Category: News
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Chester Bennington RIP Linkin Park Frontman Commits Suicide
Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington has reportedly committed suicide at age 41, according to TMZ. TMZ reports Bennington hung himself at a Palos Verdes Estates residence in L.A. County. Billboard has reached out to reps for the band and authorities for confirmation. Bennington struggled with drug and alcohol addictions at various times during his life. He was married…
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Erik Cartwright former Foghat Guitarist RIP
Very sad news out of the rock n’ roll world this morning, as it was reported that former Foghatguitarist Erik Cartwright passed away at the age of 66. Erik joined Foghat in 1981, replacing Rod Price who was a founding member of the band. Cartwright’s passing was confirmed by his sister, Katchie, via a post on Facebook. The cause of death is…
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John Blackwell dies at 43
John Blackwell Jr., a drummer best known for his work with Prince, has died at the age of 43. His wife announced his death Tuesday on Instagram. Blackwell was diagnosed with brain tumors in 2016, according to his wife, who posted on his social media accounts. Blackwell began playing drums at the age of 3,…
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Chris Cornell has died at 52
Soundgarden and Audioslave singer Chris Cornell has died, aged 52. Cornell’s representative Brian Bumbery told the Associated Press that Cornell had passed away last night (May 17). Bumbery said Cornell’s death was “sudden and unexpected”, and no cause has been offered yet. Just hours earlier, Cornell had played a full, 20-song Soundgarden gig at the…
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Craig Gruber dies at 63 (Rainbow bassist) | May 5, 2017
Sad news to report as Craig Gruber, bassist in the Ronnie James Dio groups Elf and Rainbow, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, at the age of 63 after battling prostate cancer. Read More: Rainbow / Elf Bassist Craig Gruber Dies at 63 | http://loudwire.com/rainbow-elf-craig-gruber-dies/?trackback=tsmclip Related Rainbow stories Tony Carey Interview Rainbow Ian Gillan Interview…
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Allan Holdsworth Dead at the age of 70
Guitar legend Allan Holdsworth passed away today (April 16) at the age of 70. His daughter Louise stated via Facebook: “It is with heavy hearts that we notify everyone of the passing of our beloved father. “We would appreciate privacy and time while we grieve the loss of our dad, grandad, friend and musical genius.…
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J. Geils dead at 71: Rock Guitarist
John Warren Geils Jr., better known as J. Geils, the guitarist of the the J. Geils Band, was found dead in his home in Groton, Massachusetts Tuesday. He was 71. Rolling Stone has confirmed Geils’ death. According to Groton Police, “a preliminary investigation indicates that Geils died of natural causes.” “At approximately 4 p.m., Groton…
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Banner Thomas Former Molly Hatchet bass player dies
Banner Thomas Former Molly Hatchet bass player dies Bryan Bassett Interview: FOGHAT guitarist (2009) Danny Joe Brown dies at 53
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Paul O’Neill creator of Trans-Siberian Orchestra dies | April 5, 2017
Paul O’Neill, creator of the multi-platinum rock theater experience TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA, has passed away from chronic illness. He was 61 years old. The news of O’Neill‘s death was broken on the TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA Facebook page. The statement added: “[Paul] was our friend and our leader — a truly creative spirit and an altruistic soul. This…