Maxine Singer, a trailblazing biochemist and a pivotal figure in the dawn of biotechnology, passed away on July 9, 2024, at the age of 93. Singer, renowned for her groundbreaking work in genetic research and her role in shaping the guidelines for recombinant DNA technology in the 1970s, leaves behind a legacy that has profoundly… Continue reading Pioneering Biochemist Maxine Singer Passes Away at 93
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Grammy-Nominated Singer-Songwriter Dave Loggins Passes Away at 76
Dave Loggins, the celebrated singer-songwriter best known for his 1974 hit “Please Come to Boston,” passed away on July 10, 2024, at the age of 76. Loggins died at Alive Hospice in Nashville, Tennessee, leaving behind a legacy of poignant lyrics and memorable melodies. Born David Allen Loggins, he achieved fame with “Please Come to… Continue reading Grammy-Nominated Singer-Songwriter Dave Loggins Passes Away at 76
Stealers Wheel Co-Founder Joe Egan Dies at 77, Music World Mourns
Joe Egan, co-founder and co-frontman of the iconic Scottish folk rock band Stealers Wheel, has died at the age of 77. Egan’s death was confirmed on July 7 through a Facebook post shared by Martha Rafferty, daughter of his late bandmate Gerry Rafferty. Egan, born in Paisley, Scotland, is best remembered for his contributions to… Continue reading Stealers Wheel Co-Founder Joe Egan Dies at 77, Music World Mourns
Iconic Grunge Musician and Author Laurie Lindeen Dies at 62
Laurie Lindeen, celebrated singer, songwriter, and guitarist for the influential grunge band Zuzu’s Petals, passed away on July 1, 2024, at the age of 62. Lindeen died due to a brain aneurysm, leaving behind a legacy that has significantly shaped the indie rock scene. Born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin, Laurie Lindeen moved to Minneapolis,… Continue reading Iconic Grunge Musician and Author Laurie Lindeen Dies at 62
Oak Ridge Boys’ Legacy Shaken: Rusty Golden Passes Away at 65
The country music world is mourning the loss of Rusty Golden, the son of The Oak Ridge Boys’ legendary member William Lee Golden. Rusty Golden, a talented musician and songwriter, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024, at his home in Hendersonville, Tennessee. He was 65 years old. According to a press release shared with… Continue reading Oak Ridge Boys’ Legacy Shaken: Rusty Golden Passes Away at 65
Texas Legend Kinky Friedman Passes Away at 79
Kinky Friedman, the iconic Texas singer-songwriter, satirist, and folk hero, has died at the age of 79. Friedman passed away at his family’s ranch near San Antonio on June 27, 2024. Known for his sharp wit and outlandish humor, Friedman made a name for himself in the 1970s with his band, the Texas Jewboys. Their… Continue reading Texas Legend Kinky Friedman Passes Away at 79
Tragic End for ‘Butterfly’ Singer: Crazy Town’s Shifty Shellshock Dies at 49
In a sad turn of events, Seth Binzer, better known as Shifty Shellshock, the frontman of the rap-rock band Crazy Town, has passed away at the age of 49. Binzer, famous for his band’s 2000 hit “Butterfly,” was found dead at his Los Angeles home on Monday. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed his… Continue reading Tragic End for ‘Butterfly’ Singer: Crazy Town’s Shifty Shellshock Dies at 49
Tejano Music Legend Johnny Canales Passes Away at 77
Johnny Canales, the iconic Tejano singer and beloved television host, passed away on Thursday in Texas at the age of 77. Known for his influential show, “The Johnny Canales Show,” Canales played a pivotal role in introducing Tejano music to a global audience. His show famously helped launch the careers of numerous artists, including the… Continue reading Tejano Music Legend Johnny Canales Passes Away at 77
R&B Legend Angela Bofill, Iconic Voice Behind “I Try,” Dies at 70
Angela Bofill, the celebrated R&B singer known for hits like “I Try” and “This Time I’ll Be Sweeter,” has passed away at the age of 70. Bofill died on June 13, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Vallejo, California. Bofill’s illustrious career began in the late 1970s, with her first chart hit being a cover… Continue reading R&B Legend Angela Bofill, Iconic Voice Behind “I Try,” Dies at 70