Bluegrass Icon Ronnie Bowman Succumbs to Motorcycle Crash
Renowned bluegrass songwriter Ronnie Bowman has died in a motorcycle crash.
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Neil Sedaka: Pop Icon and Prolific Songwriter Dies at 86
Neil Sedaka, the Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter behind hits like 'Oh! Carol' and 'Laughter in the Rain,' died at 86. With more than 700 songwriting credits, Sedaka helped shape early-60s pop and earned a Hollywood Walk of Fame star and Songwriters Hall of Fame induction; his work also included timeless songs recorded by Elvis, Sinatra, and Captain & Tennille. He is survived by his wife Leba, their children, and grandchildren.
Neil Sedaka, Brill Building-era Hitmaker, Dies at 86
Neil Sedaka, a prolific pop songwriter whose career stretched from post‑World War II hits to the Elton John era, died at 86. He wrote classics such as Breaking Up Is Hard to Do and Love Will Keep Us Together, formed a long-running partnership with Howard Greenfield, and collaborated with stars like Connie Francis, Frank Sinatra, Elvis Presley, Tom Jones, Elton John and Clay Aiken. With multiple No. 1 and Top 10 hits, he later relaunched as a performer and appeared on American Idol; he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame and has a Hollywood Walk of Fame star. He is survived by his wife Leba, two children, and three grandchildren.
Neil Sedaka, Brill Building Pop Icon, Dies at 86
Neil Sedaka, the Brooklyn-born singer–songwriter behind hits such as Breaking Up Is Hard to Do and Laughter in the Rain, has died at 86. A Brill Building mainstay who also wrote for others (including Connie Francis and the Captain & Tennille) and played a pivotal role in ABBA’s early European success, Sedaka enjoyed a lasting six-decade career highlighted by a 1970s comeback with Elton John’s support. He earned multiple Grammy nominations and Songwriters Hall of Fame induction, retired in 2022, and sold his catalog in 2024. He is survived by his wife Leba Strassberg and two children.
Bob Weir: The Grateful Dead’s Invisible Engine
Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist and enduring songwriter, died at 78. Renowned for his chiming riffs and frontman vocals, he anchored the Dead’s sound across six decades and through post-Garcia lineups, contributing key parts to staples such as "Playing in the Band" and "Sugar Magnolia".
Country Music Legend Jim McBride Passes Away at 78
Jim McBride, a Grammy-nominated country songwriter known for hits like 'Chattahoochee' and collaborations with Alan Jackson, has died at age 78 after a fall. He was celebrated for his contributions to country music and his influence on many artists, with his legacy remembered through awards and the lasting popularity of his songs.
Country Music Legend Jim McBride Passes Away at 78
Jim McBride, a renowned country songwriter known for hits like 'Chattahoochee' and collaborations with Alan Jackson, has died at 78. His songs were recorded by major country artists, and he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2017. Jackson and others praised his influence and kindness.
Memphis Soul Legend Don Bryant Dies at 83
Memphis soul veteran and songwriter Don Bryant, known for writing 'I Can't Stand the Rain,' has died at 83. He was a key figure at Hi Records and contributed to many hits, especially for his wife Ann Peebles. Bryant's career spanned over five decades, and he returned to recording in his later years, celebrating his love for music.
Sonny Curtis, Songwriter of 'The Mary Tyler Moore' Theme, Dies at 88
Sonny Curtis, a prolific singer-songwriter known for his work with Buddy Holly and for writing the theme song for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' died at 88 due to pneumonia complications in Nashville. He was influential in both rock 'n' roll and country music.
Sonny Curtis, Songwriter of ‘I Fought the Law’ and ‘Mary Tyler Moore’ Theme, Dies at 88
Sonny Curtis, renowned songwriter of 'I Fought the Law' and the 'Mary Tyler Moore' show theme, has died at 88. He was a key figure in rock and roll, working closely with Buddy Holly and performing with the Crickets, and his songs have left a lasting legacy in music history.
Sonny Curtis, Iconic Songwriter of 'I Fought the Law' and 'Mary Tyler Moore' Theme, Dies at 88
Sonny Curtis, a legendary songwriter known for 'I Fought the Law' and the theme song for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' has died at 88. He was a member of The Crickets, inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and contributed significantly to rock and country music with a career spanning over six decades.
Sonny Curtis, Crickets Member and Iconic Songwriter, Dies at 88
Sonny Curtis, a renowned musician and songwriter known for writing the 'Mary Tyler Moore Show' theme and hits like 'I Fought the Law,' has died at 88. He was a member of The Crickets and contributed significantly to rock and country music, leaving a lasting legacy with his songs and influence.
Sonny Curtis, Songwriter of 'I Fought the Law' and 'Mary Tyler Moore' Theme, Dies at 88
Sonny Curtis, a legendary songwriter and musician known for writing 'I Fought the Law' and the theme for 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show,' has died at 88. He was a key figure in early rock and roll, a member of The Crickets, and contributed to numerous hits across decades, earning induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James dies in North Carolina plane crash
Grammy-winning songwriter Brett James, known for co-writing 'Jesus Take the Wheel,' died in a plane crash in North Carolina at age 57, leaving a significant legacy in country music and beyond.
Tragic Plane Crash Claims Grammy-Winning Songwriter Brett James
Carrie Underwood paid heartfelt tribute to late songwriter Brett James, who co-wrote many of her hits, after his tragic death in a plane crash in North Carolina. She remembered him as a cool, generous person and expressed her sorrow and loss shared by many in the country music community.