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obituary2 years ago

"Woodstock Performer Melanie, Singer of 'Brand New Key,' Passes Away at 76"

Melanie Safka, the folk singer who rose to fame with her performance at Woodstock in 1969 and went on to produce a string of hits in the 1970s, has passed away at the age of 76. Known for songs like "Brand New Key" and "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)," she was a gentle hippie goddess to the counterculture, singing about peace and community. Despite her success, she chose to prioritize family over stardom and continued to make music occasionally throughout her life.

via The Washington Post|
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obituary2 years ago

"Woodstock Performer Melanie, Singer of 'Brand New Key,' Passes Away at 76"

Melanie Safka, the singer famous for songs like "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)" and "Brand New Key," has passed away at the age of 76. She found fame at Woodstock in 1969 and went on to have hits like "Peace Will Come" and "The Nickel Song." Melanie also founded Neighborhood Records, the first female-owned independent label in rock history, and remained active in her career until the end of her life, recording covers for an upcoming tribute album. She is survived by her children Leilah, Jeordie, and Beau Jarred.

via CNN|
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obituary2 years ago

"Woodstock Star Melanie, 'Brand New Key' Singer, Dies at 76"

Melanie Safka, the singer-songwriter known for her hit song Brand New Key, has passed away at the age of 76. Born and raised in Queens, New York, she gained fame in the late 1960s and was one of the few solo women to perform at the Woodstock festival. Her music, including the popular single Lay Down (Candles in the Rain) and the album Candles in the Rain, garnered international success. Melanie's biggest hit, Brand New Key, reached No 1 in the US, Canada, and Australia. She continued to release albums and maintained a cult following throughout her career.

via The Guardian|
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obituary2 years ago

"Woodstock Era Star Melanie Safka Dies at 76"

Melanie Safka, the singer known for her performance at Woodstock and hit songs like "Lay Down (Candles In The Rain)" and "Brand New Key," has passed away at the age of 76. Her children announced her death on Facebook, expressing their gratitude for the affection shown towards their mother. Safka's career spanned five decades, and she was known for her passionate and talented contributions to the music industry. Her children have asked fans to celebrate her memory by lighting a candle in her honor.

via HuffPost|
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obituary2 years ago

"Woodstock Performer and 'Brand New Key' Singer Melanie Safka Dies at 76"

Melanie Safka, the singer-songwriter who rose to fame after performing at Woodstock and won an Emmy Award for her songwriting, has passed away at the age of 76. Her children announced her peaceful passing on Facebook and mentioned plans for a celebration of life. Melanie's career included hit songs like "Brand New Key" and "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)," and she co-founded Neighborhood Records, becoming the first American woman to open a mainstream record label.

via USA TODAY|
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obituary2 years ago

"Woodstock Singer Melanie, Known for 'Brand New Key,' Passes Away at 76"

Melanie Safka, the singer known for her performance at Woodstock and hits like "Brand New Key" and "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)," has passed away at the age of 76. Her children confirmed her death and asked fans to remember her by lighting a candle. Melanie was working on an album of cover songs titled "Second Hand Smoke" and her label expressed deep sorrow at her loss, vowing to honor her legacy.

via New York Post |
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