March 31, 2026

Musicians and singers who died (March 2026)

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March 2026

  1. [21 Mar 2026] Daniel Buira, 54, Argentine drummer for Los Piojos
    … weheartmusic
  2. [21 Mar 2026] Steve Houben, 76, Belgian jazz saxophonist and flutist
    … weheartmusic
  3. [20 Mar 2026] Aref, 84, Iranian pop singer
    … weheartmusic
  4. [20 Mar 2026] Louie Louie, 63, American singer
    … weheartmusic
  5. [20 Mar 2026] Richard Phillips, 85, British music promoter
    … weheartmusic
  6. [18 Mar 2026] Peter Thompson, 81, American stage publicist
    … weheartmusic
  7. [17 Mar 2026] Bettina Köster, 66, German singer, musician and composer
    … weheartmusic
  8. [17 Mar 2026] Rainelle Krause, 37, American soprano
    … weheartmusic
  9. [16 Mar 2026] Wayne Perkins, 74, American guitarist, stroke
    … weheartmusic
  10. [16 Mar 2026] Dolores Keane, 72, Irish folk singer for De Dannan
    … weheartmusic
  11. [15 Mar 2026] Paki Canzi, 78, Italian singer
    … weheartmusic
  12. [15 Mar 2026] Irmeli Mäkelä, 83, Finnish pop singer
    … weheartmusic
  13. [15 Mar 2026] Cinzia Oscar, 63, Italian singer and stage actress
    Cinzia Oscar has died—mourning in the music world: “I died along with you, Mom,” says her son…. ilmattino.it
  14. [14 Mar 2026] Paul Geremia, 81, American blues musician
    … weheartmusic
  15. [13 Mar 2026] Fatma Sarhan, 97, Egyptian singer
    … weheartmusic
  16. [13 Mar 2026] Phil Campbell, 64, Welsh guitarist for Motörhead, surgery
     A statement by Phil Campbell And The Bastard Sons has announced that guitarist Phil Campbell has died aged 64. Campbell joined Motörhead in 1984 and remained a core member until the band’s end in 2015 following the death of frontman Lemmy Kilmister…. metaltalk.net
  17. [13 Mar 2026] Fatma Sarhan, 98, Egyptian singer
    The artist Nadia Mostafa announced the passing of folk singer Fatma Sarhan via her official account on the social networking site Facebook…. elbalad.news
  18. [12 Mar 2026] Hjálmar H. Ragnarsson, 73, Icelandic composer
    Hjálmar H. Ragnarsson, composer and first rector of the Iceland Academy of the Arts, died last night, at the age of 74. Hjálmar was among the nation’s most beloved composers and a leader in the development of art in Iceland for decades…. mbl.is
  19. [12 Mar 2026] Iulian Vrabete, 70, Romanian bassist for Holograf, cancer
    Iulian Mugurel Vrabete, one of the most appreciated bassists of the local rock scene and an important member of the band Holograf, has passed away. … radioromaniacultural.ro
  20. [10 Mar 2026] Willie Anthony Waters, 74, American opera conductor and artistic director for Connecticut Opera
    Friends are reporting the death of Willie Anthony Waters, general and artistic director of Connecticut Opera (1999–2009) and music director of Florida Grand Opera (1986–1995). Willie was 74…. slippedisc.com
  21. [10 Mar 2026] Zalek, 30, Colombian reggaeton singer, traffic collision
    Colombian music is in mourning following the confirmed passing of the Barranquilla-born artist Zalek, who died this Tuesday, March 10, in a traffic accident in Medellín. The news came as a shock to the country’s music community, deeply affecting close colleagues such as Elder Dayán, Luister La Voz, and Fanny Lu…. elheraldo.co
  22. [09 Mar 2026] Blake Emmons, 81, Canadian country singer and television host
    Brought to you by Coventry Funeral Services Blake Emmons Nipawin, Saskatchewan August 2, 1944 – March 9, 2026… tributearchive.com
  23. [09 Mar 2026] Tommy DeCarlo, 60, American singer for Boston, brain cancer
     Tommy DeCarlo, a longtime fan of the rock group Boston who landed his dream job when he was tapped to join the band after original singer Brad Delp’s death in 2007, died Monday of brain cancer in Charlotte, NC. He was 60…. deadline.com
  24. [09 Mar 2026] Zeph Ellis, 37, British rapper
    Multiple reports are suggesting that grime pioneer Dot Rotten has died. The South London born figure – real name Joseph Ellis-Stevenson – burst on to the scene as a true all-rounder, a magnetic MC and a deeply influential producer. With an incredible appetite for flipping samples, Dot Rotten also had a melodic side, one that sat alongside his skills as a battle MC… clashmusic.com
  25. [09 Mar 2026] Gabba, British guitarist for Chaos UK
    Sadly, Gabba of Chaos UK and Seats of Piss has passed away. He had previously been battling health issues but succumbed to the battle late last week. If anything else develops, we will let you know…. punknews.org
