August 17, 2026

Musicians and singers who died (August 2026)

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August 2026
  1. [16 Aug 2026] Hayden Panettiere, 36, American actress for Heroes, Nashville
    Hayden Panettiere, best known for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” has died at 36, TMZ has learned. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ … Hayden passed away earlier on Sunday. We’re told she and her on-again, off-again boyfriend Brian Hickerson flew from Los Angeles to the south on Saturday. Sources tell us Brian’s family is aware. “It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden. She was an incredible light and a force of nature who brought immeasurable love and joy to all who knew her — and to the millions who watched her onscreen,” her rep said in a statement to ABC News. Hayden became a household name as a child actress before landing her breakout role as cheerleader Claire Bennet on NBC’s “Heroes.” She later starred as country singer Juliette Barnes on “Nashville,” earning multiple award nominations for her performance… (source)
  2. [06 Aug 2026] Francesco Guccini, 86, Italian singer-songwriter
  3. [06 Aug 2026] Peter Katsis, 69, American music manager for Backstreet Boys, Jane’s Addiction, heart failure
  4. [06 Aug 2026] Tony Scott, 54, Surinamese-born Dutch rapper and musician, multiple sclerosis
  5. [05 Aug 2026] Peter Lai, 76, Hong Kong lyricist and actor, stroke
  6. [05 Aug 2026] Terry Buffalo Ware, 76, American guitarist and composer, lung cancer
  7. [04 Aug 2026] Bruno Campanella, 83, Italian conductor for Teatro Regio (Turin)
  8. [04 Aug 2026] Pepe Habichuela, 81, Spanish flamenco guitarist
  9. [04 Aug 2026] Tristam Nada, 68, French singer and painter
  10. [03 Aug 2026] John Douglas, 63, Scottish musician for Trashcan Sinatras
    John Douglas, longtime guitarist for Scottish indie rock band Trashcan Sinatras, has passed away. The band shared the news in a social media post today, writing that Douglas passed away peacefully on Monday “after a brief illness.” Douglas was 63. Trashcan Sinatras started in Irvine, Scotland in 1986, and Douglas and fellow guitarist Paul Livingston joined up a year later. The band quickly signed with the indie label Go! Discs and developed a shimmering, harmony-heavy sound. Their first three albums all got strong reviews and made the UK charts, and they never broke up or stopped putting out music. Douglas also collaborated with his wife Eddi Reader and played in her band, and he released a self-titled solo album in 2023. Just last week, Trashcan Sinatras released their new album Ever The Optimist. (source)
  11. [03 Aug 2026] Jean-Paul Dréau, 73, French composer and songwriter
  12. [02 Aug 2026] Kosan Waka, 47, Nigerian praise singer
  13. [02 Aug 2026] David Z, 78, American record producer and musician for Lipps Inc.
July 2026
  1. [31 July 2026] Jerney Kaagman, 79, Dutch singer (Earth and Fire), Parkinson’s disease
  2. [31 July 2026] Pepe Villalobos, 96, Peruvian musician and composer
  3. [31 July 2026] Glenn A. Baker, 74, Australian rock music journalist for Billboard, stroke
  4. [31 July 2026] Jeff Conolly, 69, American rock musician for Lyres
  5. [30 July 2026] K. Jamuna Rani, 88, Indian playback singer for Valayapathi, Gulebakavali, Seda Sulang
  6. [30 July 2026] Gunnar Þórðarson, 81, Icelandic musician and songwriter
  7. [29 July 2026] Arlene Smith, 84, American singer for The Chantels
  8. [29 July 2026] Javier Martín del Campo, 75, Mexican musician for La Revolución de Emiliano Zapata
    The Mexican musician Javier Martín del Campo “Javis”, founder, guitarist, voice and composer of the group “La Revolución de Emiliano Zapata”, died, as reported by the Society of Authors and Composers of Mexico (SACM). Through a message, the organization mourned the death of the artist and highlighted the mark he left on Mexican rock with his compositions. “His creative spirit left an indelible mark on Mexican rock. As a composer, he gave life to songs like ‘My best gift’, ‘Everything yours’ and ‘My way of feeling’, works that are part of the musical memory of several generations,” said the SACM. (source)
  9. [29 July 2026] Glen Hansard, 56, Irish musician for The Frames and actor on Once, traffic collision
    We’ve very sadly lost prolific and influential Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard, who died in a motorcycle crash in a single-vehicle accident, just west of Dublin, at the age of 56, as confirmed by his representation, ATC Management. The statement reads in part, “Glen’s family is deeply shocked and heartbroken by this tragic loss and respectfully requests privacy at this extremely difficult time. The family is grateful for the support they have received and wishes to thank the emergency services who attended the scene. As this matter remains the subject of an active Garda investigation, no further comment will be made at this time.” Hansard fronted rock band The Frames as well as was part of the duo, The Swell Season, who along with Markéta Irglová, won the Academy Award for Best Original Song (“Falling Slowly”) at the 80th annual ceremony in Feb 2008. We had met the pair in Minneapolis, a couple months after the Oscar win, following a show in town, and found them both extremely charming, friendly, and still gobsmacked from their win. (source)
  10. [28 July 2026] Geraldine Bey, 91, American jazz singer and concert organiser for Chicago Jazz Festival
  11. [28 July 2026] Konrad Beikircher, 80, Italian-born German cabaret artist, musician and author
  12. [28 July 2026] Ray Gómez, 73, Spanish guitarist for Pop-Tops
  13. [28 July 2026] Kavinsky, 50, French DJ, musician and actor
    The artist, who notably performed during the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games in 2024 with the Belgian singer Angèle, died at the age of 50, we learned this Wednesday. Kavinsky, whose real name is Vincent Belorgey, died at the age of 50, Le Parisien learned this Wednesday, July 29. According to our information, the artist was found dead at his Parisian home on Tuesday evening. The French DJ, a figure in the electro scene, was particularly known for having produced the title “Nightcall” for the soundtrack of the film Drive, released in 2011. (source)
  14. [28 July 2026] Vassil Kazandjiev, 91, Bulgarian composer
  15. [26 July 2026] Joel Cohen, 84, American musician
  16. [26 July 2026] Frank Tusa, 79, American bassist and composer
  17. [25 July 2026] Marie-Paule Belle, 80, French singer, breast cancer
  18. [25 July 2026] Leonid Margolin, 68, Russian musician
  19. [24 July 2026] Loren Nerell, 65, American composer
  20. [24 July 2026] Lou Koller, 59, American punk rock singer for Sick of It All, esophageal cancer
    Sick Of It All frontman Lou Koller has died, following a long fight against oesophageal cancer. His bandmates made the announcement on Instagram, saying, “It’s with unbelievable sadness that we announce to our worldwide hardcore family the passing of our brother Lou Koller. The level of loss that we feel at this time is overwhelming. “This year would have marked Sick of it All’s 40th anniversary as a band, and Lou’s camaraderie, commitment and enthusiasm were always steadfast throughout the years. We have lost a beloved friend and an iconic frontman. Lou had the power to raise everyone’s spirits at our shows with a smile and a sarcastic comment, and he won people over wherever we played, from every culture and every corner of the world. (source)
