Coltrane Fears End Of PotterOctober 9th, 2009 Heavyweight actor ROBBIE COLTRANE dreads the day the HARRY POTTER movie franchise ends - because he has no idea where his next job will come from. The Scottish star shot to international fame with his role as Hagrid in the blockbusting wizard movies, but admits he fears for the future when shooting on the last installment - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - ends.
Photographer Penn Dies At 92October 8th, 2009 Legendary photographer IRVING PENN has died at the age of 92. Penn was best known for his fashion photography, still-life imagery and portraits.
Drummer Bobby Graham dies at 69September 15th, 2009 LONDON - UK's great drummer Bobby Graham has died of stomach cancer at the age of 69. The percussionist had played on more than 15,000 records, which saw him working with stars like The Animals, Dusty Springfield and Tom Jones.
Tony Bennett, Dave Brubeck spin magic in first performance together in 47 years at NewportAugust 11th, 2009 Bennett, Brubeck first gig in together in 50 yearsNEWPORT, R.I. — Tony Bennett and Dave Brubeck spun some of their old magic when they performed together for only the second time in their 60-plus-year careers.
ILLNATH DRUMMER QUITSAugust 11th, 2009 Heavy metal rockers ILLNATH are on the hunt for a new drummer after parting ways with DANNI LYSE JELSGAARD. The Danish group has been forced to cancel a string of upcoming shows while they look for a replacement.
Musician who helped revive American folk music, Mike Seeger, dies at 75 in Va. of cancerAugust 10th, 2009 Folk music revivalist Mike Seeger dies at 75LEXINGTON, Va. —Mike Seeger, who helped revive traditional American folk music, has died at age 75.
SPACE DRUMMER PARLE DIESAugust 3rd, 2009 Former SPACE drummer ANDY PARLE has died suddenly at the age of 42 after collapsing in his native Liverpool, England on Saturday night (01Aug09). The percussionist, who co-founded the 1990s rock band, fell while crossing a road in the city.
Jazz composer George Russell, who developed theory used by Davis and Coltrane, dies at 86July 28th, 2009 Jazz composer George Russell dies at 86BOSTON — Jazz composer George Russell, a MacArthur fellow whose theories influenced the modal music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane, has died. His publicist says Russell, who taught at the New England Conservatory, died Monday in Boston at age 86 of complications from Alzheimer's.
John Dawson, co-founder of psychedelic band New Riders of the Purple Sage, dies at 64July 24th, 2009 Psychedelic songwriter John Dawson dies at 64SAN FRANCISCO — John "Marmaduke" Dawson, a longtime Grateful Dead collaborator who co-wrote "Friend of the Devil" and developed a devoted following with his psychedelic country group New Riders of the Purple Sage, has died. He was 64. Dawson died Tuesday from stomach cancer in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, where he had retired several years ago, said Rob Bleetstein, archivist for the band.
Ex-Beatles, Rolling Stones manager Allen Klein dies in NYC at 77July 4th, 2009 Ex-Beatles, Rolling Stones manager Klein diesNEW YORK — Former music manager Allen Klein, a no-holds-barred businessman who bulldozed his way into and out of deals with the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, has died. Bob Merlis, a publicist for Klein's company, ABKCO Music & Records, says Klein died Saturday at his New York City home of Alzheimer's disease.
Estelle replaces Lauryn Hill as headline act for Stockholm Jazz FestivalJune 22nd, 2009 Estelle to headline Stockholm Jazz FestivalSTOCKHOLM — Grammy-winning British singer Estelle will replace Lauryn Hill as the headline act at this year's Stockholm Jazz Festival. Earlier this month, the festival said Hill had canceled all European tour dates because of health reasons.
Sonny Rollins, Maria Schneider each win 3 awards at the Jazz AwardsJune 18th, 2009 Sonny Rollins, Maria Schneider win at jazz awardsNEW YORK — Jazz legend Sonny Rollins is still collecting trophies. He was one of the big winners at this year's Jazz Awards.
Bob Bogle, lead guitarist of The Ventures, dies at 75; known for hits like 'Walk, Don't Run'June 16th, 2009 Bob Bogle of rock band The Ventures dies at 75TACOMA, Wash. — Bob Bogle, lead guitarist and co-founder of the rock band The Ventures, known for 1960s instrumental hits including "Walk, Don't Run," has died at age 75.
Lounge legend Butera dies at 81 after 50 years of jazzing up the Las Vegas StripJune 5th, 2009 Jazz saxophonist Butera dies at 81 in Las VegasLAS VEGAS — Sam Butera, a saxophonist who helped usher in lounge entertainment in Las Vegas and shared the stage with Louis Prima and Keely Smith, has died. He was 81. Butera died Wednesday morning of pneumonia at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas, his daughter Cheryl Butera said.
White Stripes drummer Meg White engaged to Jackson Smith, with wedding planned this yearMay 5th, 2009 White Stripes drummer Meg White to wed this yearDETROIT — A publicist for The White Stripes says drummer Meg White is engaged to musician Jackson Smith, the son of punk singer Patti Smith and late MC5 guitarist Fred "Sonic" Smith. Publicist Chloe Walsh says the couple will wed this year, but couldn't confirm other details.
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