#Children of Bodom’s Alexi Laiho Dead at 41

#Children of Bodom’s Alexi Laiho Dead at 41

“#Children of Bodom’s Alexi Laiho Dead at 41” Alexi Laiho, the frontman of Finnish power metal greats Children of Bodom, died last week at home in Finland, a press statement from his publicist confirms. Laiho, a guitar virtuoso who also played in Bodom After Midnight, Sinergy, and several other metal groups, had suffered from long-term…

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#Gerry Marsden of Gerry & the Pacemakers Dead at 78

#Gerry Marsden of Gerry & the Pacemakers Dead at 78

“#Gerry Marsden of Gerry & the Pacemakers Dead at 78” Gerry Marsden, leader of the Merseybeat quartet Gerry & the Pacemakers, has died. Marsden’s friend Pete Price—a broadcaster based in Liverpool—broke the news on social media earlier today (January 3), stating that Marsden died following a short illness stemming from a heart infection. Marsden’s death…

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#Eugene Wright, Jazz Bassist, Dead at 97

#Eugene Wright, Jazz Bassist, Dead at 97

“#Eugene Wright, Jazz Bassist, Dead at 97” Eugene Wright, the jazz bassist known for his time with the Dave Brubeck Quartet, has died, Brubeck Family Legacy Records announced. A cause of death was not revealed. Eugene Wright was 97 years old. Eugene Wright was born in Chicago in 1923. Growing up, he played the cornet…

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#MF DOOM Dead at 49

#MF DOOM Dead at 49

“#MF DOOM Dead at 49” MF DOOM has died, his wife Jasmine Dumile revealed today (December 31). The elusive rapper died on October 31, according to Dumile. When reached by Pitchfork, a representative for Rhymesayers confirmed the legitimacy of the statement. A cause of death has not been revealed. MF DOOM was 49 years old….

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#Guitarist Tony Rice Dead at 69

#Guitarist Tony Rice Dead at 69

“#Guitarist Tony Rice Dead at 69” Bluegrass guitarist Tony Rice, who was recognized as one of the all-time greats of the genre, has died. He was 69 and passed suddenly on December 25, his former label Rounder Records noted. As a solo performer, collaborator, and leader of the Tony Rice Unit, Rice was known for…

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#Mountain’s Leslie West Dead at 75

#Mountain’s Leslie West Dead at 75

“#Mountain’s Leslie West Dead at 75” Leslie West, lead vocalist and guitarist of the hard rock band Mountain, has died, as Rolling Stone reports and a representative has confirmed to Pitchfork. A pioneer in “heavy” guitar-playing, the influence of West’s work can be felt in various genres, from heavy metal to hip-hop. He was 75…

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#Whodini’s John “Ecstasy” Fletcher Dead at 56

#Whodini’s John “Ecstasy” Fletcher Dead at 56

“#Whodini’s John “Ecstasy” Fletcher Dead at 56” Whodini founding member John “Ecstasy” Fletcher has died at 56, the group’s Grand Master Dee told Variety. Questlove had announced the news earlier in the day. A cause of death has not been revealed. Alongside bandmates Jalil Hutchins and DJ/turntablist Grandmaster Dee, Ecstasy was part of the initial…

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#Roxette Drummer Pelle Alsing Dead at 60

#Roxette Drummer Pelle Alsing Dead at 60

“#Roxette Drummer Pelle Alsing Dead at 60” Pelle Alsing, the drummer for Swedish rock and pop band Roxette, has died, the group’s Per Gessle announced. “It is with indescribable sadness I have to inform you that our beloved Pelle Alsing has passed away. It’s almost impossible to grasp,” Gessle wrote. “Pelle was not only an…

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