Reynand Wu
- Hip-Hop, Rap & R&B
- July 7, 2026
- 14 views
Afrika Bambaataa, Pioneering Architect of Hip-Hop Culture Whose Legacy Was Clouded by Abuse Allegations, Dies at 68.
Lance Taylor, known globally as Afrika Bambaataa, the visionary DJ, producer, and one of the undisputed founding fathers of hip-hop, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2024, in Pennsylvania at…
Muhammad Ibadurrohman
- Music Industry Business & Finance
- July 4, 2026
- 22 views
Alexi Cory-Smith, Co-Founder and CEO of Bella Figura Music, Dies at 58.
The music industry is mourning the unexpected passing of Alexi Cory-Smith, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of the London-based catalog firm Bella Figura Music, and a distinguished former executive at…
- Hip-Hop, Rap & R&B
- June 30, 2026
- 22 views
Afrika Bambaataa, a Founding Architect of Hip-Hop Culture Whose Legacy Was Shadowed by Abuse Allegations, Dies at 68
Afrika Bambaataa, the visionary DJ, producer, and cultural architect widely credited as one of hip-hop’s foundational figures, passed away on Thursday, April 9, at the age of 68 in Pennsylvania.…
Aveline Kirana
- Classical & Opera
- June 29, 2026
- 14 views
Mignon Dunn, Mezzo-Soprano and Esteemed Vocal Pedagogue, Dies at 98
The world of opera has lost a towering figure with the passing of American mezzo-soprano Mignon Dunn, who died at the age of 98. Dunn, a celebrated artist whose career…
Jia Lissa
- Electronic, EDM & Club Culture
- June 27, 2026
- 63 views
Mickey Mann, legendary sound engineer who worked with Orbital, Basement Jaxx and Aphex Twin, dies, fundraiser launched
Mickey Mann, the revered Scottish sound engineer and producer whose indelible touch shaped the sonic landscapes of electronic music pioneers including Orbital, Basement Jaxx, and Aphex Twin, has passed away…
- Hip-Hop, Rap & R&B
- June 22, 2026
- 23 views
Afrika Bambaataa Dies At 68
Lance Taylor, known globally as Afrika Bambaataa, passed away on Thursday, April 9, in Pennsylvania. The cause of death was confirmed by his lawyer to the Associated Press as prostate…
Nana Wu
- Global Music News & Chart Trends
- June 20, 2026
- 20 views
Tay Keith, Visionary Hip-Hop Producer Behind Chart-Topping Hits, Dies at 29
The music world is mourning the unexpected loss of BryTavious Chambers, professionally known as Tay Keith, the prodigious hip-hop producer who passed away on Thursday, June 18, at the age…
Indra Aziz
- Indie & Alternative Rock
- June 19, 2026
- 20 views
American Producer Tay Keith Dies at 29, Leaving a Legacy of Hip-Hop Innovation
The music world is in mourning following the untimely death of American producer Tay Keith, who passed away at the age of 29. Authorities discovered the acclaimed beatsmith unresponsive in…
- Indie & Alternative Rock
- June 15, 2026
- 24 views
Oliver Tree Tragically Dies in Helicopter Accident at Age 32
The music world is in mourning following the confirmation of the untimely death of artist Oliver Tree, who tragically perished in a helicopter accident. Brazilian authorities confirmed the devastating news…
- Hip-Hop, Rap & R&B
- June 15, 2026
- 26 views
Afrika Bambaataa, Hip-Hop Pioneer Whose Legacy Was Clouded by Abuse Allegations, Dies at 68
Lance Taylor, known globally as Afrika Bambaataa, the visionary DJ, producer, and one of the undisputed architects of hip-hop culture, has died at the age of 68. His passing on…