  26. [08 Mar 2026] Mantana Morakul, 102, Thai singer and actress
    We mourn the passing of National Artist Manthana Morakul—the first female vocalist of the Department of Publicity’s musical ensemble and a founding member of the Suntaraporn Band. An artist who brought the joy of music to the Thai people during the Second World War, she passed away peacefully due to old age at the age of 103 on the night of Sunday, March 8, 2026, at her home on Phutthamonthon Sai 2 Road. Her departure marks yet another profound loss with the passing of a true master artist…. naewna.com
  27. [08 Mar 2026] Shane Rout, 53, Australian drummer for Blood Duster
    Online tributes have been shared this week for Melbourne extreme metal identity Shane Rout, who died on Sunday. Rout, who was 53, was the drummer with Blood Duster in the early 90s and played on Fisting the Dead before playing in other Melbourne extreme bands like Hecatomb and Filth…. loudmag.com
  28. [07 Mar 2026] Vidi Aldiano, 35, Indonesian singer-songwriter, kidney cancer
    Singer Vidi Aldiano has passed away after a six-year battle with cancer. News of Vidi’s passing was shared by a number of celebrities via their social media accounts, including Deddy Corbuzier and musician Andi Rianto…. cnnindonesia.com
  29. [07 Mar 2026] David Brigati, 85, American singer for Joey Dee and the Starliters
    David Brigati, who was sometimes referred to as the fifth Rascal, died on 7 March. He was 85. He started his music career with the group Hi-Fives and later fronted Joey Dee and the Starliters…. ringsidereport.com
  30. [07 Mar 2026] Donny Fattah, 76, Indonesian bassist and songwriter for God Bless, sarcopenia
    Bassist and co-founder of the legendary Indonesian band God Bless, Donny Fattah (76), was known to have battled three serious illnesses before passing away on Saturday (March 7, 2026)…. kompas.com
  31. [07 Mar 2026] Walter Martino, 72, Italian drummer for Goblin
    Walter Martino—a 72-year-old figure widely renowned within the national music scene, and particularly on the Island of Elba—passed away on the morning of Saturday, March 7, at the Livorno hospital…. elbapress.it
  32. [07 Mar 2026] Country Joe McDonald, 84, American singer and songwriter for Country Joe and the Fish, Parkinson’s disease
    “Country Joe” McDonald, the lead singer, songwriter and co-founder of Country Joe and the Fish, a ’60s-era psychedelic rock group that was a fixture of the San Francisco Bay Area music scene, died yesterday (March 7, 2026). His passing, at age 84 of Parkinson’s, in Berkeley, Calif., was shared with Best Classic Bands by a source close to his wife, Kathy…. bestclassicbands.com
  33. [07 Mar 2026] Augie Meyers, 85, American musician for Sir Douglas Quintet
    Augie Meyers, a founding member of the Sir Douglas Quintet who provided the distinctive organ riff on their first hit single, 1965’s #13 “She’s About a Mover,” and later re-teamed with that band’s leader Doug Sahm to form the Tejano supergroup Texas Tornados in the late ’80s, died Saturday, March 7, 2026. The news of his passing, at age 85 with his wife Sara at his side, was announced on his Facebook page on March 9…. bestclassicbands.com
  34. [06 Mar 2026] Jan Lenferink, 80, Dutch radio and television presenter
    Former TV presenter Jan Lenferink passed away on Friday at the age of eighty. His family announced the news to the press agency ANP. Lenferink worked as a Dutch teacher before rising to fame in the 1970s as a radio presenter, working for broadcasters such as the VPRO. Later, he became best known for the television program *RUR*—an acronym for *Rechtstreeks uit Richter* (Direct from Richter)…. nu.nl
  35. [05 Mar 2026] Jacques Michel, 84, Canadian musician and songwriter
    Singer-songwriter Jacques Michel passed away today following a three-year battle with illness. He was 84 years old. He leaves behind an impressive discography: 300 compositions, including the hits *Amène-toi chez nous* and *Un nouveau jour va se lever*…. radio-canada.ca
  36. [05 Mar 2026] Mihail Secichin, 82, Moldovan pianist, director of Maria Bieșu National Opera and Ballet Theatre
    Conductor and People’s Artist of the Republic of Moldova, Mihail Secichin, has passed away The renowned pianist and conductor, People’s Artist of Moldova, Mihail Secichin, who dedicated his entire life to music and art, leaving behind an impressive legacy, students and numerous grateful admirers, has passed away…. aquarelle.md
  37. [04 Mar 2026] Bernard Rands, 92, British-American composer
