"Woodstock Star Melanie, 'Brand New Key' Singer, Dies at 76"
TL;DR
Melanie Safka, the singer-songwriter known for her hit song Brand New Key, has passed away at the age of 76. Born and raised in Queens, New York, she gained fame in the late 1960s and was one of the few solo women to perform at the Woodstock festival. Her music, including the popular single Lay Down (Candles in the Rain) and the album Candles in the Rain, garnered international success. Melanie's biggest hit, Brand New Key, reached No 1 in the US, Canada, and Australia. She continued to release albums and maintained a cult following throughout her career.
- Melanie, singer-songwriter who topped charts with Brand New Key, dies aged 76 The Guardian
- Melanie, Singer Who Performed at Woodstock and Topped Charts With ‘Brand New Key,’ Dies at 76 Variety
- Melanie, Woodstock artist and 'Brand New Key' singer, dead at 76 New York Post
- Melanie, ‘Brand New Key’ Singer Who Played Woodstock, Dies at 76 The New York Times
- Melanie, Woodstock star and Brand New Key hitmaker, dies at 76 Hindustan Times
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