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David Thomas, Pere Ubu Singer, Dies at 71

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David Thomas, Pere Ubu Singer, Dies at 71

David Thomas, a cofounder of Pere Ubu and the only member to perform on all their albums, has died. The singer was 71.The band shared the news on social media, noting that Thomas "died after a long illness" on Wednesday. ... He died in his hometown of Brighton & Hove, with his wife and youngest stepdaughter by his side."MC5 were playing on the radio. He will ultimately be returned to […]

todayApril 24, 2025 1

Roy Thomas Baker, Queen and the Cars Producer, Dies at 78

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Roy Thomas Baker, Queen and the Cars Producer, Dies at 78

Roy Thomas Baker, the London-born producer whose career began in the early '70s, has died. According to a press release by his publicist, Baker died on April 12 at 78.The press release notes that Baker died at his home in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, and that the news "was just revealed by his family. The cause of death has not been established."Baker is best known as the producer of Queen's classic […]

todayApril 22, 2025 2

James Bond Poster Artist Robert McGinnis Dies at 99

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James Bond Poster Artist Robert McGinnis Dies at 99

Robert E. McGinnis, creator of some of the most memorable posters for James Bond movies, died on March 10 aged 99, it was confirmed.The prolific artist worked on promotional material for Thunderball, You Only Live Twice, Diamonds Are Forever, the original comedy Casino Royale and Live and Let Die. You can see some of his most famous work below.McGinnis was known for defining a stylized female form known as the McGinnis […]

todayApril 19, 2025 2

Little River Band Co-Founder Dies at Age 71

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Little River Band Co-Founder Dies at Age 71

Original Little River Band bassist Roger McLachlan has died after a bout with pancreatic cancer at 71. His death was confirmed by Michael Oliphant, frontman of McLachlan's subsequent band Late for Breakfast. "Roger didn't wish his struggle to be widely known and so chose to keep it just between family and a handful of friends," Oliphant said. "Roger was a wonderful friend, collaborator, musical powerhouse, absolute monster bass player and […]

todayApril 17, 2025

Judas Priest Pays Tribute After Ex Drummer Les Binks Dies at 73

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Judas Priest Pays Tribute After Ex Drummer Les Binks Dies at 73

Judas Priest paid tribute to former drummer Les Binks, whose death was confirmed at 73.The Irishman died on March 15 “peacefully at hospital in London,” a death notice explained. No cause was given, although the family asked for donations to the Chest, Heart & Stroke Association, and said Binks was “lovingly remembered by his brother, sisters and all the family circle.”“We are deeply saddened about the passing of Les and […]

todayApril 15, 2025

Promotion and A&R Exec Dies at 70

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Promotion and A&R Exec Dies at 70

Marc Nathan, the promotion and A&R executive who in his 55-year career helped Barenaked Ladies, 3 Doors Down and more get record deals, has died. He was 70. He passed away earlier this week at Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville, a representative says. A statement said Nathan had “been ill for some time and he finally succumbed to a variety of afflictions.” Nathan got his foot in the door in […]

todayApril 13, 2025 2

Gang of Four Bassist Dies at 69

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Gang of Four Bassist Dies at 69

Dave Allen, who played bass guitar during influential British post-punk band Gang of Four’s early years — and who went on to found the group Shriekback — has died. He was 69. Allen’s former Gang of Four bandmate Hugo Burnham shared the news of his passing on Sunday (April 6). “It is with broken yet full hearts that we share the news that Dave Allen, our old music partner, friend, […]

todayApril 6, 2025 3

Joe DePugh, Inspiration for Springsteen’s ‘Glory Days,’ Dies

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Joe DePugh, Inspiration for Springsteen’s ‘Glory Days,’ Dies

Joe DePugh, the man who inspired Bruce Springsteen's 1985 hit "Glory Days," has died of cancer. He was 75 years old."Just a moment to mark the passing of Freehold native and ballplayer Joe DePugh," Springsteen wrote on his social media on March 30. "He was a good friend when I needed one. 'He could throw that speedball by you, make you look like a fool'….Glory Days my friend."Springsteen and DePugh grew up […]

todayApril 2, 2025 1

Led Zeppelin and ZZ Top Engineer Terry Manning Dies at 77

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Led Zeppelin and ZZ Top Engineer Terry Manning Dies at 77

Terry Manning has died after working as a producer and engineer with Led Zeppelin, ZZ Top and Joe Walsh, among many others. He was 77. His son Lucas Manning confirmed his death on Tuesday at home in El Paso, Texas. The Memphis Flyer, from Manning's long-time career base, reported that he'd suffered a "sudden fatal fall."Manning's most important early rock engineering job was 1970's Led Zeppelin III. Manning was a […]

todayMarch 27, 2025

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