All articles tagged with #songwriter
Originally Published 21 hours ago — by The New York Times
Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist and enduring songwriter, died at 78. Renowned for his chiming riffs and frontman vocals, he anchored the Dead’s sound across six decades and through post-Garcia lineups, contributing key parts to staples such as "Playing in the Band" and "Sugar Magnolia".
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Los Angeles Times
Jim McBride, a Grammy-nominated country songwriter known for hits like 'Chattahoochee' and collaborations with Alan Jackson, has died at age 78 after a fall. He was celebrated for his contributions to country music and his influence on many artists, with his legacy remembered through awards and the lasting popularity of his songs.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by MassLive
Jim McBride, a renowned country songwriter known for hits like 'Chattahoochee' and collaborations with Alan Jackson, has died at 78. His songs were recorded by major country artists, and he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. Jackson and others praised his influence and kindness.
Originally Published 16 days ago — by Rolling Stone
Memphis soul veteran and songwriter Don Bryant, known for writing 'I Can't Stand the Rain,' has died at 83. He was a key figure at Hi Records and contributed to many hits, especially for his wife Ann Peebles. Bryant's career spanned over five decades, and he returned to recording in his later years, celebrating his love for music.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Sonny Curtis, a prolific singer-songwriter known for his work with Buddy Holly and for writing the theme song for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' died at 88 due to pneumonia complications in Nashville. He was influential in both rock 'n' roll and country music.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Variety
Sonny Curtis, renowned songwriter of 'I Fought the Law' and the 'Mary Tyler Moore' show theme, has died at 88. He was a key figure in rock and roll, working closely with Buddy Holly and performing with the Crickets, and his songs have left a lasting legacy in music history.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by AL.com
Sonny Curtis, a legendary songwriter known for 'I Fought the Law' and the theme song for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' has died at 88. He was a member of The Crickets, inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and contributed significantly to rock and country music with a career spanning over six decades.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Sonny Curtis, a renowned musician and songwriter known for writing the 'Mary Tyler Moore Show' theme and hits like 'I Fought the Law,' has died at 88. He was a member of The Crickets and contributed significantly to rock and country music, leaving a lasting legacy with his songs and influence.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NBC News
Sonny Curtis, a legendary songwriter and musician known for writing 'I Fought the Law' and the theme for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' has died at 88. He was a key figure in early rock and roll, a member of The Crickets, and contributed to numerous hits across decades, earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James, known for co-writing 'Jesus Take the Wheel,' died in a plane crash in North Carolina at age 57, leaving a significant legacy in country music and beyond.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by American Songwriter
Carrie Underwood paid heartfelt tribute to late songwriter Brett James, who co-wrote many of her hits, after his tragic death in a plane crash in North Carolina. She remembered him as a cool, generous person and expressed her sorrow and loss shared by many in the country music community.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Brett James, a renowned country music songwriter known for hits like 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' died in a small plane crash in Franklin, North Carolina, along with two others, while the cause of the crash is under investigation.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Deadline
Brett James, a Grammy-winning songwriter known for hits like 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' died at 57 in a North Carolina plane crash involving three people, with no survivors. He was celebrated for his contributions to country music and co-wrote songs for artists like Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James, known for hits like 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' died in a small-engine plane crash in North Carolina at age 57, prompting mourning from the music industry.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News
Renowned songwriter Brett James, known for hits like 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' was among three people killed in a small plane crash in Franklin, North Carolina, with investigations ongoing to determine the cause.