Musicians and singers who died in February 2025

Singer/songwriter David Johansen, known best as the frontman of the glam rock proto-punk band the New York Dolls and also as his 80’s lounge singer alter-ego, Buster Poindexter, died at his home on Staten Island at the age of 75, as confirmed by his stepdaughter, Leah Hennessey. … via weheartmusic

This Friday it was reported the death of Miguel “Negro” Piñera, at the age of 70, who in December 2024 was diagnosed with acute leukemia, a disease for which he was hospitalized on several occasions, while until today he remained in Temuco due to a septic shock, while his death was caused by a multi-organic failure… via meganoticias

Tyler Campo, a veteran Denver musician who contributed bass and vocals to numerous local indie-rock bands such as Cowboy Curse, Gun Street Ghost, Port Au Prince and Soft Skulls, died suddenly on Wednesday, February 26, of undisclosed causes. He was 47.… via westword

The investigation into the deaths of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa has yielded new findings.
After the couple and one of their three dogs were found dead in their New Mexico home Feb. 26, Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza offered new details about critical evidence in the case.… via eonline

The singer Manolis Lidakis was in airbnb in the Anissaras Hersonissos in Crete at 65.
According to neakriti.gr, the singer had recently been discharged from the hospital and, as he had a health problem, he moved to a friend to calm down from his adventure, but today he was found dead.
… via newsbeast

The Kossuth and Bartók-Pásztory Prize-winning pianist, chamber music teacher of generations, and an epochal lecturer at the Liszt Academy lived to be 91 years old.According to the family, after a long, serious illness, he died on 25 February, and at his request he will be greeted in a small family circle.… via lfze

Malyda, an Indonesian pop music star in the 1980s, died at the age of 61. Singer with the full name Rosmalida bint Kalimuda Harahap, breathed her last today, Tuesday, February 25 at 9.40 WIB.… via voi

The Organist Emeritus at Leeds Minster, Dr Simon Lindley, has died at the age of 76. He served as Leeds City Organist from 1976 to 2017.… via slippedisc

Coburn Pharr, former vocalist for Canadian thrash metal band Annihilator, has passed away at the age of 62. Pharr fronted the aforementioned band on their sophomore 1990 album “Never, Neverland” before exiting in 1992. He would later rejoin the band onstage roughly a decade ago to guest on some tracks from his era.… via theprp

One of the 1970’s greatest voices of soul, jazz and folk, Roberta Flack has passed away at the age of 88, due to suffering cardiac arrest on the way to a Manhattan NYC hospital, as confirmed by her manager and friend, Suzanne Koga.… via weheartmusic

The Flemish comedian-singer-presenter-text writer Frank Dingenen died of throat cancer the day before yesterday.… via ronnydeschepper

The flaut and conductor Ricardo Kanji died on Monday morning at the age of 76. Great expert in the interpretation of ancient music, he was a central figure of Brazilian musical life in recent decades. He had been diagnosed in January with a brain tumor that evolved rapidly.… via concerto

Robert John, Crooner Behind Number One Hit ‘Sad Eyes,’ Dead at 79 The singer-songwriter, who began his career at just 12 years old, also had a Top 10 hit with a version of “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”… via rollingstone

Jacques De Jongh, who was once a member of Hush and John Paul Young All-Stars has died in Melbourne.Jacques was the rhythm guitarist for Hush in 1976 and 1977.… via noise11

2025 has been devastating to soul music fans, but this one cuts me the deepest. We are absolutely devastated to inform SoulTrackers of the death of Chris Jasper, legendary keyboardist and important songwriter for the Isley Brothers, and for more than three decades a pioneering independent soul music artist. He was 73 and died just two months after a diagnosis of cancer.… via soultracks

Linsey Alexander’s family has confirmed that this Chicago blues master passed early this morning. Sad sad news for the blues community and for our Delmark family… via bluestownmusic

Lilian Knapp, the Lilian of the duo Leno & Lilian, which was successful in Brazil in the 60s and 70s, died on Saturday (22), at the age of 76.… via uol

