Producer Ian Brenan reported the passing of Yanna Momina, a leading artist from the northeast African nation of Jibuti (Djibouti), on Sunday, June 18th. Brenan…
Acclaimed East African Vocalist Yanna Momina Dies at 76
Category: Obituaries
Iconic Voice of Bossa Nova, Astrud Gilberto, Passes Away at 83
Renowned Brazilian vocalist Astrud Gilberto, whose ethereal rendition of “The Girl from Ipanema” captivated audiences worldwide during the 1960s bossa nova era, has passed away…
Arhoolie Records Founder and producer Chris Strachwitz Dies at 91
American record label executive and producer, Chris Strachwitz, passed away on May 5, 2023, in California. He was the founder and president of Arhoolie Records,…
Acclaimed Irish Fiddler Seán Keane Dies at 76
Seán Keane, one of the finest Irish folk music fiddlers, passed away on May 7, 2023. He was best known as the fiddler for the…
Afro Celt Sound System Founder Simon Emmerson Dies at 67
On March 13, 2023, Simon Emmerson, a renowned English record producer, composer, and guitarist, passed away. Emmerson was born on March 12, 1956, and had…
Influential Folk-Rock Musician David Crosby Dies at 81
Award-winning folk-rock vocalist and songwriter David Crosby passed away on January 19, 2023. He was 81. David Van Cortlandt Crosby, better known as David Crosby,…
Acclaimed Cuban Songwriter Pablo Milanés Dies at 79
Renowned Cuban singer-songwriter Pablo Milanés died on November 21, 2022 in Madrid, Spain. He was 79 years old. Milanés was one of the most influential…
Gal Costa, One of Brazil’s Greatest Singers, Dies at 77
Singer and songwriter Gal Costa, one of the finest vocalists in Brazil, passed away on November 9, 2022, in São Paulo. She was 77 years…
Award-Winning Native American Flute Player and Hoop Dancer Kevin Locke Dies at 68
Acclaimed Native American flute player and hoop dancer Kevin Locke died on October 1, 2022. He was a renowned Hoop Dancer and leading player of…
Renowned Spanish Flamenco Guitarist and Composer Manolo Sanlúcar Dies at 78
Influential artist Manolo Sanlúcar, one of Spain’s finest guitarists and composers, passed away on August 27, 2022, in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Manolo Sanlúcar…