  21. [23 July 2026] Herng-Yu Elen Pan, Taiwanese-French double bassist for BBC Symphony Orchestra
    The Taiwanese-French double bassist, Herng-Yu Elen Pan first began music studies on piano at the age of 4, and began playing the double bass at age 10. She later graduated from the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris and the Universität für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Wien. In 2015, then director of the Paris Conservatory, Bruno Mantovani, described Pan’s playing as “particularly brilliant and versatile,” and that “she is very soon becoming one of the most remarkable double bassists of her generation.” Pan had played regularly from 2012 with major orchestras in France, including the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France, Orchestre National de France, Orchestre de Chambre de Paris, Ensemble Intercontemporain, ensemble 2e2m, and many more. (source)
  22. [23 July 2026] John Miles, 64, American singer and songwriter for Wave Avenue
    A 64-year-old man has died after he was hit by a car while crossing the street in a mobility scooter in Newport. Officers were called to the intersection Memorial Boulevard and Chapel Street just after 10:30 p.m. Wednesday after receiving reports of a man in a motorized scooter lying in the middle of the sidewalk. Police said the victim, identified as John Miles, was discovered lying in the median near the intersection after being thrown from his scooter. Miles was flown to Rhode Island Hospital in critical condition, where he later died, according to police. Investigators believe Miles was in the crosswalk when an oncoming truck hit him, throwing the scooter 30 feet away. (source)
  23. [23 July 2026] Black Ice, American R&B poet and recording Def Jam artist
    Black Ice, the Philadelphia poet whose thunderous delivery helped take spoken word from underground stages to HBO and Broadway, has died. Born Lamar Manson, the Def Poetry Jam standout became one of the most powerful voices in performance poetry, delivering sharp examinations of race, history, identity, and survival. His cause of death has not yet been made public. As Def Jam Records’ first signed poet, Black Ice released the 2006 album The Death of Willie Lynch, collaborated with artists like Musiq Soulchild and DJ Jazzy Jeff, and later taught young writers to confront their realities through poetry. (source)
  24. [23 July 2026] William McGlaughlin (Bill McGlaughlin), 82, American composer and radio host for Exploring Music
    The composer, conductor, educator and radio host Bill McGlaughlin has died. He was 82. McGlaughlin hosted “Exploring Music,” a syndicated classical music radio program that aired nationwide, including on Classical IPR. He had recently stepped down as host. In a post on her Facebook page, jazz musician Karrin Allyson wrote, “It is with deep sorrow that I announce the passing of my beloved partner, Bill McGlaughlin. In this season of grief, I am grateful for your kindness, your prayers, and the privacy to honor a life deeply loved and forever remembered.” (source)
  25. [23 July 2026] Asteryth Sloane, 26, British composer
    We are deeply saddened to hear the news that composer and RNCM alum Asteryth Sloane has died at the age of 26. Asteryth completed both a Bachelor of Music in Composition, graduating with First Class honours, and a Master’s degree in Composition and Musicology, graduating with Distinction, at the RNCM, studying with Professor Emily Howard. In 2025, they were awarded RNCM Associate Membership in recognition of their outstanding achievements in the music profession. Their unique compositional methods and creativity led to a number of accolades, including winning the Cambridge Young Composer of the Year Competition in 2016, the senior category of the BBC Proms Inspire Young Composers’ Competition in 2018 for their piece Elegy for Aylan, and a commission from the Royal Philharmonic Society to mark Classic FM’s 25th birthday celebrations. (source)
  26. [22 July 2026] Shir-Mohammad Espandar, 98, Iranian musician
    Shir Mohammad Espandar, a prominent figure in Balochistan music and a master of the donli, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, at the age of 98. He spent most of his artistic life introducing and preserving the music of Balochistan, and with his unique style of playing the donli, he became one of the most well-known representatives of the music of the Iranian regions. He was born in 1927 in Bampur, Balochistan. He first learned to play the ney from his father, but as a teenager he traveled to Pakistan to study music. There he was introduced to the donli instrument and learned to play it simply by watching its players perform. (source)
  27. [22 July 2026] Oliver Jones, 91, Canadian jazz pianist
    Oliver Jones, a towering figure in the Montreal jazz scene, died on Wednesday at the age of 91, following a career spanning more than 80 years. The news was confirmed late Wednesday evening in a brief statement posted on Facebook by his family and the record label Justin Time Records. Oliver Theophilus Jones was born on September 11, 1934, in Little Burgundy, a neighborhood in southwest Montreal now hemmed in between the Lachine Canal and the Ville-Marie Expressway. Introduced to the piano at a very early age, he made his public debut at five at Union United Church, which was then the hub of social life for Montreal’s Black community. (source)
  28. [22 July 2026] Luís Represas, 69, Portuguese singer and composer
    The Portuguese artist has died at the age of 69, after a long battle with illness. Luís Represas died this Wednesday at the age of 69. The artist’s death was confirmed by the agency Sons em Trânsito, in a statement as reported by RTP. The singer is believed to have died after a long illness. According to the statement, the Portuguese artist, who this year was marking 50 years of his career, had planned “unforgettable moments with Trovante and, on his own, with hits that span generations”. (source)
  29. [21 July 2026] Brian Doerksen, 60, Canadian Christian singer-songwriter, cancer
    Brian Doerksen dies after battle with Stage 4 cancer. Canadian Christian worship artist Brian Doerksen has died peacefully at his family home on Tuesday morning. His family shared the news on social media saying, “On July 21, at 6:45 a.m., our Beloved Brian passed away peacefully in his sleep at his family home, surrounded by those who loved him most.” The news comes after his family asked for prayers after he was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. “Till the very end, Brian continued to love those around him, encouraging them in who they are, and shared incredible gratitude to those in the medical field who tried their best to help him. (source)
  30. [21 July 2026] Olivera Katarina, 86, Serbian actress and singer
