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Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

In Memoriam In Memoriam – notable music people who have recently passed away

Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

October 15, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Tony and Nick Capozzola | Jim Chapman: R.I.P. Tony Capozzola . I can see you and your brother Nick... Read More → Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

Martina Arroyo, First Generation of Black Opera Singers, Dies Aged 90

October 15, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Martina Arroyo | From Wikipedia: Martina Arroyo (February 2, 1936 – October 13, 2026) was an... Read More → Martina Arroyo, First Generation of Black Opera Singers, Dies Aged 90

Local Legend Musician Dwayne Burrell Passes // Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

October 7, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Dwayne Burrell | So sorry that we have no more information to send at this time. | Ahkil Dukalion... Read More → Local Legend Musician Dwayne Burrell Passes // Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

Denver Mike, Music Photographer, a/k/a Michael Mark, Dies at Age 77

October 7, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Mike & Dylan Mark | Dylan Mark writes: Today at 1p.m. with peace, strength, and speed, Michael... Read More → Denver Mike, Music Photographer, a/k/a Michael Mark, Dies at Age 77

R&B legend Freddie Jackson passes away at 70

October 7, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Freddie Jackson | By Rashad Grove, In Touch | Freddie Jackson, an R&B legend, has passed away. He... Read More → R&B legend Freddie Jackson passes away at 70

Hirata Runa dies at 8: Japanese child pop star’s cause of death confirmed

October 7, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Hirata Runa | By Kim Brown, Just Jared | A young child pop star named Hirata Runa has tragically... Read More → Hirata Runa dies at 8: Japanese child pop star’s cause of death confirmed

Chris Fischer Passes – Tributes from Dave Streml and Chris Mercer //Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

October 1, 2026| In Memoriam|

From Still They Ride – A Tribute to Journey: Friends, it is with a very heavy heart that we, Still They... Read More → Chris Fischer Passes – Tributes from Dave Streml and Chris Mercer //Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

Grammy-nominated band’s lead singer Chuck Varga dies at 68

October 1, 2026| In Memoriam|

By Lauren Hartley, The Daily Beast | GWAR founding member and lead vocalist Chuck Varga, who played the... Read More → Grammy-nominated band’s lead singer Chuck Varga dies at 68

Grammy-Winning Songwriter and Producer Behind Mariah Carey and Usher Classics Manuel Seal Dead at 66

October 1, 2026| In Memoriam|

By Chris Piner, American Songwriter | With both parents having a rich background in music, it was as if... Read More → Grammy-Winning Songwriter and Producer Behind Mariah Carey and Usher Classics Manuel Seal Dead at 66

Bruce Odland, Founder of the Tank in Rangely, CO, Dies at the Age of 74 //Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

September 24, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Bruce Odland | From The Tank Center for Sonic Arts: Bruce Odland, composer and sound artist of... Read More → Bruce Odland, Founder of the Tank in Rangely, CO, Dies at the Age of 74 //Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

Blues Guitarist Carvin Jones, the “King of Strings,” Passes at Age 60

September 24, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Carvin Jones | From Carvin Jones’ Facebook page: It is with immeasurable sadness that we share that... Read More → Blues Guitarist Carvin Jones, the “King of Strings,” Passes at Age 60

Duncan Sheik, Composer of Spring Awakening, Dies at 57

September 24, 2026| In Memoriam|

Duncan Scott Sheik (November 18, 1969 – September 17, 2026) was an American singer-songwriter and composer.... Read More → Duncan Sheik, Composer of Spring Awakening, Dies at 57

Gerrit Graham dead: Actor and Grateful Dead songwriter

September 24, 2026| In Memoriam|

By Tanya Fedak, Variety | Gerrit Graham, an actor, screenwriter and songwriter who co-wrote a song for The... Read More → Gerrit Graham dead: Actor and Grateful Dead songwriter

Chad Gilbert, guitarist for New Found Glory, dies at 45

September 24, 2026| In Memoriam|

Photo: Chad Gilbert | By Mike Costanza, News Nation | Chad Gilbert, the guitarist for the iconic pop-punk... Read More → Chad Gilbert, guitarist for New Found Glory, dies at 45

Local Metal Keyboardist Danny Singer Passes //Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

September 17, 2026| In Memoriam|

Jim Moore, of the band Moore, writes: Keyboard player Danny Singer has passed away. There’s been 3... Read More → Local Metal Keyboardist Danny Singer Passes //Other Notable Musicians’ Deaths

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