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Sass Jordan, Canadian Rock Icon and 'Canadian Idol' Judge, Dies at 65

Sass Jordan, the influential Canadian rock singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Make You a Believer' and her tenure as a judge on 'Canadian Idol,' has died at age 65. Born in England and raised in Montreal, Jordan achieved significant commercial success in the 1990s, including a US Hot 100 hit and a Juno Award. She passed away on October 2, 2026, surrounded by family, with no cause of death disclosed. Her career spanned four decades, evolving from rock to blues, and she was noted for mentoring future stars like Taylor Hawkins.

via The Guardian|

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Sass Jordan, Canadian Rock Icon and Mentor to Taylor Hawkins, Dies at 65

Canadian rock singer and bassist Sass Jordan has died at age 65. Born in England and raised in Montreal, she achieved major success in the late 1980s and early 1990s with hits like 'Make You a Believer.' She won a Juno Award in 1989, toured with major acts including Aerosmith and AC/DC, and mentored future Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins. Jordan served as a judge on all six seasons of 'Canadian Idol' and continued recording blues albums into 2022. She died on October 2, 2026, surrounded by family, with no cause of death disclosed.

via GuitarPlayer.com|

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April Wine Frontman Myles Goodwyn Passes Away at 75

Myles Goodwyn, the singer, guitarist, and primary songwriter for Canadian rock band April Wine, has passed away at the age of 75. Goodwyn formed the band in 1969 and remained the only constant member throughout their career. April Wine achieved success in Canada and the US, with their biggest hit being "Just Between You and Me." Goodwyn retired from touring in 2023 due to health issues but continued to write, record, and produce for the band. April Wine sold over 10 million albums worldwide and was inducted into the Canadian Music Industry Hall of Fame.

via Ultimate Classic Rock|

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Bachman-Turner Overdrive Co-Founder Tim Bachman Passes Away at 71.

Tim Bachman, co-founding guitarist and vocalist for Bachman-Turner Overdrive, has died at the age of 71 following complications from cancer. He formed the Canadian rock band with his brothers Randy and Robbie along with Fred Turner in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada in 1973. Some of their hit songs include “Takin’ Care of Business,” “You Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet” and “Roll On Down the Highway.” Bachman-Turner Overdrive was inducted into the Canadian Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. Tim Bachman is survived by his son.

via New York Post |

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