    Bernard Rands, the distinguished British composer long resident in the USA, most recently in Chicago, has died there on March 4, 2026, at the age of 92 in the company of his wife Augusta Read Thomas, herself a prominent composer. He leaves behind a catalogue of nearly 100 pieces, widely performed and recorded, all published by Schott, as well as an enormous and varied list of students… schott-music.com
  38. [03 Mar 2026] Roy Book Binder, 82, American blues musician
    Singer and guitarist Roy Book Binder, a longtime favorite on America’s folk music circuit and a three-decade resident of St. Petersburg, died Tuesday after a long illness. He was 82. A raconteur and storyteller, Book Binder was renowned for his “Carolina style” acoustic guitar fingerpicking on blues, old-time country and ragtime songs. From the 1960s to the 1990s, he was playing 200 one-nighters every year, touring the country in a tricked-out sleeper van. He was also known for his dry onstage humor…. stpetecatalyst.com
  39. [03 Mar 2026] Gustav Gunsenheimer, 91, German composer and church music director
    The memorial service for the Schweinfurt composer, church musician, conductor, and educator will take place on Friday, March 20, at 10 a.m. at the Deutschfeld Cemetery…. mainpost.de
  40. [03 Mar 2026] Zsolt Kerestely, 91, Romanian composer and conductor
    Throughout his career, Kerestély has signed over 700 songs, many of them becoming real hits of Romanian music…. mediafax
  41. [02 Mar 2026] Len Garry, 84, English musician for The Quarrymen, pneumonia
    The Quarrymen’s Len Garry dies aged 84 as tributes paid to legend who played with Lennon and McCartney The star, who was in the band which evolved into the Beatles, was recently admitted to hospital … liverpoolecho
  42. [02 Mar 2026] Mike Vernon, 81, English record producer, music executive and recording studio owner for Chipping Norton Recording Studios
    The music world is in mourning today following the announcement of the passing of legendary record producer, label founder, and blues champion Mike Vernon. The news was shared by his family via Vernon’s official social media channels. Born Michael William Hugh Vernon on November 20, 1944, Vernon passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 81…. mnprmagazine
  43. [01 Mar 2026] Bob Power, 74, American record producer and audio engineer
    Bob Power, a renowned music engineer and record producer, has passed away. He was 74. DJ Premier confirmed the news of Power’s passing in a post on social media, lauding him for his work on numerous classic albums…. wbls
  44. [01 Mar 2026] J. Strauss, Swedish singer and musician for Morlocks
    Last April, Morlocks warned us: his singer Johann Strauss had an inoperable brain tumor that would eventually kill him. The news that was feared and that, in the words of his accomplice and guitarist Innocentius Rabiatus could arrive “in a year as in several years” arrived: Johann is no longer, he died on March 1st…. verdammnis
  45. [01 Mar 2026] Gary Walker, 83, American musician for The Standells, stroke
    In the United States, Gary Walker has died after a stroke. The singer and drummer, born Gary Leeds (9 March 1942, Glendale), was 83 years old. He was the last living member of The Walker Brothers; John died in 2011, Scott in 2019…. hitzound

February 2026

  1. [28 Feb 2026] John P. Hammond, 83, American blues singer and guitarist
    John Hammond, the blues singer and guitarist also known as John P. Hammond and John Hammond Jr., died yesterday, Feb. 28, 2026. His passing was confirmed by musician Paul James, a collaborator and close friend of Hammond’s, who posted on Facebook that he received news of Hammond’s death from the latter’s wife Marla. The cause and place of his death have not yet been revealed. Hammond was 83…. bestclassicbands
  2. [28 Feb 2026] Boncana Maïga, 77, Malian composer and musician
    Malian musician, composer and arranger Boncana Maïga died Saturday, February 28, 2026 in Bamako. A major figure in the Afro-Cuban fusion and mentor of several generations of artists, he leaves a lasting imprint on contemporary African music…. apanews
  3. [28 Feb 2026] Viktor Vassiljev, 71, Estonian guitarist
    The band Justament announced the death of bandmate Viktor Vassiljev on Facebook on February 28. Vassiljev was a popular guitarist who, in addition to Justament, became involved in several other bands, but he was primarily known as the guitarist of the bands Justament and Fix. The musician died at the age of 71. Six years ago, Vassiljev told Vikerraadio’s program “Heli Hunger” that he was a musically complete self-taught person… postimees
