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May 16, 2024 · Similarly, although Elvis Presley died an untimely early death, if you were equally a fan of Kurt Cobain and Elvis Presley, you would only rank them equally if you thought Elvis's post-77 output would equal Cobain's post-'94 output (although you might still keep Elvis somewhere on your list - he was still playing live and could certainly have ...
Aug 14, 2017 · Year: 1977; Age: 29. When Lynyrd Skynyrd boarded a chartered Convair on October 20, guitarist Allen Collins was freaked after seeing a flame erupt out of the right engine. But the band needed to ...
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- David Browne,Jon Dolan,Brittany Spanos,Suzy Exposito,Stephen L. Betts,Mosi Reeves,Kory Grow,Andy Greene,Will Hermes,Justin Ravitz
- Jim Morrison
- Kurt Cobain
- Amy Winehouse
- Brian Jones
- Jimi Hendrix
- Janis Joplin
- Robert Johnson
- Kristen Pfaff
- Richey Edwards
- Mia Zapata
Up first we have Jim Morrison who was the lead singer for the American rock band the Doors. Morrison became popular due to his unique and distinct voice and performances. Although his talent as a lyricist allowed him to stand out among his contemporaries and predecessors, he struggled with addiction for some time before his death. Sadly on July 3, ...
Kurt Cobain was the lead singer and guitarist of the 90’s grunge band Nirvana. With his anti-establishment views and angsty lyrics, Cobain was considered a spokesperson of Generation X and had one of the most recognizable voices of 90s rock. Sadly, Cobain suffered severe depression and addiction for years leading up to his death. On April 8, 1994, ...
British singer Amy Winehouse was most well-known for her rich voice and ability to blend multiple genres, although her social exploits often caused her to land in the tabloids. Her rise to fame came with the release of Back to Black, the 2006 album that contained the single, “Rehab.” But, sadly rehab didn’t work out and on July 23, 2011, Winehouse ...
Lewis Brian Hopkins Jones, known by his stage name of Brian Jones, is best known as one of the founding members of the British rock band the Rolling Stones. A gifted musician, Jones battled drug and alcohol addiction for several years before he died. His addictions ultimately led to his dismissal from the band just one month before his death, as he...
One of the greatest electric guitarists of all time, Johnny Allen “Jimi” Hendrix had a brief but impactful career and was among the headliners for Woodstock in 1969. A frequent user of drugs and alcohol, Hendrix led a quite self-destructive lifestyle. He died on September 18, 1970, after overdosing on barbiturates, which caused him to asphyxiate He...
Janis Joplin was an American rock and soul singer who was well-known for her distinct voice and bright smile. Her popularity increased in 1967 after a performance at the Monterey Pop Festival with Big Brother and the Holding Company. Several of her songs reached number one on the charts, including her well-known cover of Erma Franklin’s“Piece of My...
Robert Johnson was an American blues singerand guitarist who began his career playing on street corners. His career was brief, and most of what’s known about him has to do with his music and his associates. Many industry professionals sought out his talent after his death, not knowing he’d died years before. Johnson’s death remains a mysterybecause...
Kristen Pfaff was the bassist for Hole, the alt-rock band fronted by Courtney Love. Pfaff’s career consisted of a stint with rock band Janitor Joe from 1991-1993, after which she joined Hole, which provided an upward ladder in the music industry. She stayed with Hole until 1994 when she returned to Janitor Joeuntil her death in June. On June 16, 19...
Richard James “Richey” Edwards was the rhythm guitarist for the Welsh alt-rock band Manic Street Preachers. Although he was a rhythm guitarist, band members said he wasn’t very talented musically. Still, his skills as a lyricist were considered invaluable. Edwards’ death has never been confirmed, but despite many presumed sightings, many assume he ...
As lead singer for Seattle-based band The Gits, Mia Katherine Zapata helped her band gain a following with the grunge and punk scenes. Zapata was a social butterfly, making her comfortable in her role as lead singer. Although she was only with the band briefly, they were quite successful. Unfortunately, she died before she could see the success of ...
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- George Michael (June 25, 1963 – December 25, 2016) Michael was a fan favorite as one-half of Wham! in the 1980s, but he achieved his greatest successes as a solo artist.
- Prince (July 7, 1958 – April 21, 2016) With his falsetto, flamboyant look and ability to play a wide range of instruments, Prince was one of the most original and diverse artists of all time, with a number of accolades including an Oscar for Best Original Song Score for “Purple Rain” (1984).
- Whitney Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) Houston is the only performer to have seven consecutive Number One hits on the Billboard 100, and was the recipient of six Grammys, a record 11 Billboard Music Awards and an Emmy.
- Amy Winehouse (September 14, 1983 – July 23, 2011) A throwback to another era, Winehouse’s eclectic mix of soul, jazz and R&B along with her distinctive look made her one of the most successful singers and songwriters of her time.
Dec 23, 2021 · Steve Brown (producer) died January 2, 2021. Steve Brown died following a short illness related to a fall in December. Brown entered the music business in the 1970s as a drum roadie following a chance conversation with Elton John at a petrol station, and went on to become a tape op in a studio alongside his schoolfriend, Steve Lillywhite, who went on to produce U2, The Pogues, Big Country ...
May 7, 2020 · Explore seven singers and musicians whose legacies have been immortalized by their untimely deaths at 27: Kurt Cobain (1967 - 1994) Photo: Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images
