Chynna Rogers, Model Turned Rapper, Dies At 25
Chynna Rogers, a model-turned-rapper, died on Wednesday in her hometown of Philadelphia, outlets reported. She was 25. Her manager John Miller confirmed her death in a statement, adding that her…
‘Make Him An Angel’: John Prine’s Death Is A Punch In The Gut For Music Fans
Music lovers are paying tribute to beloved American singer-songwriter John Prine, who died Tuesday of complications from COVID-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus. Prine, who influenced generations of musicians,…
Arthur Gunn Is The Judges’ ‘Shining Star’ On ‘American Idol’
Nepal-born singer Arthur Gunn said before his performance on Sunday’s episode of “American Idol” that “I really didn’t expect I’d be this far.” The contestant used a reggae legend to…
Adam Lambert On New Music, Dating And Keeping Busy While Social Distancing
Like the rest of the country, Adam Lambert is stuck at home. With social distancing measures in place, the singer has resorted to putting on wigs and posting photos of…
Legendary ‘Lean On Me’ Singer Bill Withers Dies At 81
Bill Withers, who wrote and sang a string of soulful songs in the 1970s that have stood the test of time, including “ Lean On Me, ” “Lovely Day” and…
Bill Withers Conquered The Music World On His Own Terms
The first time I heard Bill Withers’ music, it stopped me in my tracks. I was 11 or 12 and just beginning to create my own canon of music. I…
Ellis Marsalis Jr., Jazz Pianist And Patriarch Of New Orleans Musical Clan, Dead At 85
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Ellis Marsalis Jr., jazz pianist, teacher and patriarch of a New Orleans musical clan that includes famed performer sons Wynton and Branford, has died after battling…
Jennifer Nettles Uses ‘Tomorrow’ To Urge Unity During Coronavirus Crisis
Jennifer Nettles is looking to an eternal optimist ― Little Orphan Annie ― to deliver a “hopeful message” during the coronavirus pandemic. The country artist, who is one-half of the…
Singer Benjamin Scheuer Marks Transgender Day Of Visibility With Powerful New Video
Notably absent from Benjamin Scheuer’s music video for his tender debut single is the artist himself. Unveiled Tuesday, March 31, to mark International Transgender Day of Visibility, “I Am Samantha”…
Bob Dylan Responds To Coronavirus With Song About JFK Assassination
Like many musicians, Bob Dylan responded to the coronavirus outbreak by releasing new music. However, the legendary songwriter is probably the only artist whose new song is focused on the…