  4. [28 Feb 2026] Terry Watkinson, 85, Canadian musician for Max Webster
    Obituaries: Canadian Artists Remember Paul Martin of The Blushing Brides, Max Webster’s Terry Watkinson & John Hammond This week we also acknowledge the passing of hit songwriter and recording artist Neil Sedaka and American guitar ace Travis Wammack…. billboard
  5. [27 Feb 2026] Travis Wammack, 81, American rock and roll guitarist
    Legendary guitarist and hitmaker Travis Wammack has died at 81 Friday. Born in Walnut, Mississippi, Wammack spent decades recording music both in Memphis and at FAME studios in Muscle Shoals. … waff
  6. [27 Feb 2026] Neil Sedaka, 86, American singer and songwriter
    A musical prodigy, gifted songwriter, and pop music artist and performer, the legendary Neil Sedaka, whose career went into seven decades, passed away on Friday in Los Angeles at the age of 86. Cause of death was not immediately known but his son, Marc, stated that his father was taken from his West Hollywood home to an area hospital, where he passed away…. wheartm
  7. [26 Feb 2026] Roscoe Robinson, 97, American gospel and soul singer
    A Birmingham artist whose musical career transcended styles and genres for seven decades has died.Roscoe Robinson as a solo artist, writer and group member was associated with numerous gospel and soul acts including Sam Cooke, and sighted member of the Blind Boys of Alabama and the Blind Boys of Mississippi. Robinson, who died Thursday at age 97, continued to record into his 90s…. al
  8. [26 Feb 2026] Yasuko Tasumi, 87, Japanese pianist
    Yasuko Tasumi, a professor emeritus at Kyoto City University of Arts, who was the leader who nurtured the descendants of the piano world for many years in Kyoto and the director of the Kyoto Concert Hall… kyoto-np
  9. [25 Feb 2026] Roman Kofman, 89, Ukrainian conductor and composer
    Roman Kofman, the chief conductor of the National Philharmonic’s Academic Symphony Orchestra and the Kyiv Chamber Orchestra, People’s Artist of Ukraine, has died… mezha
  10. [24 Feb 2026] Rostislav Gepp (Ростислав Гепп), 74, Russian musician for Ariel
    The head of the legendary VIA “Ariel” Rostislav Gepp died in the evening of February 24 at the age of 74 years. This was reported in the Ministry of Culture of the Chelyabinsk region. He was known to the public as a virtuoso flutist and keyboardist, a member of the gold composition of the ensemble “Ariel”…. gubernia74
  11. [24 Feb 2026] Héctor Zamorano, 47, Mexican singer for La Academia
    On Tuesday, the death of Héctor Zamorano of the first generation of La Academia, a reality show in which he was the first eliminated in the already distant 2002, but who subsequently continued with his career and denounced harassment of Sergio Segura… elfinanciero
  12. [24 Feb 2026] Jiří Valenta, 66, Czech keyboardist for Olympic, suicide
    The Olympic group and its supporters have been hit by unexpected news in recent days. At the age of 66, keyboardist Jiří Valenta, who played with the band from the 1980s to 2020, has died. According to available information, he should have committed suicide. … nova
  13. [24 Feb 2026] Rostislav Gepp, 74, Russian musician for Ariel
    The head of the legendary VIA “Ariel” Rostislav Gepp died in the evening of February 24 at the age of 74 years. This was reported in the Ministry of Culture of the Chelyabinsk region. He was known to the public as a virtuoso flutist and keyboardist, a member of the gold composition of the ensemble “Ariel”. … gubernia74
  14. [24 Feb 2026] Uncle Joe Benson, 76, American rock radio DJ for KLOS), Parkinson’s disease
    Los Angeles radio legend and former Ultimate Classic Rock Nights host Uncle Joe Benson has died at the age of 76, his family shared Friday (Feb. 27) on social media. Benson hosted UCR’s nationally syndicated nighttime radio show from 2018 until 2024…. ultimateclassicrock
  15. [23 Feb 2026] Éliane Radigue, 94, French composer
    French composer Eliane Radigue, a minimalist artist and pioneer of electronic music, died Monday, February 23 in Paris, at the age of 94, her family announced Tuesday in a statement to Agence France-Presse (AFP). Born in Paris in 1932, Eliane Radigue has initiated herself to concrete music with the great names of the genre, such as the engineer composer Pierre Schaeffer, whom she joined in 1955 in the Test Studio, a laboratory for sound and noise experiments… lemonde
  16. [23 Feb 2026] Monti Rock III, 86, American singer for Disco-Tex and the Sex-O-Lettes, COPD
