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Charlie Watts, the Rolling Stones Drummer and Inimitable Backbone, Dead at 80

Charlie Watts, the Rolling Stones Drummer and Inimitable Backbone, Dead at 80

Rock & roll legend “passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family,” according to publicist

August 24, 2021

Vanraj Bhatia was in a Class of His Own

The composer, who passed away early this morning at 93, was a favorite of Shyam Benegal, creating memorable music for…

May 7, 2021

Remembering Guitar Maestro Derek Julien

The late musician had a long journey, beginning in 1967 and encompassing genres from rock, jazz and blues to fusion…

April 25, 2021

Reggae Icon Bunny Wailer — Founding Member of the Wailers — Has Died at 73

Wailer’s manager, Maxine Stowe, confirmed his death

March 2, 2021

Alexi Laiho, Frontman for Finnish Metal Giants Children of Bodom, Dead at 41

Guitarist and singer had “suffered from long-term health issues” in recent years

January 5, 2021

Gerry Marsden, Gerry and the Pacemakers Singer, Dead at 78

Merseybeat singer of hits like “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” “Ferry Cross the Mersey” and “Don’t Let the Sun Catch You…

January 4, 2021

‘Friday’ Star Tommy ‘Tiny’ Lister Dead at 62

Former wrestler appeared in 'Jackie Brown,' 'Fifth Element,' 'The Dark Knight,' and more than 200 other films

December 11, 2020

The Guitar Wizardry of Eddie Van Halen

The musician lived for his music and six-string

October 7, 2020

Eddie Van Halen, Hall of Famer Who Revolutionized the Guitar, Dead at 65

“My father … lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning,” Wolfgang Van Halen wrote. “My heart is…

October 7, 2020

Johnny Nash, ‘I Can See Clearly Now’ Singer, Dead at 80

1972 reggae-tinged hit propelled singer to fame

October 7, 2020