist, Dead at 80

Peter Sinfield, lyricist for King Crimson's first albums, passed away at age 80, remembered for his significant contributions to progressive rock.

Lee Hoyang, Prolific K-Pop Producer and Songwriter, Dies at 40

Shinsadong Tiger, a prominent producer and songwriter of K-pop hits, passed away at the age of 40 in Seoul.
He was known for shaping the catchy, upbeat, and repetitive musical style that defined K-pop in the early 2010s.
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Mark James, Suspicious Minds' Songwriter, Is Dead at 83

Mark James, a Grammy Award-winning songwriter known for hits like Suspicious Minds and Always on My Mind, passed away at 83.

Jerry Fuller, Writer of Young Girl' and Other Hit Songs, Dies at 85

Jerry Fuller was a key figure in shaping the music of the sexual revolution, blending themes of love and desire in his songwriting.

Allee Willis Documentary Sheds Light on Songwriter for Earth, Wind & Fire and Friends'

Allee Willis was a remarkably influential songwriter whose extensive contributions to music have gone largely unrecognized by mainstream audiences.

Mark James, Suspicious Minds' Songwriter, Is Dead at 83

Mark James, a Grammy Award-winning songwriter known for hits like Suspicious Minds and Always on My Mind, passed away at 83.

Jerry Fuller, Writer of Young Girl' and Other Hit Songs, Dies at 85

Jerry Fuller was a key figure in shaping the music of the sexual revolution, blending themes of love and desire in his songwriting.

Allee Willis Documentary Sheds Light on Songwriter for Earth, Wind & Fire and Friends'

Allee Willis was a remarkably influential songwriter whose extensive contributions to music have gone largely unrecognized by mainstream audiences.
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Greg Kihn, Who Scored Hits With Jeopardy' and The Breakup Song,' Dies at 75

Greg Kihn, celebrated for his 1980s hits, died at 75 due to Alzheimer's, leaving behind a legacy as a musician and radio personality.

Clive Casey's Songwriting Excellence from Australia - KALTBLUT Magazine

Clive Casey's debut album channels his Australian and Mexican experiences through thoughtful storytelling and rich melodies.

Jackie DeShannon on her incredible career: It was really difficult being a woman'

Jackie DeShannon has had a long and varied musical career, with connections to many important musicians.
Her early recordings as a child singer are being released for the first time.
At a young age, DeShannon showed remarkable talent for singing country songs with emotion and nuance.

Greg Kihn, Who Scored Hits With Jeopardy' and The Breakup Song,' Dies at 75

Greg Kihn, celebrated for his 1980s hits, died at 75 due to Alzheimer's, leaving behind a legacy as a musician and radio personality.

Clive Casey's Songwriting Excellence from Australia - KALTBLUT Magazine

Clive Casey's debut album channels his Australian and Mexican experiences through thoughtful storytelling and rich melodies.

Jackie DeShannon on her incredible career: It was really difficult being a woman'

Jackie DeShannon has had a long and varied musical career, with connections to many important musicians.
Her early recordings as a child singer are being released for the first time.
At a young age, DeShannon showed remarkable talent for singing country songs with emotion and nuance.
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Kris Kristofferson, Country Singer, Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson's impactful songwriting blended raw emotion with country music, influencing countless artists and leaving a profound legacy in both music and film.

Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson, an iconic singer-songwriter and actor, died peacefully at 88, leaving behind a legacy in country music and film.

Kris Kristofferson, Country Singer, Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson, influential country music songwriter and actor, died at age 88, leaving behind a legacy of candid and profound musical compositions.

Kris Kristofferson dies at 88: Dolly Parton and Barbra Streisand among tributes to veteran singer-songwriter and actor

Kris Kristofferson profoundly influenced country music as a songwriter and performer, crafting timeless songs and appealing cinematic performances.

Kris Kristofferson, Country Singer, Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson's impactful songwriting blended raw emotion with country music, influencing countless artists and leaving a profound legacy in both music and film.

Kris Kristofferson, singer-songwriter and actor, dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson, an iconic singer-songwriter and actor, died peacefully at 88, leaving behind a legacy in country music and film.

Kris Kristofferson, Country Singer, Songwriter and Actor, Dies at 88

Kris Kristofferson, influential country music songwriter and actor, died at age 88, leaving behind a legacy of candid and profound musical compositions.

Kris Kristofferson dies at 88: Dolly Parton and Barbra Streisand among tributes to veteran singer-songwriter and actor

Kris Kristofferson profoundly influenced country music as a songwriter and performer, crafting timeless songs and appealing cinematic performances.
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The Magnetic Fields Wrote 69 Love Songs.' Here's 11 of the Best.

69 Love Songs by The Magnetic Fields is a landmark album with amorous-themed tunes showcasing the songwriter's range.
The Magnetic Fields band is commemorating the 25th anniversary of 69 Love Songs with a tour playing the album in its entirety.
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Who is RAYE? The singer-songwriter who has made BRIT Awards history

RAYE started her music career at 19 with Jax Jones' 'You Don't Know Me' in 2017, reaching UK singles chart's third spot.
RAYE won the songwriter of the year award and seven BRIT Awards nominations in 2024, including album of the year for 'My 21st Century Blues'.

Raye makes Brit Awards history with six gongs

Raye sweeps British music awards
Raye's success at awards ceremony

Who is RAYE? The singer-songwriter who has made BRIT Awards history

RAYE started her music career at 19 with Jax Jones' 'You Don't Know Me' in 2017, reaching UK singles chart's third spot.
RAYE won the songwriter of the year award and seven BRIT Awards nominations in 2024, including album of the year for 'My 21st Century Blues'.

Raye makes Brit Awards history with six gongs

Raye sweeps British music awards
Raye's success at awards ceremony
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Angela Chambers new single The Illusion out now - Indie Republik

Angela Chambers is a US singer, songwriter, and experimental musician who relocated to Berlin.
After collaborating with various musicians in Berlin, Chambers formed the band Waking Dreams.
Chambers has now gone solo and released her first single, 'The Illusion.'
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New, posthumous Johnny Cash album Songwriter released

Johnny Cash's posthumous album 'Songwriter' features demos from 1993 completed by musicians like Marty Stuart and Dan Auerbach.

New Johnny Cash song "Spotlight" revealed featuring The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach

A newly unearthed Johnny Cash song, “Spotlight,” features Dan Auerbach, warm bluesy vibe, crystal-clear vocals, and captivating guitar solo, set for posthumous album, Songwriter.

New, posthumous Johnny Cash album Songwriter released

Johnny Cash's posthumous album 'Songwriter' features demos from 1993 completed by musicians like Marty Stuart and Dan Auerbach.

New Johnny Cash song "Spotlight" revealed featuring The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach

A newly unearthed Johnny Cash song, “Spotlight,” features Dan Auerbach, warm bluesy vibe, crystal-clear vocals, and captivating guitar solo, set for posthumous album, Songwriter.
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