Jamaican singer Ken Parker, known for his soulful voice and contributions to reggae and gospel music, died on Saturday, February 22, in Florida. He was 76 years old. Parker had been hospitalized and placed on life support before his passing, according to his family.… via caribbeannationalweekly

Gianni Pettenati, the famous singer and music critic, known above all for his interpretation of the Yellow Flag, died in his home in Albenga at the age of 79 after a long illness. … via cosenzachannel

Bill Fay, the cult singer-songwriter who found success later in his career with the release of several albums through Dead Oceans, has died at the age of 81.… via consequence

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Appelbaum, a distinguished music audio engineer, jazz historian, and beloved radio host, who departed on February 21, 2025, in Washington, D.C.… via jammusiclab

Oscar Garcia, the most emblematic pianist and arranger of Los Melódicos, died… via ruedalaeconomia

Singer, composer, lyricist and producer Fred ‘Bekky’ Beekmans passed away last night. With The Pebbles, Fred Bekky had international success in the 1960s. He was 81 years old last Tuesday.… via vrt

Easy tune musician Gerry Arling (63) passed away Jazz musician won the Pop Prize in 2001.… via vpro

It has been a difficult start to 2025, and it just got more challenging, as we sadly pass on the news of the death of soul and disco star Gwen McCrae. She was 81.… via soultracks

Voletta Wallace, the mother of rapper Christopher “The Notorious B.I.G.” Wallace who spent decades preserving her late son’s legacy, has died at the age of 78.
… via rollingstone

Chicago soul giant Jerry Butler, who succeeded early hits as lead singer of the keystone R&B group Impressions and a notable solo career with years as a Windy City politician, has died, according to the Chicago Sun Times. No cause of death was announced, although he had suffered from Parkinson’s disease; he was 85.… via variety

Muscle Shoals mourns Alabama musician who played on many classic songs. There are many unsung Muscle Shoals music greats, and Junior Lowe might be the most unsung of them all… via al

Musician Paul Ford Has Died at 71 The marvelously talented pianist enjoyed an extended professional relationship with Mandy Patinkin.
… via playbill

Composer and music influencer Ilkka Kuusisto has died at the age of 91. This is stated by his son Pekka Kuusisto.… via yle

Snowy Fleet, the drummer for The Easybeats, has died at age 79.Gordon ‘Snowy’ Fleet was co-founder and drummer for The Easybeats with Stevie Wright, George Young, Harry Vanda and Dick Diamonde.… via noise11

Karl Cochran, guitarist and songwriter who worked with Kiss and former Rainbow and Deep Purple singer Joe Lynn Turner, has died.
… via ultimateclassicrock

Jean Sarrus died on Wednesday 19 February at the age of 79. The musician played satirical songs in the Charlots group. He also shot in all their films, like The Bidasses in Madness, released in 1971 and which attracted 7 million viewers.… via ouest-france

The Jam drummer Rick Buckler has sadly died at the age of 69 after a short illness, his bandmates Paul Weller and Bruce Foxton have confirmed in separate statements… via chroniclelive

Musician Joey Ng Wai has died.This was confirmed to the Express Monday night by his band mate Philip Hill who said the band members are very sad over his passing.
… via trinidadexpress

Nannie Porres did not stand “only” at the front and sang like other vocalists but music side by side with the others in the band Jazz Club 57, the band she broke through with in the 1950’s.… via sverigesradio

The world of music and entertainment is grieving the passing of Paquita la del Barrio, the eternal “Warrior of Bolero,” who died at the age of 77, according to a statement from her team. The beloved Mexican singer had been battling health issues for years.… via latintimes

King Crimson percussionist Jamie Muir, who famously left the band to become a Buddhist monk in 1973, has died, aged 82.… via loudersound

Hyderabad: Veteran actress and producer Chittajallu Krishnaveni, widely known as C. Krishnaveni, passed away on Sunday, February 16, at the age of 100.… via telanganatoday

