News covering the death of music artists.
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Punk Fashion Pioneer Judy Blame Dead at 58
Judy Blame, a pioneering jeweler, fashion stylist, and art director whose aesthetic helped shape the look of the British punk scene in the '80s, has passed away at the age of 58.
Ndugu Chancler, 'Billie Jean' Drummer, Dies
In addition to playing on Michael Jackson's 'Thriller,' Ndugu Chancler had a lengthy career as a jazz and R&B drummer and a jazz instructor.
The Fall's Mark E. Smith Dies
Mark E. Smith, the longtime frontman for the Fall, has died.
Dolores O'Riordan Dies: R.E.M., the Kinks + More React
The rock world reacted with shock and grief to the death of Cranberries singer Dolores O'Riordan.
Cranberries Singer Dolores O’Riordan Dies
Dolores O’Riordan, who fronted the Irish alternative rock band the Cranberries, has died in a London hotel.
Multi-instrumentalist, Tom Waits Collaborator Ralph Carney Dies
The innovative saxophonist Ralph Carney died today as a result of injuries sustained in an accident.
Smithereens Frontman Pat DiNizio Dead at 62
The Smithereens were forced to cancel some tour dates earlier this year after Pat DiNizio was injured in a fall at his home.
Tommy Keene Dies at 59
New wave and power pop singer-songwriter Tommy Keene has died at the age of 59.
David Cassidy Dies at Age 67
David Cassidy, '70s singing teen idol and star of the hit TV show 'The Partridge Family,' has died at the age of 67 after being hospitalized for multiple organ failures.
Original Faith No More Singer Chuck Mosley Dies at 57
Chuck Mosley sang on Faith No More's first two albums, 1985's 'We Care a Lot' and 1987's 'Introduce Yourself.'