    A beloved actor from the 1977 film classic Saturday Night Fever has died, leaving behind a performance that helped define one of the decade’s most iconic films… While Travolta’s star-making turn remains central to the film’s legacy, fans also remember the supporting characters who gave the story its emotional weight and authenticity. One of these actors was Monti Rock III, who played the beloved DJ Monti at the disco the characters visited, The 2001 Odyssey. Rock is best remembered from a scene where he calls out to Travolta and his fellow dancers. He says, “Hello, again! This is beautiful Monti, your delicious DJ!”.. yahoo
  17. [22 Feb 2026] Luci4, 23, American rapper
    Rapper Luci4, born James Dear, has died. He was 23. The Los Angeles rapper, who was best known for the hit “BodyPartz,” died on Sunday, Feb. 22, at a private residence, according to a L.A. County Medical Examiner report… people
  18. [21 Feb 2026] John Bertalot, 94, English organist
    Blackburn Cathedral has announced the death of Dr John Bertalot, the former Director of Music credited with helping build the Cathedral choir’s reputation and playing a key role in the landmark 1969 organ project. .. blackburnlife
  19. [21 Feb 2026] Willie Colón, 75, American salsa musician and actor, respiratory failure
    Salsa legend Willie Colón has died at the age of 75 after entering emergency with respiratory problems at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville, New York. William Anthony Colón, his real name, was born in New York in 1950; of Puerto Rican origin, he is known for having been part of the duos Willie Colón & Héctor Lavoe and Willie Colón & Ruben Blades, also considered one of the most influential performers in the history of salsa… jornada
  20. [21 Feb 2026] Pete Dello, 83, English songwriter and singer for Honeybus
    His faithful were rare but loved him with passion: the British composer Pete Dello died in the shadows, a few days ago, at the age of 83. Little known to the general public, we owe him a masterpiece of pop, published in 1971… telerama
  21. [21 Feb 2026] Mark Kennedy, 74, Australian record producer and drummer for Spectrum
    The Australian music community is in mourning following the passing of Mark Kennedy, one of the most technically gifted and influential drummers in the nation’s history. Kennedy passed away on 21 February 2026 at McCulloch House, the palliative care unit at the Monash Medical Centre in Clayton, Victoria. He was 74… noise11
  22. [20 Feb 2026] Zoya Dorodova, 85, Russian singer for Buranovskiye Babushki, cancer
    Zoya Sergeevna Dorodova. She was born on April 15, 1940, died on February 20, 2026. The Russian singer. Participant of the group “Buranov grandmothers”. People’s Artist of the Udmurt Republic (2012)… stuki-druki
  23. [19 Feb 2026] Nikolai Komyagin, 39, Russian singer for Shortparis
    Shortparis frontman Nikolai Komyagin has died. The band’s manager, Marina Kosukhina, confirmed the news on their socials, writing, “Nikolai is no longer with us”. Shortparis was formed in Saint Petersburg in 2012, with Komyagin becoming its vocalist, keyboardist, and ideological engine… clashmusic
  24. [18 Feb 2026] Lil Poppa, 25, American rapper
    Lil Poppa — a popular rapper based out of Jacksonville, Florida — has died … TMZ has learned. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office in Georgia tells TMZ … the rapper — real name Janarious Mykel Wheeler — was pronounced dead today at 11:23 AM ET… tmz
  25. [18 Feb 2026] Béatrice Ardisson, 62, French composer and DJ, cancer
    The sound illustrator, musician and disc-jockey Béatrice Ardisson, ex-wife of Thierry Ardisson, died Wednesday at the age of 62 from cancer, her children told AFP on Thursday… lefigaro
  26. [17 Feb 2026] Jim Čert, 69, Czech singer and accordionist
    At the age of 69, the underground singer and accordionist František Horáček, known as Jim Čert, died. This was stated on social media last night by historian Petr Blažek and priest Ladislav Heryán… reflex
  27. [16 Feb 2026] Billy Steinberg, 75, American songwriter, cancer
    Billy Steinberg, who wrote the lyrics to some of the biggest pop hits of the 1980s — including Madonna’s “Like a Virgin,” Cyndi Lauper’s “True Colors” and Heart’s “Alone” — died Monday at his home in Brentwood. He was 75… latimes
  28. [16 Feb 2026] Marzio Mazzanti, Italian singer and bassist for Homo Sapiens