    Legendary actress Olivera Katarina has passed away at the age of 87, her family announced. The famous artist passed away after a short illness, reports Nova.rs. She will be remembered as one of the greatest acting stars of Yugoslavia, and her most important roles were in the films “Soldier”, “There is Love, There is No Love”, and “Partizani”, but she was best known as Lenče in the 1967 film “The Feather Pickers”, for which she was awarded at the Cannes Film Festival. In addition to acting, she also dabbled in music, mostly singing original folk and Roma songs. (source)
  31. [20 July 2026] Ray King (Rai King), 87, Caribbean-born singer
    Tributes have been paid to Ray King, one of the most influential singers in the ska and 2 Tone music genres, following the announcement of his death. Born Vibert Cornwall in St Vincent and the Grenadines, he came to the UK in 1961 and arrived in Northampton, before moving to Coventry two years later, after being told it was the place to become a singer. Pete Chambers, the founder of the Coventry Music Museum, said King had a stage presence “like James Brown”. “He was the kind of guy who controlled the stage with just one look, one little movement of the arm or whatever. He was a real professional and such a lovely guy and an influential guy.” (source)
  32. [20 July 2026] Hany Shenouda, 83, Egyptian composer, arranger and musician
    Egyptian composer, arranger and musician Hany Shenouda, one of the architects of modern Egyptian music whose work transformed Arabic pop and helped launch the careers of some of the region’s biggest stars, died on Monday at the age of 83. His death was announced by Egyptian television presenter Mahmoud Saad, while the Musicians’ Syndicate paid tribute to Shenouda as one of the country’s foremost musical figures, ending a career that spanned more than six decades. Born in the Nile Delta city of Tanta in 1943, Shenouda graduated from the Faculty of Music Education in 1966 before continuing his studies at the Cairo Conservatoire, combining formal musical training with an appetite for experimentation that would redefine the sound of Egyptian popular music. (source)
  33. [20 July 2026] Claudio Strunz, 59, Argentine thrash metal drummer for Hermética
    Claudio “Pato” Strunz, one of the most influential drummers in the history of Argentine heavy metal and member of the classic Hermética group, died this Monday at the age of 59. The artist made a transcendental mark on the metal scene when he joined Hermética in 1991, with which he recorded the albums Ácido Argentino and Víctimas del Vaciamiento. After the dissolution of the band, in 1995 he founded Malón together with Claudio O’Connor, Antonio Romano and Karlos Cuadrado, a group with which he released albums such as Espíritu Combativo and Justicia o Resistencia. Considered a reference by several generations of drummers, Strunz was the protagonist of some of the most important chapters of national heavy metal. He made history by leading projects such as Simbiosis and, recently, promoted the show “Hermética x Pato Strunz”, dedicated to keeping the legacy of the historic band alive. (source)
  34. [18 July 2026] Jennifer Finch, 59, American musician for L7, brain cancer
    Jennifer Finch, the beloved bassist, vocalist and songwriter for the groundbreaking band L7, passed away today following an aggressive form of brain cancer. She was 59. A musician, photographer, writer and multidisciplinary artist, Jennifer was also a deeply loved partner, daughter, sister, bandmate and friend. Her impact on L7, the Los Angeles punk community, and generations of musicians and fans was profound. The extraordinary outpouring of love and support shown to Jennifer and those caring for her has meant more than words can express. Those closest to her have requested privacy and space to grieve during this extraordinarily difficult time. (source)
  35. [18 July 2026] Gianni Cazzola, 88, Italian jazz drummer, heart attack
    The world of jazz says goodbye to Gianni Cazzola, historic drummer and one of the most authoritative interpreters of the Italian scene. The musician died at the age of 88 after falling ill while performing on stage at the Gemia Swing Club in Busto Arsizio, in the province of Varese. The alarm went off immediately during the concert. The 118 health workers intervened on the scene and, after initial treatment, transported Cazzola to hospital. For the drummer, however, there was nothing that could be done: he died shortly after hospitalisation. The news was broken by his friend and colleague Tullio De Piscopo, who posted a very emotional message on social media: “Bastard news that tore my heart.” Recalling a friendship that began in 1965 and the many shared artistic collaborations, he added: “Your rhythm, your smile and your humanity will remain forever in the hearts of all musicians. Hi Gianni, keep improvising even from up there.” (source)
  36. [18 July 2026] Salah Farzit, 73, Tunisian singer and composer
    Popular Tunisian artist Salah Farzit has died, leaving behind a rich musical legacy that has deeply marked the national artistic landscape. A key figure in mezoued since the 1970s, he was considered one of the main architects of the modernization of this musical genre while remaining faithful to its popular roots. Throughout his career, Salah Farzit has established himself thanks to a singular voice and a repertoire that has become emblematic of Tunisian popular song. Among his most famous works is “Irdha Alina Ya Lommima”, which has become a true popular anthem over the decades. His journey was also marked by his artistic commitment and the difficulties encountered due to the marginalization of the mezoued during certain periods of Tunisian cultural history. (source)
  37. [18 July 2026] Jim Gilstrap, 79, American soul singer
    He didn’t possess a household name, but his voice was a part of the lives of millions of people around the world. Today we mourn the passing of powerful singer Jim Gilstrap at age 79. His family announced his passing on social media this morning. The Texas-born singer became one of the most dependable background vocalists of the 1970s, lending his smooth, expressive tenor to recordings by many of the era’s biggest stars. After serving in the military, Gilstrap began his professional career with the Doodletown Pipers and later joined Stevie Wonder’s celebrated backing group, Wonderlove. He appeared on the landmark albums Talking Book and Innervisions and memorably sang the opening lines of Wonder’s classic “You Are the Sunshine of My Life.” He also shared lead vocals on the familiar theme song from the television series Good Times. (source)
  38. [18 July 2026] Chen Gang, 91, Chinese composer for Butterfly Lovers’ Violin Concerto
    Renowned composer and Shanghai Conservatory of Music professor Chen Gang passed away in Shanghai in the early hours of July 18 at the age of 91. Born in 1935, Chen Gang entered the Composition Department of the Shanghai Conservatory of Music in 1955. In May 1959, the violin concerto *The Butterfly Lovers*—composed by He Zhanhao and Chen Gang and performed by Yu Lina—premiered in Shanghai. Since then, the work has become a signature piece of Chinese symphonic music and remains the most frequently performed Chinese composition on the global stage. (source)
  39. [18 July 2026] Tony Thorpe, 80, English guitarist and singer for The Rubettes
