Experts deny Mickie Most's death linked to asbestos
Experts and Most's label have refuted rumours that producer Mickie Most's mesothelioma death was linked to asbestos exposure in a recording studio.…
Obituaries
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Mickie Most funeral
Lulu, Donovan and Chrissie Hynde joined Mickie Most's family at his funeral, after the producer died from cancer at home in Totteridge on 30 May, aged 64.…
Drugs claim another star
Mars Volta keyboardist Jeremy Michael Ward has died, apparently of a drug overdose, days after the band returned from supporting the Red Hot Chili Peppers.…
Hendrix bassist dies
Noel Redding, bassist for Jimi Hendrix, has died aged 57, according to his manager Ian Grant, ending a legal claim against Experience Hendrix over unpaid royalties.…
Jazz legend dies
Jazz and blues singer Nina Simone has died aged 70 at her home in Southern France, with tributes from her manager and soul singer India Arie.…
Strummer family sets up fund for young musicians
The family of Joe Strummer is setting up a charity to fund struggling rock musicians, launched at a tribute show at London's Tabernacle this weekend.…
Locomotion singer dies
Little Eva, best known for 1962's 'The Locomotion', has died after a long illness; she was discovered by Carole King and Gerry Goffin when she worked as their babysitter.…
Jools on Edwin
Jools Holland pays tribute to Edwin Starr, who died last week, recalling his powerful unamplified voice and his work on Holland's 'More Friends' album.…
Starr dies
Soul singer Edwin Starr has died after a heart attack, with tributes from Suzi Quatro and promoter Rainer Haas, who recalled his two sold-out Stuttgart shows.…
Tributes for Faith
Cilla Black, Tony Blackburn and agent Alan Field have paid tribute to Adam Faith, who died of a heart attack at the weekend.…
Clarkson memorial
About 250 people gathered at a Hollywood theatre to remember Lana Clarkson, who was found shot dead at Phil Spector's house, while no court date has been set.…
Tom devastated at mother's death
Tom Jones has cancelled Las Vegas gigs following the death of his mother, Freda Woodward, and her funeral will take place in Treforest, South Wales.…