    Fornacette mourns the death of Marzio Mazzanti, voice and bassist of the famous musical group Homo Sapiens, active mainly in the 1970s. They give the sad announcement: his wife, daughters, genders, brother, sisters-in-law, grandchildren and relatives all. … vtrend
  29. [15 Feb 2026] Wayne Proctor, American guitarist for We the People
    We The People songwriter Wayne Proctor has died. The band drew from various groups in the Orlando, Florida region, playing their first shows as We The People in 1966. Unusually, the line-up was driven forwards by two songwriters – Tommy Talton and Wayne Proctor – with the latter penning most of their iconic songs…. vtrend
  30. [15 Feb 2026] Kazue Sawai, 85, Japanese musician
    Kazue SAWAI, a world-renowned koto musician who opened up a new horizon for the expression of koto, died of pneumonia on the 15th. He was 85 years old. The tolls are at 6pm on the 19th, and the funeral is at the Rakan Kaikan Hall in one of the 19s in Shimomeguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo… asahi
  31. [15 Feb 2026] Leo Rosas, 27, Bolivian singer for The Voice of Mexico
    Bolivian singer Leo Rosas, one of the Bolivian artists with the greatest international projection of the last decade and runner-up of La Voz México 2019, died on Sunday at the age of 27, according to sources close to the artist. The news caused a remession in the artistic field of the country and among its followers…. vision360
  32. [14 Feb 2026] Pavel Klikar, 72, Czech musician and pedagogue
    At the age of 72, Pavel Klikar left the world as one of the inherent personalities of Czech music culture in the second half of the 20th and early 21st centuries, combining the role of musicologist, bandleader, performer and teacher. For Czech Radio Vltava has been preparing with Ondřej Havelka the series Forgotten Heroes of Syncope for years… rozhlas
  33. [14 Feb 2026] Tim Very, 42, American rock drummer for Manchester Orchestra
    Tim Very, the drummer for Manchester Orchestra, has died. The Atlanta, GA indie rock band announced the news on social media today. No cause of death has been provided. Very was 42….. stereogum
  34. [13 Feb 2026] Simon Harris, 63, British music producer, DJ and electronic musician
    Simon Harris, the visionary producer, DJ, and founder of the influential label Music of Life, has passed away, leaving behind a legacy that helped shape the foundations of British Hip Hop. He was a trailblazer long before the genre found mainstream acceptance in the UK, and his work continues to echo through the culture he helped build…. britishhiphop
  35. [12 Feb 2026] Saúl Cornejo, 79, Peruvian singer and composer
    The historic Peruvian musician Saul Cornejo Ávalos died on Thursday, February 12. The unfortunate news was confirmed by various industry organizations and colleagues on social networks. Recognized as a guitarist, composer and producer, he was one of the key figures in the sound evolution of the country since the 1960’s, promoting innovative proposals with his brother Manuel Cornejo. … larepublica
  36. [12 Feb 2026] Milkman, Mexican rapper, producer, and composer
    Mexican rapper and producer Milkman, known for his work on the hip hop scene and creative projects in fashion and music, died after weeks of fighting serious health complications, his family and record label reported through social networks and messages from close friends. … nmas
  37. [11 Feb 2026] Jerry Kennedy, 85, American record producer, songwriter and guitarist
    Shreveport native and one of Nashville’s most iconic session musicians and record producers, Jerry Kennedy, 85, died Wednesday in Nashville. Kennedy grew up in Shreveport and took his first steps toward what became a legacy of influence in country music. …. shreveportbossieradvocate
  38. [11 Feb 2026] Helmuth Rilling, 92, German choral conductor for Gächinger Kantorei
    Conductor Helmuth Rilling has died. The Stuttgart-based musician set standards in particular with his engagement with Johann Sebastian Bach’s work. … swr
  39. [11 Feb 2026] László Somfai, 91, Hungarian musicologist
    László Somfai, a Széchenyi Prize-winning music historian and well-known researcher of Béla Bartók’s musical legacy, passed away on 11 February 2026 at the age of 92. On behalf of the research partners, music historian László Vikárius, a member of the public body of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences, says goodbye to his colleague. …. mta
  40. [10 Feb 2026] Andrew Ranken, 72, English drummer The Pogues