    A celebrated guitarist and musician who found fame as a member of The Rubettes in the seventies has died. Tony Thorpe was a regular on Top Of The Pops and the band had nine Top 40 singles including a number one, Sugar Baby Love. After four years touring the world, guitarist Tony called it a day and left behind the music business to settle in Burnley and later retired to Poulton-le-Fylde. He first became a journalist and then a tutor on the access to music course at Blackburn College. Tony was 80 and was due to turn 81 this month. An official announcement read: “It is with great sadness that we officially announce the passing of Anthony John Thorpe. He was a father to Clay, a husband to Shirle, a friend to many, and a mentor to countless musicians young and old. (source)
  40. [17 July 2026] Freddy Cannon, 89, American singer, cancer
    Freddy Cannon, a veteran of the early rock scene whose hits of the late ’50s and early ’60s included the top 10 hits “Palisades Park,” “Tallahassee Lassie” and “Way Down Yonder in New Orleans,” died Friday at 89. A representative said Cannon, who lived in Oxnard, California, died at a hospice facility after very recently being diagnosed with cancer, as confirmed by his longtime friend, iHeart Radio’s Tom Cuddy. Cannon had been scheduled to do “what would have been his final interview” on July 11 with legendary DJ “Cousin Brucie” Morrow, but he ended up being taken to the hospital the day before. (source)
  41. [16 July 2026] Alan Walden, 83, American music manager and record label founder for Capricorn Records
    Longtime Macon music manager, booking agent and publisher Alan Walden has died at the age of 83. Walden died Thursday morning while in hospice care as a result of an illness, his wife, Tosha Walden, confirmed that afternoon. Walden helped put Macon and numerous musicians on the map in the music industry, signing dozens of artists. Over the years, Walden managed careers for Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Outlaws and early on, Otis Redding. During those years, Walden and Redding worked closely together, forming a friendship (source)
  42. [15 July 2026] Plas Johnson, 94, American soul-jazz saxophonist
    A pioneering jazz musician, known for one of the most famous saxophone solos in music history, has died. Plas Johnson died July 15 at his home in Los Angeles, multiple outlets report. He was 94. Johnson is perhaps best known for performing the iconic tenor saxophone solo on Henry Mancini’s 1963 “The Pink Panther Theme,” which remains one of the most famous saxophone solos in music history. He was also one of the most sought-after session musicians of the 20th century, recording with artists like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Marvin Gaye, Peggy Lee and B.B. King. A versatile musician, Johnson also performed on alto and baritone sax, as well as other woodwind instruments. (source)
  43. [15 July 2026] Trevor Elliott, 74, American music producer for Edi Fitzroy
    Trevor Elliott, a music producer who had chart success during the early 1980s with singer Edi Fitzroy, died in Florida on July 5. He was 74 years old. His family confirmed his death by posting on social media. Elliott was an employee of the state-run Jamaica Information Service in the late 1970s when he got into music production with his Music Ambassador label. It was during that period he met Edi Fitzroy, a roots artiste who worked as an accountant with the Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation, another government organisation. Their partnership was fruitful, producing three big hits for Fitzroy — The Gun, Check For You Once and Princess Black. In a 2017 interview with the Jamaica Observer, shortly after Fitzroy’s death, Elliott spoke about their friendship. (source)
  44. [14 July 2026] Dave Kendall, 68, British VJ for 120 Minutes and DJ for SiriusXM
    Dave Kendall, the British VJ who helped bring the sounds of the alternative rock nation into millions of homes in the late 1980s and early 1990s as the host and guiding force behind MTV‘s influential 120 Minutes, has died at age 68. The news was shared by fellow former MTV talking head and 120 Minutes host Matt Pinfield, who paid tribute to his friend and colleague in a post on Tuesday (July 14). “Dave was one of the true believers,” wrote Pinfield on Instagram. “Long before alternative music found its way into the mainstream, he was there every week on 120 Minutes, introducing people to bands that would go on to define an era. He didn’t just host a show. He gave a home to music that deserved to be heard. He loved the music, respected the artists, and connected with fans in a way that always felt authentic. That’s a rare gift.” Pinfield gave no cause of death. (source)
  45. [14 July 2026] Fantan Mojah, 49, Jamaican reggae singer, heart complications
    Reggae singer Fantan Mojah has died aged 49, just three weeks before his 50th birthday. The Rastafarian firebrand is said to have passed away on Tuesday evening at the University Hospital of the West Indies in Kingston after suffering complications related to his heart. A close associate of Fantan told Observer Online that the entertainer’s health deteriorated rapidly in the days before his death. “Since he came back from the United States, he was hearty, but over the past week he started to ‘tek down’ and he was admitted to the UHWI,” booking agent Vertex said. “Last night, he was vomiting blood, and that was it. He passed away.” (source)
  46. [14 July 2026] Little Gerhard, 92, Swedish singer, musician and songwriter
    Karl-Gerhard “Little Gerhard” Lundkvist is dead. The rock icon died on Tuesday night, something his wife Theptong Lundkvist confirms to Aftonbladet. He was 92 years old so he was old. Swedish rock icon Karl-Gerhard “Little Gerhard” Lundkvist is dead. He died last night, something his wife Theptong Lundkvist confirms to Aftonbladet. My husband died last night at 00.42. He was 92 years old so he was old, says Theptong Lundkvist. (source)

    47. — Totsakan —
  47. [13 July 2026] Din (Thitiwat Kaewkanha), Thailanese singer for Totsakan, Bangkok bar fire
  48. [13 July 2026] Breeze (Nahatai Sajjalert), Thailanese singer for Totsakan, Bangkok bar fire
  49. [13 July 2026] Kwang (Preutthipong), Thailanese keyboardist for Totsakan, Bangkok bar fire
  50. [13 July 2026] Biw (Nattapat Thamnita), Thailanese drummer for Totsakan, Bangkok bar fire
    In an interview with Thai TV Channel 3 just hours after the flames were extinguished, he recalled how the band’s bass player called him to tell him that Nahatai Sajjalert, the lead female singer nicknamed “Breeze″ — who was also his girlfriend — was undergoing CPR in back of the still-smoldering building. Ice said he tried helping the EMS team resuscitate her, but she could not be revived. Ice said it was originally believed that keyboardist Preutthipong — nickname “Kwang” — had been found and hospitalized, but that was a misunderstanding. He never made it out of the bar. Nattapat Thamnita, or “Biw,” the band’s drummer, was evacuated in critical condition, but also did not survive. A fourth band member died Wednesday. Misery extended to Wednesday when the band announced that its other male singer, Thitiwat Kaewkanha, had died in hospital. He was initially feared dead, but had then turned up hospitalized after a day of frantic searching. According to Thai Rath, Thailand’s most popular newspaper, Thitiwat, whose nickname is “Din,” had burns over 80% of his body. (source)
