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Assata Shakur Passes Away, X Users Mourn & Salute Her Legacy
Policital activist Assata Shakur has died at the age of 78, as reported by Cuba's Exterior Minister. Many have begun to offer their condolences and honor her legacy of activism on social media after the news was confirmed.
Latin Music Pioneer Eddie Palmieri Dies At 88
The legendary pianist and composer Eddie Palmieri passed away on Wednesday at the age of 88, leaving behind six decades of impact through Latin jazz.
Original Iron Maiden Singer Paul Mario Day Dead at 69
The vocalist was part of the legendary metal act's original lineup formed in December 1975. Original Iron Maiden Singer Paul Mario Day Dead at 69 Spencer Kaufman
James Lowe, Lead Singer of The Electric Prunes, Dead at 82
The pioneering psychedelic-rock frontman died "peacefully of natural causes." James Lowe, Lead Singer of The Electric Prunes, Dead at 82 Spencer Kaufman
Rick Derringer, Legendary Musician and Producer, Dead at 77
A prolific singer-guitarist known for such hits as "Hang on Sloopy" and “Rock and Roll Hootchie Koo.” Rick Derringer, Legendary Musician and Producer, Dead at 77 Spencer Kaufman
Iconic Hip-Hop Journalist Sacha Jenkins Passes Away
Sacha Jenkins, a writer, director, producer and co-founder of the beloved Hip-Hop magazine ego trip, has passed away. For Generation X and Millennial-aged Hip-Hop fans—and particularly Hip-Hop journalists—Jenkins was a titan. Born in Philadelphia, but raised in Queens, he was a co-founder of ego trip magazine along with fellow rap journalist Elliott Wilson in 1994. […]
Mike Peters, Lead Singer of The Alarm, Dead at 66
The rock frontman passed away after a decades-long battle with blood cancer. Mike Peters, Lead Singer of The Alarm, Dead at 66 Spencer Kaufman
Notorious B.I.G.’s 9 Greatest Album Cuts For March 9
It has been 28 years since the Notorious B.I.G.’s life was tragically cut short at just 24 years old. Since then, and to many even before, the Brooklyn MC has been deemed the greatest rapper of all time, and the continued adulation of his music is a testament to that claim. While Biggie Smalls masterfully […]
Aaron Rossi, Former Ministry and Prong Drummer, Dead at 44
The drummer passed away after suffering a sudden and severe heart attack. Aaron Rossi, Former Ministry and Prong Drummer, Dead at 44 Spencer Kaufman
Roy Ayers, “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” Musician and Godfather of Neo Soul, Dead at 84
The legendary jazz-funk artist died after battling a long illness. Roy Ayers, “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” Musician and Godfather of Neo Soul, Dead at 84 Spencer Kaufman
Dolly Parton pays tribute to Carl Dean, her husband of nearly 60 years
"Words can't do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years," Parton said in a statement. Carl Dean, Dolly Parton’s Husband of Nearly 60 Years, Dead at 82 Spencer Kaufman
