2025 in Memoria
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Sam Moore, the surviving half and higher voice of the 1960s duo Sam & Dave that was known for such definitive hits of the era as "Soul Man" and "Hold On, I'm Comin,'" has died. He was 89.
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Singer Roberta Flack has died at age 88. She was best known for ballads such as "Killing Me Softly" and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."
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David Johansen, the chameleonic and charismatic vocalist who fronted the New York Dolls and found solo success under the moniker Buster Poindexter, died on Friday, his publicist confirmed to NPR. He was 75.
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Influential soul, jazz and funk producer and composer Roy Ayers has died at the age of 84.
In a statement posted on Facebook, his family said: "It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer, and producer Roy Ayers announce his passing which occurred on March 4 2025 in New York City after a long illness."
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In a statement posted on Facebook, his family said: "It is with great sadness that the family of legendary vibraphonist, composer, and producer Roy Ayers announce his passing which occurred on March 4 2025 in New York City after a long illness."
Roy Ayers, Everybody Loves the Sunshine singer and jazz-funk pioneer, dies at 84
Ayers was a huge influence on other artists including Pharrell Williams, Mary J Blige and Common.
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Fresh Air replayed Terry's interview with David on Friday. Worth a listen.
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Jesse Colin Young, the singer, songwriter and founding member of the Youngbloods, the 1960s group best known for their top 10 hit “Get Together,” has died. He was 83.
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Jesse Colin Young, Youngbloods’ Frontman and “Get Together” Singer, Dies at 83
His biggest hit called for everyone to “smile on your brother” and “try to love one another right now.”
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