  51. [13 July 2026] Pedro Ignacio Calderón, 92, Argentine musician and conductor
    The National Secretariat of Culture mourns the passing of Argentine musician and conductor Pedro Ignacio Calderón, who led the National Symphony Orchestra for 22 years and was named Conductor Emeritus of the national ensemble in 2015. National Secretary of Culture Leonardo Cifelli stated: “Today we received the news of the sad passing of Pedro Ignacio Calderón. His talent, artistic rigor, and commitment to excellence left an indelible mark on generations of musicians and on the country’s leading symphonic institutions. At the helm of the National Symphony Orchestra—of which he was named Conductor Emeritus—he played a decisive role in the development and promotion of Argentine classical music, training performers and bringing the symphonic repertoire to audiences across the country. The National Secretariat of Culture stands with his family and the entire musical community during this time of sorrow.” (source)
  52. [13 July 2026] Doru de la Constanța, 44, Romanian manele singer
    New information is emerging after the death of Doru from Constanța, news that shocked the world of party music. The artist passed away at the Military Hospital in Constanța, after falling ill after attending a party, and now details have emerged about the serious health problems he was facing in the last moments of his life. Doru from Constanța is said to have suffered from a pancreatic condition, this being one of the hypotheses considered in connection with his death. The news fell like a thunderbolt on family, friends and colleagues in the guild, who are still trying to accept the artist’s disappearance. (source)
  53. [13 July 2026] Melaine Favennec, 75, French singer and musician
    Melaine Favennec, a legend of Breton music, has passed away. Originally from Quimperlé and a long-time resident of the Pays Bigouden region, he was 75 years old. The Breton music world is in mourning: multi-instrumentalist Melaine Favennec died at the age of 75 in Pont-l’Abbé, around 1 a.m. on the night between Sunday and Monday. “Melaine passed away during the hours when he would usually be finishing his shows and heading home,” said his wife, Mary Le Lez, who lovingly held his hand until the very end. Throughout his life, the musician sang of the beauty of *Penn-ar-Bed*—the “Land’s End.” (source)
  54. [13 July 2026] Mike Browning, 62, American musician for Morbid Angel
    Mike Browning, the drummer best known as a founding member of the legendary death metal band Morbid Angel, has died. The band’s Instagram account posted the news today along with a brief tribute: “R.I.P Mike, thanks for helping making all this happen. Our condolences to his family & especially his daughter.” Browning was 62. Browning grew up in Tampa and took up the drums at age 13. In a 2006 interview, he described his musical coming of age, noting that he was already interested in the contemporary hard rock greats like Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, and Pink Floyd when the clerk at a local record shop turned him on to metal bands like Iron Maiden and Angelwitch. (source)
  55. [12 July 2026] Vernon Taylor, 88, American rockabilly singer
    Vernon Walton Alderton passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, after a long battle with dementia. He was born on November 9, 1937, in Layhill, MD. He was the son of the late O. Herman and Mary (Brumback) Alderton. During his childhood his parents moved numerous times from Maryland to Virginia and back to Maryland. While in high school, he developed an interest in music. Vernon and three friends formed a band and entertained at fire halls, and private parties in the Washington, D.C. area. This led to recording contracts with “Dot” and “Sun” labels. (source)
  56. [12 July 2026] George Zack, 90, American orchestral conductor for Lexington Philharmonic Orchestra
    Dr. George Zack, the former music director and conductor of the Lexington Philharmonic, died yesterday. He was 90 years old. Zack served as the orchestra’s conductor from 1972 through 2009 — a tenure of 37 years. Those who played under him said he was a collaborator who held high standards for his musicians while working to bring classical music to broader audiences. Julie Baker, a violinist who played under Zack for 37 years and has been a member of the Lexington Philharmonic for 45 years, said his approach made the music accessible. (source)
  57. [12 July 2026] Szolnoki Péter, 56, Hungarian singer for Bon-Bon
    Péter Szolnoki, singer of the Bon-Bon band, died at the age of 57 due to a serious illness. The news was announced by the band on their social media page on Sunday morning. In its statement, Bon-Bon asked fans, acquaintances, friends and representatives of the press to respect the grief of the family and the band during these difficult days, and to express their condolences on social media. “The void that has now been created cannot be expressed in words, the pain in our hearts is immeasurable,” the band wrote. Péter Szolnoki was a defining figure in Bon-Bon, and the band became known in the Hungarian pop music scene with several popular hits. (source)

    58. — Da Pond Band–
  58. [11 July 2026] Giovanni McKenzie, Bahamian bandleader for Da Pond Band, plane crash
  59. [11 July 2026] Travis Johnson, Bahamian singer for Da Pond Band, plane crash
  60. [11 July 2026] Rashad Storr, Bahamian guitarist for Da Pond Band, plane crash
  61. [11 July 2026] Mateo Winder, Bahamian bassist for Da Pond Band, plane crash
  62. [11 July 2026] DJ Fresh (Melvin Henfield), Bahamian DJ for Da Pond Band, plane crash
    Members of ‘Da Pond Band’ were identified on social media and in a flight manifest as being aboard the Flamingo Air flight when it crashed in North Andros on Friday. Officials said that ten people died aboard the Cessna 402 in what was meant to be a 20-minute flight from Nassau to San Andros. (source)
  63. [11 July 2026] Peppino di Capri, 86, Italian singer
    The last farewell today, a few steps from his little square where everything began in the post-war period and a four-year-old boy enchanted the American soldiers by performing on the piano: he would have turned 87 on July 27th Giuseppe Faiella, for the world Peppino di Capri, a career that has almost spanned seven decades, two Sanremo wins, a record of 15 participations and the Ariston prize of 2023. An extraordinary innovator of Italian song even before being an elegant chansonnier, Peppino had been ill for some time and last summer for the last time he sang Champagne from the audience of the Certosa di San Giacomo. (source)
  64. [11 July 2026] S. Janaki, 88, Indian playback singer