    Tributes have been paid following news of the passing of The Pogues’ drummer, Andrew ‘The Clobberer’ Ranken. Ranken was a founding member of the iconic folk group, helping bring the first line-up together in 1983. He acted as the drummer for the band in all of their studio albums and live shows up until their first hiatus in 1996. His time in the role earned him the nickname ‘The Clobberer’, and he also occasionally took on vocal duties for the group. … nme
  41. [10 Feb 2026] Des de Moor, 64, English writer and musician
    Much-loved Guild member and writer Des De Moor passes away. The Guild board is desperately sad to hear that long-time Guild member and wonderful writer Des De Moor has passed away. …. beerguild
  42. [09 Feb 2026] Garland Green, 83, American soul singer and pianist
    In 1969,Garland Green dominated radio for a period with his lush, soulful ballad “Jealous Kind of Fella.” It became an instant classic that introduced the world to the impassioned voice of a talented singer. We’re sad to report the passing of Mr. Green at age 83 …. soultracks
  43. [08 Feb 2026] Liliana Dumitrache, 71, Romanian operatic soprano
    On Sunday, February 8, 2026, she died, at the age of 72, soprano Liliana Dumitrache, former soloist of the Bucharest National Opera and teacher. Born on October 28, 1954, in the town of Nămoloasa, jud. Galați, Liliana Dumitrache attended the Folk Art School in Galati (fame class. Elena Patrichi), and then specialized in classical singing at the National University of Music in Bucharest…. romania-muzical
  44. [08 Feb 2026] Matti Caspi, 76, Israeli singer-songwriter, cancer
    Matti Caspi, one of Israel’s greatest musicians, passed away early on Sunday morning. He was 76 years old. President Isaac Herzog tweeted a tribute to Caspi immediately upon hearing the news of his death Sunday morning: “As in a line from one of his unforgettable songs — “Someone up there is looking out for me” — Matti Caspi left us far too soon, one of the greatest Israeli creators of our generation, and has gone on to watch over us from above. …. jpost
  45. [07 Feb 2026] Greg Brown, American musician for Cake
    Greg Brown, the founding guitarist for Cake, has died. The band’s social media account announced the news today, saying he passed “after a brief illness.” Greg Brown co-founded the droll alt-rock band in 1991 with singer John McCrea, trumpeter Vince DiFiore, drummer Frank French, and bassist Shon Meckfessel. Brown co-wrote and played guitar and organ on Cake’s first two LPs, 1994’s Motorcade Of Generosity and 1996’s Fashion Nugget. For the latter he was the sole writer of “The Distance,” one of Cake’s biggest hits. … stereogum
  46. [07 Feb 2026] Ebo Taylor, 90, Ghanaian musician and producer
    One of Ghana’s enduring music legends, Ebo Taylor has died. He was 90 years old. His son Kweku Taylor announced the death in a Facebook post Sunday morning February 8, 2026. He posted: “The world has lost a giant. A colossus of African music. Ebo Taylor passed away yesterday; a day after the launch of Ebo Taylor Music Festival and exactly a month after his 90th birthday, leaving behind an unmatched artistry legacy. Dad, your light will never fade.” …. ghanabusinessnews
  47. [07 Feb 2026] Brad Arnold, 47, American singer for 3 Doors Down, renal cell carcinoma
    Brad Arnold, the lead singer (and former drummer) of Mississippi post-grunge hard rock band, 3 Doors Down, has passed away at the age of 47, following a battle with Stage IV clear renal cell carcinoma, which had metastasized to his lung and then kidney cancer. An official statement on social media reads in part: “With his beloved wife Jennifer and his family by his side, [Brad] passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, in his sleep after his courageous battle with cancer.” … wheartm
  48. [06 Feb 2026] Lynn Blakey, American country musician for Tres Chicas
    Lynn Blakely, an indie rock musician who played with Let’s Active, Oh-OK and Tres Chicas, has died. Her cause of death wasn’t immediately known. In 2025, she was fighting a recurrence of cancer. She was in her early 60s…. parade
  49. [05 Feb 2026] Fred Smith, 77, American bassist for Television, Blondie
    Fred Smith, bass player for the influential proto-punk band Television, died Thursday. He was 77. The band confirmed his death on its Instagram. Smith started out playing with Angel and the Snake, which then became Blondie. … variety
  50. [05 Feb 2026] Helen Micallef, 75, Maltese singer for Helen and Joseph
    Helen Micallef, the singer who represented Malta at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1972 as part of the duo Helen and Joseph, has died at the age of 75. Her daughter said she died on Thursday peacefully and surrounded by her loved ones. … timesofmalta
