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In Memory of Brendan Croker (1953-2023)

In Memory of Brendan Croker (1953-2023)
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The saddest news ever published on the official website of Brendan Croker was published on the 10th of September 2023. Namely the news that day was that Brendan ...
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In Memory of Jimmy Buffet (1946-2023)

In Memory of Jimmy Buffet (1946-2023)
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With deep sadness, we’re writing this blog post about Jimmy Buffet who unfortunately lost the battle with the cancer on September 1st, 2023. Namely, his official website declared ...
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The Ex-Member and Guitarist of Dire Straits, Jack Sonni, Passes Away at the Age of 68

The Ex-Member and Guitarist of Dire Straits, Jack Sonni, Passes Away at the Age of 68
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Unfortunately, sad news was published on August 30, 2023, with the statement that Jack Sonni, the ex-member and guitarist of Dire Straits, had passed away. Jack possessed remarkable ...
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Remembering Robbie Robertson: “The Band” Frontman Passes Away at 80, Mark Knopfler Pays Final Tribute

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James Royal “Robbie” Robertson was a prominent Canadian musician, born on July 5, 1943, in Toronto, Canada. A skillful guitarist renowned for his collaboration with Bob Dylan and ...
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Tony Bennett: Legendary Jazz Singer Died at 96

Tony Bennett Legendary Jazz Singer Died at 96
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Tony Bennett, the legendary American pop and jazz singer, passed away at 96 in his beloved New York. Publicist Sylvia Weiner confirmed the news, though the cause of ...
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Legendary Singer Tina Turner Dies at 83

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Tina Turner died at the age of 83, her spokesperson confirmed. Tina Turner’s real name is Anna Mae Bullock. She was and remains known for her incredible voice ...
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RIP: Harry Belafonte Died at 96 – Lenny Kravitz with a New Tribute Song for His Friend (VIDEO)

RIP Harry Belafonte Died at 96 – Lenny Kravitz with a New Tribute Song for His Friend (VIDEO)
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Harry Belafonte, a singer, songwriter, actor, entertainer, and political activist, passed away at the age of 96, according to his spokesperson Ken Sunshine. Harry passed away from congestive ...
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Legendary Guitarist Jeff Beck Passed Away at 78

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Jeff Beck, one of the most influential rock guitarists of all time, has died at the age of 78. The British musician rose to fame as part of ...
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Foo Fighters Drummer Taylor Hawkins Has Died Suddenly

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Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins has died suddenly at the age of 51, the band said. “The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss ...
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Lou Ottens, the Man Who Invented Audio Cassette Tapes Has Died

Lou Ottens with his invention. Photo: Jerry Lampen ANP
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Lou Ottens, the Dutch engineer who developed the technology for cassette tapes and compact discs, has died at the age of 94. He died at the age of ...
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