    Veteran playback singer S Janaki, fondly known as the “Nightingale of South India,” died on Saturday at a private hospital in Mysuru following age-related health issues. She was 88. Her family confirmed the news, with her granddaughter sharing an emotional note saying the legendary singer passed away peacefully. Born as Sistla Sreeramamurthy Janaki in Andhra Pradesh, Janaki enjoyed an illustrious career spanning more than six decades, during which she recorded over 40,000 songs in around 20 Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, Bengali, Odia, Tulu, Urdu and Punjabi. Widely regarded as one of India’s greatest playback singers, she was celebrated for her extraordinary vocal range, emotional depth and remarkable versatility. (source)
  65. [11 July 2026] Lenzman, 47, Dutch drum and bass producer, kidney cancer
    Dutch drum & bass artist Teije van Vliet, AKA Lenzman, has died. His family confirmed the news on Instagram today, July 12th, revealing that he died yesterday afternoon following a three-and-a-half-year battle with cancer. Van Vliet was diagnosed with kidney cancer in January 2023 and underwent surgery to remove a kidney. The cancer had already spread and was incurable. Later that year, he underwent emergency brain surgery after losing consciousness at home, followed by reconstructive surgery in 2024. He subsequently returned to performing, but suffered further health complications, including an epileptic seizure, and underwent radiotherapy. Earlier this year, The North Quarter confirmed that treatment for his terminal cancer had stopped. (source)
  66. [10 July 2026] Calvin Hayes, 63, British musician for Johnny Hates Jazz
    Calvin Hayes, the British musician and co-founder of 1980s pop band Johnny Hates Jazz, has died at the age of 63 after collapsing at his home. The keyboardist and drummer was found dead at his property in Washington in the US, his wife Kathy has confirmed. Hayes rose to performing in Johnny Hates Jazz in 1986 alongside singer Clark Datchler and bassist Mike Nocito. The band’s breakthrough came with their 1987 single Shattered Dreams, which became an international hit and reached the Top 10 in several countries. Following that, their debut album Turn Back the Clock came out in 1988, which topped the UK charts. (source)
  67. [10 July 2026] Andy Bickers, Australian saxophone player for Cold Chisel
    Cold Chisel saxophone player Andy Bickers has died after “a “hard fought battle with cancer”, the band has announced. A post on the band’s official social media said “our much-loved sax player of more than 30 years” died on Friday morning. “Andy was our brother: an incredible musician and a great person to be out on the road or out on the town with,” it said. “His valuable contribution onstage to songs like Rising Sun, Saturday Night and My Baby will be sorely missed. “Our hearts break for his wife Lisa and his son Rudy.” (source)
  68. [10 July 2026] Michael Aspinall, 86, British musicologist
    Maestro Michael Aspinall has died at the age of 86; just a few weeks ago, he was honored at Naples City Hall for his career as a musicologist. Born in Stockport, Greater Manchester, he had long resided in the Neapolitan capital, where he passed away recently. The announcement was made by Mayor Gaetano Manfredi in an official statement. “I wish to express my deepest condolences, on my own behalf and that of the entire city of Naples, for the passing of Maestro Michael Aspinall,” the Mayor stated. “Just a few months ago, in the Executive Chamber of Palazzo San Giacomo, I had the honor and privilege of presenting him with the City Medal.” (source)
  69. [10 July 2026] Mariazelle Goonetilleke, 68, Sri Lankan singer and musician
    Veteran Sri Lankan singer Mariazelle Goonetilleke has passed away at the age of 68. She passed away in the early hours of Friday (July 10) while receiving treatment for an illness at the Colombo South Teaching Hospital in Kalubowila. Known for her signature Western-style pop and upbeat rhythms, Goonetilleke was a versatile and dynamic force in the local music industry. She made a significant impact on the Sri Lankan music scene by blending fast-paced contemporary beats with local melodies, earning immense popularity across multiple generations. (source)
  70. [09 July 2026] Manty Ellis, 93, American jazz musician
    Milwaukee is mourning the death of jazz lecgend Manty Ellis. The Milwaukee Jazz Institute, where he served for years as a board member, stated on Facebook that he died Thursday, July 9 at the age of 93. NNS featured Ellis in a story in April 2025. We’re republishing it in his honor. Manty Ellis is known as the godfather of Milwaukee jazz. Ellis, 92, has been playing jazz music and has paved the way for others to play jazz since the 1960s. On Feb.18, the Jazz Foundation of America announced Ellis was one of 20 inaugural fellows for the Jazz Legacies Fellowship, an initiative launched by the JFA in partnership with the Mellon Foundation. The fellowship honors each recipient with a lifetime achievement award and an unrestricted grant of $100,000. (source)
  71. [08 July 2026] Martin Matoušek, 53, Czech operatic baritone, aortic rupture
    Baritone Martin Matoušek was one of the prominent figures of the Czech opera scene. He was born on February 21, 1973. He has been involved in music since his youth, first at the Military Music School, where he studied clarinet, piano and saxophone. In 1991, he transferred to the Prague Conservatory, where he began to sing. He continued his studies from 1996 at the Faculty of Music of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague with Professor Miloslav Podskalský, from whom he graduated in 2001. During his studies, he also drew attention in a competitive environment, including as a laureate of the International Singing Competition in Trnava and the competition show of Czech conservatories. (source)
  72. [08 July 2026] Rodney Franklin, 67, American jazz pianist and composer
    We received the sad news this morning of the passing of R&B and Jazz great Rodney Franklin. Franklin’s family issued the following statement through his niece, Jamaica Hughes, on the GoFundMe page that had been set up to assist with his medical bills: “Rodney Thomas Franklin passed away peacefully today, July 8, 2026. While we will miss him immensely, we rejoice in knowing that he is no longer in pain and is at peace. He was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. We are currently processing today’s events and will up day you all with next steps soon. We humbly thank you for your support. Please keep the family in your prayers.” (source)
  73. [08 July 2026] Bonnie Tyler, 75, Welsh singer, intestinal surgery
    Oscar-winning actress and Wednesday star Catherine Zeta-Jones has led the tributes to singer Bonnie Tyler, known for hits including Total Eclipse of the Heart and Holding Out for a Hero, who has died at the age of 75. The popular Welsh powerhouse singer died “unexpectedly” on Wednesday night at a Portugal hospital, “as a result of the illness that she was being treated for”, her family said in a “heartbroken” statement released on the star’s official website. Zeta-Jones paid her respects on Instagram, saying her heart was “broken” with the news that “our dearest Bonnie Tyler has passed away”. Tyler is survived by her husband of more than 50 years, Robert Sullivan, who is Zeta-Jones’s cousin. (source)
  74. [08 July 2026] Ermia Lachiani, 24, Israelian rapper, Iran strike