Vladimir Válek has died. On February 17, at 20 o’clock we play on D-dur Requiem Antonín Dvořák under the baton of Vladimir War.… via rozhlas

Pratul Mukhopadhyay Dead: Legendary Bengali singer and lyricist Pratul Mukhopadhyay, known for ‘Ami Banglay Gaan Gai’ and ‘Dinga Bhasao Sagore’, passed away at 83 in Kolkata on Wednesday.… via abplive

Padma awardee Sukri Bommagowda Passes away at 88.Sukrajji, often called a “walking encyclopedia” of the Halakki community, was a prominent figure in preserving and promoting the community’s rich folk traditions.… via newindianexpress

Allen Lee Scott, 50, died Feb. 6 on McMicken Avenue in what is described by the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office as an “apparent homicide.” Cincinnati Police say he was shot in the back.… via fox19

The death has been announced of the multi-faceted musician Denis Wick, aged 93.A leading orchestral player, conductor and educator, he was the founder of the company that bore his name, and which revolutionised the manufacture and design, first of mouthpieces, and later mutes and brass accessories … via 4barsrest

Celebrated Hindustani vocalist Prabhakar Karekar passes away at 80 Musician Prabhakar Karekar passed away on Wednesday following a short illness.… via theweek

Soul legend Tommy Hunt has died.The news has been confirmed by the singer’s family, who shared a statement on his social media networks. Tommy Hunt was 91 years old.
… via clashmusic

It is a huge loss for Senegalese music. Mamadou Mbaye, better known as Jimmy Mbaye, died that night at the Madeleine Clinic in Dakar at the age of 68.… via senenews

Renowned singer Felix Cumbé died Tuesday during a catheterization procedure, as confirmed by his wife Fanny Carolina Adames.… via diariolibre

Very sad news to report: the death a couple of days ago of the great drummer and bandleader Tony Kinsey at the age of 97.… via ukjazznews

On Monday, Jan-Martin Jensen died after a short illness.In January, Jan-Martin Jensen, who is originally from Bodø, was named “City Alarmist of the Year” – an award that is “awarded to a person or organization within the music industry who has distinguished themselves through their efforts for Norwegian music.”… via an

Ron Brandsteder died Monday morning, let his family know De Telegraaf. The iconic presenter and quizmaster was 74 years old.… via nu

Farewell to the great pianist Maria Tipo. Severe mourning in the world of music. The internationally renowned pianist and teacher died at the age of 94 in Florence
… via lanazione

!K7 Music founder and CEO Horst Weidenmüller dies, aged 60 … via musicbusinessworldwide

The death has been announced of the Swiss soprano Edith Mathis, one of the most recorded artists of her time. She died on Sunday, two days short of her 86th birthday.
… via slippedisc

Corey Crewe of the legendary husband-and-wife singing duo “Corey and Trina” has died. He was 80.… via ntv

The composer, Naing Myanmar, has passed away, his family said. He died at his home in Thanlyin Township, Yangon Region, at around 7:30 am on February 7, a family member said.… via elevenmyanmar

Reggae singer Naâman, 34, dies of a brain tumor The Norman artist, real name Martin Mussard, had released a final title, “My Love”, about the end of life in December. … via republicain-lorrain

The national singer Song Dae-kwan, known as one of the ‘Four Kings of Trot,’ has passed away. He was 78 years old.
On the 7th, Song Dae-kwan’s agency, Star Lineup Entertainment, announced that he had passed away that morning.… via chosun

Marcus Martin, a 40-year-old Selma resident and gifted musician known for his dedication to his church and community, was tragically killed on January 31, after being struck by gunfire in the parking lot of a Selma Walmart.… via yellowhammernews

R.I.P. Bobby Hamilton of the popular 70s group Choice Four… via soultracks

Russian musician who opposed Ukraine war dies after window fall. As a young Russian musician in the years of perestroika, Vadim Stroykin idolised the new generation of Soviet singers who yearned for change.… via thetimes

