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Originally Published 25 days ago — by MassLive.com
Joe Ely, a Grammy-winning country artist and influential Texas musician known for blending blues, rockabilly, and honky tonk swing, has died at age 78 in Taos, New Mexico, due to complications from Lewy Body Dementia, Parkinson’s, and pneumonia. Ely was celebrated for his contributions to the Austin music scene and his collaborations with notable artists, leaving a lasting legacy in American music.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Syracuse.com
Jeannie Seely, a renowned country singer known for her hit 'Don't Touch Me' and her trailblazing role for women in country music, has died at age 85 due to complications from an intestinal infection. She was celebrated for her unique vocal style, numerous hits, and contributions to country music, including her induction into the Music City Walk of Fame and her long-standing presence at the Grand Ole Opry.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MassLive.com
Grammy-award-winning Christian singer Mandisa, known for her appearance on "American Idol," died in April at age 47 due to complications from class III obesity, according to an autopsy report. Her death was ruled natural, and there was no indication of suspicious activity. Mandisa's career included collaborations with notable artists and a Grammy win for her album "Overcomer."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Jim Beard, the longtime keyboardist for Steely Dan, passed away at age 63 due to complications from a sudden illness. Known for his prolific career in jazz music, Beard also collaborated with contemporary artists and won a Grammy Award in 2007. His musical legacy includes touring with Steely Dan and working with renowned jazz artists, as well as teaching at esteemed music institutions. He is survived by his son, daughter, mother, brother, and sister.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Kylie Minogue teases a new collaboration with Sia, sharing footage of herself lip-synching to their upcoming single "Dance Alone" on Instagram, marking her first collaboration since the success of "Padam Padam." The Australian pop star recently won her first Grammy Award in 18 years and expressed gratitude to her LGBTQ+ fans, hinting at potential future projects.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Life
Grammy Award-winning singer Kim Petras poses for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue in Los Angeles, becoming the first transgender woman to be featured on the cover. Petras expresses gratitude to the team and reveals that the experience brought her to tears. The gallery showcases eight stunning photos captured by photographer Yu Tsai.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
George Winston, the pianist known for his soothing piano instrumentals in a style often described as new age, died at the age of 74. His top-selling records for the Windham Hill label helped define a genre that took off in the 1970s. He won a Grammy Award for best new age album in 1994 and was nominated four other times. Winston's music was inspired by nature and he was also interested in Hawaiian slack-key guitar and the Doors. Critics sometimes found his piano work to be unsophisticated or repetitive, but he sold millions of albums and drew enthusiastic audiences wherever he played.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
George Winston, the pianist known for his warm, melodic and pastoral solo piano music, has died at the age of 73 after a long battle with cancer. Winston's successful recordings made him one of the first stars of new age music, selling over 15 million albums worldwide. He won a Grammy Award for best new age album in 1994. Winston also played harmonica and guitar, and founded Dancing Cat Records, which became a key forum for Hawaiian slack-key guitarists. He is survived by his sister, Nancy Winston Kahumoku, and a niece and nephew.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
Brazilian singer Astrud Gilberto, known for her impromptu cameo on "The Girl From Ipanema," has died at the age of 83. Her breathy tones and gentle phrasing defined the whisper-smooth mellowness of the bossa nova sound in the 1960s. Gilberto released more than 15 albums and compilations over four decades, but her initial payment for "The Girl From Ipanema" was just $120. She received no credit on the initial release of the "Getz/Gilberto" album, leaving her out of the loop for royalties on the LP.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Grammy-winning rapper Coolio died from a fentanyl overdose at age 59, according to his manager. Coolio was best known for his hit single "Gangsta's Paradise" from the album of the same name, which won a Grammy Award for best rap solo performance in 1996. Coolio's family plans to honor him in future documentary and film projects. Born in Pennsylvania in 1963, Coolio began performing as part of the West Coast hip-hop scene after moving to Compton, California.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Coolio's manager confirmed that the rapper's cause of death was due to the effects of fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamines. The Grammy Award-winning artist, best known for his hit single "Gangsta's Paradise," died last September in Los Angeles at the age of 59. The coroner's office deemed his death accidental, and he was suffering from heart disease and asthma at the time of his death.