    Aspiring rapper dreamed of being the greatest rapper in a free and just Iran. Lachiani was also a gifted musician and was an aspiring rapper. He loved Eminem, Tupac, Travis Scott, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake. “It didn’t matter to him how long it would take; what mattered was that one day, his name would be heard alongside the best,” his mother told the Post. His artistic sensibilities came through not only in his lyrics, but also in his poetry. “I am a soldier of my people; not by force, but by my own choice,” he wrote. (source)
  75. [08 July 2026] Ela Laboriel, 77, Mexican singer and actress
    Singer and actress Ella Laboriel—whose real name was Esperanza Laboriel López—died on July 8, 2026, the National Association of Interpreters (ANDI) reported. She passed away at La Casa del Actor, where she had been living for some time. In addition to belonging to one of the most prominent families in Mexican show business, she was recognized as one of the first female voices of rock and roll in Mexico and for paving the way for women in the genre during the 1960s. Born on March 28, 1949, in Mexico City, she was the daughter of actor and composer Juan José Laboriel and actress Francisca López de Laboriel, both originally from La Ceiba, Honduras. She was also the sister of legendary rock and roll singer Johnny Laboriel and renowned bassist Abraham “Abe” Laboriel, a figure of international renown. (source)
  76. [07 July 2026] Joe Murphy, 46, English bass player for Koopa
    Tributes are pouring in after rock star Joe Murphy, who rose to fame with the band Koopa, died at the age of 46. The noughties star played bass in the Essex pop-punk band Koopa with brothers Stuart and Oliver ‘Ollie’ Cooper. The trio made history by becoming the first act to hit the UK top 40 singles chart with digital downloads. They are also remembered as the first act ever to have scored a charting single without the backing of a record label. Koopa’s record-breaking single, Blag, Steal & Borrow, was released in 2007. The band, hailing from the village of Sible Hedingham near Colchester, went on to bag two wins at the Glasswerk New Music Awards the same year. (source)
  77. [07 July 2026] Megas, 81, Icelandic singer
    Icelandic musician, writer and visual artist Magnús Þór Jónsson, widely known as Megas, has died at the age of 81. One of Iceland’s most prolific cultural figures, Megas worked across music, literature and visual art, leaving a substantial body of songs, lyrics, books and artwork. He also collaborated with a wide range of Icelandic musicians over the course of his career. Born in Reykjavík on 7 April 1945, Magnús Þór adopted the name Megas during his student years. He attended Austurbæjarskóli and Menntaskólinn í Reykjavík, graduating from the latter in 1965. (source)
  78. [06 July 2026] Kevin Chown, 56, American bass guitarist for Chad Smith’s Bombastic Meatbats
    Kevin Chown, the bassist known for his work with Artension, Tarja, SteelHeart, and numerous other artists, has reportedly died following a battle with cancer. He was 56. According to an obituary published by Anderson Funeral Homes, Chown passed away at his home on July 6, 2026, in Escanaba, Michigan. Funeral services are scheduled for July 18, with a full obituary expected to be released in the coming days. Following the news, Tarja Turunen paid tribute to her longtime collaborator on social media. (source)
  79. [05 July 2026] Beaky, 81, English musician for Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich
    One of only two remaining members of the 60s UK chart-topping group, ‘Beaky’ of Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky Mick and Tich has died… Formed in Salisbury, the quintet found fame with a zany sense of dress and catchy songs which had them in the charts more weeks than the Beatles during their 60s decade of hits. ‘Legend Of Xanadu’ even made the top of the charts in 1968. They would practice in Tich’s front room in Salisbury, and in 1961, they started out as Dave Dee and the Bostons. As the original members gradually retired, Rhythm guitarist Beaky and his band were still performing along with Tich until he passed away shortly after leaving the band. (source)
  80. [05 July 2026] Christian Moran, 42, English-Korean drummer for SB Circle
    Christian Moran, the drummer for the jazz-Korean traditional music crossover band “SB Circle,” passed away on the 5th. He was 42. Moran graduated with top honors from the University of West London in the UK and Berklee College of Music in the US. He studied under Grammy Award-winning drummer Terri Lyne Carrington and Mark Walker. As the leader of the MCL Quartet, he released the albums *Live at Ryles Jazz Club* and *Modern Rhythmic Usage*. Notably, in 2018, he formed SB Circle alongside saxophonist Shin Hyun-pil, gayageum player Park Kyung-so, and bassist Seo Young-do. Moran and Shin Hyun-pil were classmates at Berklee College of Music… (source)
  81. [05 July 2026] B. War, 60, Swedish bassist for Marduk
    Roger “B. War” Svensson, the former bassist of Swedish black metal veterans Marduk, has died. He was 60. Marduk confirmed the news on social media, writing: “Comradeship Through Blood and Iron. It is with the deepest regret that we announce the passing of our former bass player, friend and comrade, Roger ‘Bogge’ Svensson (1965–2026), better known as B. War… The memories remain. Evig är de dödas ryktbarhet. /Morgan and Marduk.” Svensson joined Marduk in 1992 and remained with the band until 2004… (source)
  82. [05 July 2026] Adrian Jack, 83, English composer for BBC Radio 3
    We have been alerted to the death a few days ago of Adrian Jack, a dedicated composer who made his living writing broadcast scripts for BBC Radio 3 and writing occasional reviews and articles for the Guardian and the Independent (none of which has noted his passing). Born in mid-War, Adrian studied in London and Warsaw and lectured at the RCM. He composed a broad range of works, many stored unperformed at the BMIC. Two string quartets were heard on Radio 3 and issued on record; numerous piano pieces were performed and broadcast by Noriko Kawai and Iain Burnside. .. (source)
  83. [05 July 2026] Teejan Bai, 69, Indian Pandavani singer
    President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday paid heartfelt tributes to Padma Vibhushan awardee and legendary Pandavani exponent Teejan Bai, describing her death as a major loss to India’s cultural landscape and remembering the folk icon for taking Chhattisgarh’s traditional storytelling art to audiences across the country and the world. In a message shared on X, the President said Teejan Bai’s “powerful voice”, commanding stage presence and distinctive style of performance brought the stories of the Mahabharata alive for generations of audiences. (source)
  84. [04 July 2026] Lothar Voigtländer, 82, German composer
    “…and the day will come when we shall know you…” – On the death of composer Lothar Voigtländer (1943–2026) These words appear in—and are a central component of—the oratorio *MenschenZeit* by Lothar Voigtländer. It premiered in 2007, performed by the Singakademie and Sinfonietta Dresden, and was performed again—and recorded on CD—in 2014 featuring ensembles from the Carl Maria von Weber College of Music Dresden alongside the Singakademie; both performances were conducted by the author of this article. According to the artist’s family, Lothar Voigtländer passed away yesterday evening, July 4, 2026, following a long illness, in Berlin—the city he had made his home. (source)