Vital Farias, singer and songwriter, paraibano, dies at 82 Death was confirmed by family members on Thursday afternoon (6). Vital Farias was admitted to the Dom José Maria Pires Metropolitan Hospital, in João Pessoa.… via globo

The Staatsoper Hannover mourns Hans-Peter Lehmann. As the house announced on Friday, its former director died on Wednesday. Lehmann headed the Staatsoper from 1980 to 2001.… via musik-heute

Legendary Rock Producer Dave Jerden Passes Producer/engineer Dave Jerden died Wednesday, February 5. Over the course of a four-decade career, Jerden worked on an astonishing number of albums that have come to define Alternative Rock.… via mixonline

Irv Gotti, a noted record executive, music producer and entrepreneur best known as the founder of Murder Inc. Records, has died, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. He was 54.… via hollywoodreporter

Soft Machine founding member and keyboard player Mike Ratledge has died aged 81, after a short illness, his former bandmate and current Soft Machine guitarist John Etheridge has confirmed.… via loudersound

Tributes have been paid to Willy Mignon, an era-defining Beninese musician who died at the age of 39.
… via bbc

The mezzosoprano Ana María Iriarte dies at 98. For fifteen years, she was one of the most outstanding Spanish singers on national and international stages
… via scherzo

Legendary American bass Paul Plishka has died at the age of 83.Born on August 28, 1941, Plishka was from Old Forge, Pennsylvania, and Paterson, New Jersey and studied at Eastside High School and Montclair State College.… via operawire

Dune, Lost Eden And MegaRace Composer Stéphane Picq Has Passed Away Aged 59. French composer and multi-instrumentalist Stéphane Picq has passed away aged 59, we’re sad to report. He had been suffering from a long illness.… via timeextension

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of graphic artist David Edward Byrd, who died yesterday, February 3, 2025, according to reports from family and friends.… via broadwayworld

Barbie Hsu, a Taiwanese actress who starred in the popular TV drama “Meteor Garden” that once swept Asia, has died after contracting pneumonia triggered by the flu. She was 48.… via latimes

Legendary saxophone player Gene ‘Daddy G’ Barge dies at 98 Mr. Barge, who also acted in bit roles in films such as “The Fugitive” and “Under Siege,” played sax until he was 92, said his daughter.… via suntimes

Tributes have been paid to a world-famous opera singer who was known for her dramatic voice and commanding stage presence.
Saltdean resident Patricia Johnson died recently aged 95.… via theargus

John Crosse: One of Yorkshire Television’s most recognisable voices dead at 83
John Crosse, who has died at 83, possessed one of the best-known voices in Yorkshire though few would have recognised him in the street.
… via yorkshirepost

4BR has been informed of the death of the conductor, trombonist, author and academic, Peter Bassano. Both a Fellow and Member of the Royal College of Music, he passed away on 1st February.… via 4barsrest

The composer, pianist, arranger and music producer Wojciech Trzciński has died – the artist’s family told PAP. He was 75 years old.
… via dzieje

The Vienna Philharmonic is mourning for its long-standing member Peter Schmidl. As the orchestra announced on Monday, the clarinettist “unexpectedly passed away” on Saturday. Schmidl was 84 years old… via musik-heute

DJ and producer Peppa Oliveira, better known as Boss In Drama, passed away on Saturday, 1. The information was confirmed by Journalist Fernando Oliveira, who was also a friend of the artist, by social networks.… via rollingstone

A choirmaster, Fribourg singer and composer, André Ducret died on 1 February of the aftermath of an illness, in his eighth year. At the head of several ensembles, including the Choeur des XVI which he founded and directed for 48 years, he marked choral art in Romandy.… via rts

Sal Maida, the nimble New York-born bassist who played with bands including Roxy Music, Sparks and Milk ’N’ Cookies, has died. He was 76.
Maida died Saturday in New York of complications resulting from a fall in December, his wife, singer-songwriter Lisa Burns-Maida, announced.… via hollywoodreporter