This year has seen the tragic deaths of several prominent figures in the music industry, including Ed Askew, a singer-songwriter known for his enduring impact, and Chaney, drummer for The Suburbs, who passed away during a swim.
It has been a heartbreaking year so far for the music world with nearly 30 singers or industry insiders having died already.“Ed was a brave gay songwriter from the beginning, and I hope more come to know this,” Jay Pluck, Askew’s manager and friend, told PEOPLE. “Ed’s music changed the lives of people from many generations and continues to do so.”
The newspaper said that the Hermosa Beach Police Department said crews responded to a call at around 7 p.m. after Chaney’s body washed up. His death was ruled accidental. The Suburbs drummer Hugo Klaers told the newspaper that Chaney survived a near-death experience during a swim last year. On that occasion, he said, the musician collapsed on the beach.
Loudwire reported that Forrest had a couple of other projects, including forming the band BlkVampires with which he split in 2019.The site called Graveyard Rodeo a “groundbreaking” band and “pioneers of the New Orleans underground scene fusing metal, hardcore and doom which would later spawn the ‘sludge’ sound that New Orleans has become famous for.”
“We played many shows together, had lots of fun and laughs as well over the years,” he added. “Never did this Goliath of a man make me feel any smaller than he was – and he was SCARY looking. He’d be proud to hear me say that. A vicious drummer that hit hard and sang as well, he helped shape this New Orleans scene. If you don’t know much about him or Graveyard Rodeo, start doing your homework now – it’s worth it.
“Today, we lost one of our own,” the post on Facebook read. “We are profoundly saddened by the sudden death of Gary Grier. Gary has been a member of The Countours for over three decades. He was an integral part of our group, and he will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Gary’s family and friends.“a seasoned performer with a commanding stage presence.
“Today, we say goodbye to Garth ‘Honey Boy’ Hudson, the last living original member of The Band,” the group’s X account said in a statement. “A musical genius and cornerstone of the group’s timeless sound, Garth once said, ‘I found some true enjoyment in helping people get to the bottom of their feelings.’
“Following the break-up of the group, Hudson went on to become an in-demand session musician, recording with numerous artists including Hall of Famers Elton John, Van Morrison, and Tom Petty.”Dave Jerden, a record producer, audio engineer and mixer, who worked with some of the most popular rock bands of the 1990s died on Feb. 5.
The site said that Maida hosted a radio show, “Spin Cycle,” in recent years and a memoir in 2017 entitled “Four Strings, Phony Proof and 300 45s.”“Sal had such an incredible life that it just had to be made into a book, and we’re so glad we got to not only make that happen several times but also got to meet him in person, as he was like the cool older brother we’d never had.” the statement on Facebook read.Her daughter, Melissa Solomon Barrett, posted about her death on Facebook, too.
Montgomery was born in Tennessee in 1938, and she got her career going in 1958. She had 22 solo studio albums, and was inducted into Nashvhille’s Walkway of the Stars in 1974.“Very sad news as yesterday the legendary Melba Montgomery passed away at age 86,” she wrote. “Melba recorded with my Dad many songs including ‘We Must Have Been Out Of Our Minds.” She was an incredible singer and songwriter as well as a very sweet and wonderful person. Please join me in praying for her family and friends.
Although the duo had near unparalleled success, they had a tumultuous relationship that led them to a breakup in 1970. Bruce Springsteen was among those memorializing Moore. Cook wrote that she was “having a hard time expressing the depth of my sadness that I won’t have my ‘twin’ in my life for a while.”
“We used to meet every few weeks for over 40 years — a treat for me,” he continued. “What a loss to all of us and his sister and wonderful girlfriend Elena, who were with him at the end.” Sykes was a native of England, and per Billboard, began playing guitar as a teen. He began playing with the band, Tygers of Pan Tang, in 1980, and eventually got started with Whitesnake in 1984.“Just heard the shocking news of John’s passing …” Whitesnake’s David Coverdale wrote. “My sincere condolences to his family, friends & fans.”Unk’s real name was Anthony Leonard Platt, and his wife, Sherkita Long-Platt, posted about his death on Facebook on Friday.
MUSIC INDUSTRY DEATHS SINGER-SONGWRITERS DRUMMERS OBITUARY
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Multiple collisions on I-5 in Lynnwood block multiple southbound lanesTwo separate collisions on I-5 at I-405 in Lynnwood are blocking the three southbound left lanes, according to the Washington Department of Transportation.
Read more »
Australia Mourns Loss of Music Industry Leader Matthew CapperMatthew Capper, former managing director of Warner Chappell Australia, died unexpectedly earlier this month following a surgical procedure. Capper was a respected figure in the Australian music industry, known for his dedication to songwriters and his advocacy for music publishers. His passing has left a void in the industry, with colleagues and friends expressing their shock and sorrow.
Read more »
Country Music Mourns Loss of Four LegendsThe year has started with sadness for country music fans as four legendary performers have passed away. Ed Askew, known for his songwriting and paintings, died at 75. Melba Montgomery, a successful singer with hits like 'No Charge,' died at 86. Buck White, a pioneer of country music and member of the Grammy-winning group The Whites, died at 94. The articles also mention the passing of a fourth country music legend, Morgan, but provide less detail.
Read more »
NASCAR World Mourns Passing of Beloved Broadcaster Bill WeberLongtime NASCAR broadcaster Bill Weber, known for his energetic calls and engaging personality, passed away on December 13th at the age of 67. The news shocked fans and colleagues, who remember him fondly for his contributions to the sport.
Read more »
Sports World Mourns Plane Crash Victims, Including Figure Skating StarsA devastating plane crash above Washington D.C. claimed the lives of 67 people, including several prominent figure skaters, coaches, and their families. The tragedy sent shockwaves through the sporting community, with athletes and teams from various disciplines expressing their condolences and support.
Read more »
AI Music CEO Claims Most People Don't Enjoy Making Music, Sparking OutrageThe CEO of AI music generator Suno AI, Mikey Shulman, has ignited controversy by stating that 'the majority of people don't enjoy making music.' Critics argue that this view is symptomatic of an industry trying to eliminate the human element from creativity and raises ethical questions about AI-generated music.
Read more »