  85. [04 July 2026] Dave Sirmon, American musician for Mark Chesnutt
    Prayers have been pouring in for Dave Sirmon following his death over the weekend. Sirmon played in country music star Mark Chesnutt’s band, and he died on Chesnutt’s tour bus between shows on Saturday night. Chesnutt revealed Sirmon’s passing in a social media post on Monday: “I lost my buddy Dave Sirmon Saturday night while on the road,” Chesnutt wrote on Facebook. “Dave played bass guitar in my band. He was a great musician and friend. He was such a hard worker and very hands-on with everything on the road. He was somebody I could really depend on not only for playing music but for every aspect of the road. Advice, music, songs, the bus. Everything. (source)
  86. [04 July 2026] Sparky D, 61, American rapper
    Hip-Hop has lost one of its earliest female trailblazers with the death of Sparky D, born Doreen Broadnax, a pioneering MC whose fearless performances helped establish women as a formidable force during the genre’s formative years. Best known for her role in the historic Roxanne Wars, Sparky D emerged as one of the defining voices of rap’s first great battle movement. Her 1985 response record, “Sparky’s Turn (Roxanne You’re Through),” became one of the standout releases from the era. She managed to push through at a time when female MCs were fighting for recognition. (source)
  87. [03 July 2026] Alexi Cory-Smith, 58, British co-founder and CEO of Bella Figura Music
    Alexi Cory-Smith, co-founder and CEO of London-based catalog firm Bella Figura Music, and formerly an executive at BMG’s U.K. division, has died. She was 58. “We are devastated to announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our co-founder and CEO, Alexi Cory-Smith,” said a statement released on Friday (July 3) by Bella Figura, who manages the rights of evergreen hits like Joan Jett’s “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll” and The Human League’s “Don’t You Want Me.” “Alexi built Bella Figura Music from the ground up, bringing the vision and passion from a successful career in the music industry. Her leadership, creativity, and unwavering commitment to our team and our work leaves a lasting legacy,” (source)
  88. [02 July 2026] Tommy Hunter, 89, Canadian country singer
    “Canada’s Country Gentleman” Tommy Hunter, the celebrated musician whose professional career spanned from the 1950s into the early 2010s, has died. The singer and guitarist died Thursday of natural causes, entertainment promoter and manager Brian Edwards confirmed to CBC News. Hunter was 89. Born on March 20, 1937, in London, Ont., Hunter got an early start as an entertainer. He began taking guitar lessons at around nine years old, which soon led to him booking gigs, playing in churches and eventually landing on the radio… (source)
  89. [02 July 2026] Abdel Rahim Arqi, 70, Tambour singer, illness
    Tambour artist Abdel Rahim Arqi passed away this morning (Thursday) in the city of Al-Dabba, Northern State, at the age of seventy, after a long battle with illness. Arqi was one of the singers who popularized tambour music from the Nile Bend region of the Northern State to other parts of Sudan. His album, “My Love for You Was My Impetus,” achieved record sales in the mid-1990s and was reprinted several times. He was particularly known for his song “I Forgive You and I Am Pleased with You.” The late artist had recently returned from medical treatment in India before his health deteriorated, and he was admitted to Al-Dabba Hospital in the Northern State, where he passed away. (source)
  90. [01 July 2026] Dave Stimson, American music executive and writer, co-founder of Touch and Go Records
    Dave Stimson, co-founder of the pioneering ’80s hardcore punk zine, record label, and distribution company Touch & Go, has died. Stimson reportedly passed away Wednesday. Touch & Go’s Corey Rusk posted the news to the label’s Instagram account today along with a tribute to Stimson: Today is a sad day. Touch and Go co-founder Dave Stimson has passed away. I spent last night reminiscing and telling DS stories with Tesco. Bittersweet. Back in the Touch and Go Fanzine days, Tesco was the master of verbose storytelling. Although Dave was his linguistically minimalist counterpart, Dave could convey as much with a dry, condensed sentence as Tesco could in a full page. He was funny in a very different manner from Tesco. Together, they were like cool older brothers to us guys in the Necros (who were still in high school when we met Dave and Tesco). They put us on the cover of their fanzine, started a label (which I quickly joined them in running) to put out our records, and got us opening slots at Lansing’s Club DooBee with Black Flag and DOA at the start of 1981. Legends… both of them. (source)
  91. [01 July 2026] Mykola Yanchenko (Микола Янченко), 66, Ukrainian composer and singer, accidental electrocution
    People’s Artist of Ukraine Mykola Yanchenko died at the age of 67. It happened on July 1. The sad news was reported by the musician’s friend Yuriy Melnyk. On his Facebook page, he expressed condolences to the artist’s family and told when and where the farewell to him would take place. You may also be interested in It was difficult: Ivo Bobul spoke for the first time about the reasons for his severe weight loss. Mykola Yanchenko died in the village of Stryzhavka near Vinnytsia. The tragedy occurred in the afternoon in his yard: the artist received a fatal electric shock in the swimming pool.(source)
  92. [02 July 2026] Brian Potter, 87, British-born American songwriter and record producer
    He quietly helped create some of the most popular soul and pop music of the 1970s and 80s, with an amazing collection of hit songs for Tavares, The Four Tops, and so many more. Today we mourn the passing of legendary songwriter and producer Brian Potter. The Four Tops posted the notice of Mr. Potter’s passing on social media: “The Tops family are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Brian Potter. Brian, alongside his musical partner Dennis Lambert, wrote and produced several hits for the Four Tops, including ‘Ain’t No Woman Like The One I’ve Got’, ‘Are You Man Enough?’, ‘Keeper Of The Castle’ and produced the album of the same name. The Tops family send our heartfelt condolences to Brian’s family and friends. We are so grateful for his contribution to the world of music and to the legacy of the Four Tops.” (source)
  93. [01 July 2026] Shaun Glass, American bassist for Broken Hope and guitarist for Soil, stroke
    Shaun Glass, who initially found fame as the bassist of death metal band Broken Hope, before achieving further success with Soil, has passed away following a stroke. His former Soil bandmates posted the following message regarding his death: “We’d like to take a moment to say goodbye to our former guitarist Shaun Glass who passed away earlier today. Although we have been estranged and not on good terms since his departure in 2007, he was still an integral part of SOiL in the early years… (source)

 

 

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