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Rockers We've Lost in 2026
The Grateful Dead's Bob Weir and 3 Doors Down's Brad Arnold lead our list of rock star deaths so far in 2026.
3 Doors Down Frontman Brad Arnold Dead at 47
Brad Arnold, founder and frontman of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died at the age of 47 following a battle with cancer.
Rockers Pay Tribute to Late 3 Doors Down Singer Brad Arnold
The death of 3 Doors Down singer Brad Arnold is reverberating through the rock world.
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.