  51. [04 Feb 2026] Tommy Crook, 81, American guitarist
    Acclaimed Tulsa guitarist Tommy Crook has died. He was 81. An entry on Crook in the book “Oklahoma Music Guide” said in-the-know musicians recognized him as one of the premier guitarists in the U.S., if not the world…. archive
  52. [04 Feb 2026] Tōsha Meishō, 84, Japanese hayashi musician
    Tosha Meisho, a transverse flute player and living national treasure of Nagauta Nayomono, died of pneumonia at a hospital in Kyoto City on the 4th. 84 years old. Born in Tokyo. The farewell ceremony was held from 10am on the 7th at the Central Bright Hall of the Public Interest Incorporated Association, 390th in Gojobashi Higashi 3, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City…. toonippo
  53. [03 Feb 2026] Lamonte McLemore, 90, American singer for The 5th Dimension
    LaMonte McLemore, founding member of The 5th Dimension and a pivotal figure in American popular music and photography, has died aged 90. McLemore passed away on February 3 at his Las Vegas home, surrounded by family, following natural causes related to a stroke suffered several years ago. His death marks the loss of an artist whose influence extended well beyond the recording studio, spanning music, visual culture and social history…. noise11
  54. [03 Feb 2026] S. P. Venkatesh, 70, Indian film score composer, cardiac arrest
    The Indian film industry is mourning the loss of veteran music director S.P. Venkatesh, who passed away following a cardiac arrest on Tuesday. He was 70. … gulfnews
  55. [03 Feb 2026] Ron Kenoly, 81, American Christian worship leader, singer, and songwriter
    Legendary gospel singer, Ron Kenoly, has passed away. Kenoly’s death has been confirmed by several artistes via their social media pages. He was 81. … dailypost
  56. [02 Feb 2026] James Moschello, 88, American singer for The Elegants
    Vincent (Jimmy) Moschello, the bass/baritone singer who was an original member of Vito Picone & The Elegants — and whose mega hit “Little Star,” topped the charts and earned a gold record in 1958 — died in Staten Island University Hospital on Monday, according to his family who were by his side. He was 88. … silive
  57. [02 Feb 2026] Yuan Wei-jen, 57, Taiwanese singer-songwriter
    It was reported on the 2nd that the well-known musician Yuan Weiren passed away due to illness at the age of 57. The family members said that they will take Yuan Weiren’s body back to Taipei in the future and bury him with his father in a place with mountains and rivers that he is familiar with and attached to … mirrordaily
  58. [02 Feb 2026] Chuck Negron, 83, American singer for Three Dog Night, heart failure
    Chuck Negron, the lead singer and a founding member of the classic 1970’s rock band Three Dog Night, died on Monday at his home in Studio City CA of heart failure and COPD, at the age of 83. A statement from his publicist was shared on his official social media accounts, detailed that he had been suffering from chronic cognitive obstructive pulmonary disease, and that he had been diagnosed with heart failure in his final months…. wheartm
  59. [01 Feb 2026] Ken Peplowski, 66, American jazz clarinetist and tenor saxophonist
    The jazz world is mourning the loss of acclaimed saxophonist and clarinetist Ken Peplowksi, who died this week at the age of 66. … wbgo
  60. [01 Feb 2026] Steve Washington, 67, American musician for Slave
    A musical artist is considered impactful if he or she creates a band that has a run of success. But what do you say about an artist who does it twice, helping create two legendary funk groups? That was the tale of multi-instrumentalist, producer, and bandleader Steve Washington, whose creative drive helped shape the sound of late-1970s and early-1980s funk and R&B through his work with Slave and Aurra. We are sad to report the Mr. Washington has died. … soultracks
  61. [01 Feb 2026] Fernando Esteso, 80, Spanish comedian, actor and singer, respiratory failure
    The actor and comedian Fernando Esteso has died this Sunday in Valencia at the age of 80. As Levante-EMV has been able to confirm, Esteso was admitted to the University Hospital La Fe. Esteso already had respiratory problems five years ago and was already hospitalized in the same center. The actor was admitted a couple of days ago for respiratory failure…. elperiodico

 

 

 

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