Category : Industry Passings
Industry Passings honoring radio, music, and media professionals whose contributions shaped the business, documenting their careers, leadership, and lasting impact on the industry.
Bay Area Rapper Killed
An Oakland rapper was shot and killed last night around 8:15....
GOSPEL 360 PRESENTS WEEK LONG TRIBUTE TO ANDRA� CROUCH
Gospel 360 presents a week-long tribute to late gospel icon Andra� Crouch from January 19-23, featuring his legendary music and artist reminiscences....
The Manhattans Winifred Blue Lovett Passes
Winfred 'Blue' Lovett, founding member and bass singer of legendary R&B group The Manhattans, has passed away at age 74....
Radio PD Dies
Radio Program Director Michael Tee has passed away after battling cancer. The industry veteran had been improving before his condition worsened....
Annie Lee, “Faceless Paintings” Artist, Dies
Internationally acclaimed artist Annie Lee, known for her unique 'faceless paintings' celebrating African American culture, passed away at age 79 in Henderson, NV....
Rap Pioneer Big Bank Hank from Sugarhill Gang Dies
Big Bank Hank of the Sugarhill Gang, pioneers of rap music, died at 57 from cancer. The group created the historic 1979 hit 'Rapper's Delight.'...
NPR’s Car Talk Host Dies
NPR's Car Talk host Tom Magliozzi died at 77 from Alzheimer's complications. The beloved radio personality entertained listeners for 25 years....
Radio Host Murdered During Broadcast
Mexican radio host Atilano Roman Tirado was shot and killed by gunmen during his live broadcast in Sinaloa. Listeners heard the fatal gunshot that killed...
Legendary DJ to be Honored by Friends and Peers
WBAB's legendary DJ Fingers celebrates 31 years of his Metal Shop radio show with performances by Twisted Sister members, Doro Pesch, and more rock icons....
Industry Vet Musician Dies Suddenly
Industry veteran Augie Johnson, founding member of R&B group Side Effect known for hit 'Always There,' was found dead by his fianc� over the weekend....
Urban DJ Dies
Elton Bernard Anderson, known as DJ Beezy from 103.7 The BEAT in Shreveport, died at age 35 following a tragic car accident where he was...
R.I.P Joe Sample
Jazz legend Joe Sample, founding member of the Jazz Crusaders, died at age 75 from lung cancer complications. The pianist worked with Miles Davis, BB...
Four Men Indicted in Death of New Orleans Rapper
Four men have been indicted for the 2010 murders of New Orleans rappers Magnolia Shorty and Jerome Hampton. All suspects are held on $1 million...
Industry Radio Vet Dies
Service Broadcasting Operations Manager Michael Erickson has died after battling cancer. The respected radio industry veteran led KRNB/KKDA and was known for mentoring broadcasters throughout...
Michael Jackson Tribute Festival in Gary, Indiana
The 5th Annual Michael Jackson Tribute Festival returns to Gary, Indiana August 28-30 at his birthplace on Jackson Street. The free festival features performances, competitions...
Popular Club DJ, DJ JR, Dies in Florida after Stabbing
Popular club DJ Jerry Smith, known as DJ JR, died after being stabbed in an Orlando nightclub's VIP section. The 28-year-old identified his attacker before...
Soul Singer Extraordinaire Bobby Womack Dies
Soul legend Bobby Womack has died at age 70. The R&B icon was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease nearly two years ago....
Chicago Mourns House Legend Andre Harris, Celebrates Frankie Knuckles
Chicago house music legend Andre Harris has passed away, as announced during tributes to Frankie Knuckles at Millennium Park. Harris was known for classics like...
Former WOWI Staff Gathers for KJ Holiday Funeral Pic
Former WOWI Norfolk radio staff reunited to honor Clear Channel's KJ Holiday, who passed away over Memorial Day Weekend, highlighting the close bonds in urban...
Wes “Party” Johnson has Died: Funeral Information
Funeral services announced for beloved radio personality Wes 'Party' Johnson. Memorial service scheduled for May 31, 2014 in Littleton, NC....
Industry Vet Wes “Party” Johnson Dies
Music industry veteran Wes 'Party' Johnson, former Def Jam Senior VP who helped pioneer rap music promotion, has died after battling cancer....
Radio GM Brad Deetz Dies in Motorcycle Accident
Radio personality and DLC Media General Manager Brad Deetz, 46, died in a motorcycle accident after colliding with a truck in an intersection....
Fisher House Memorial Day Show for Radio
Fisher House Foundation offers 'Our Greatest National Treasure,' a three-hour Memorial Day radio special honoring fallen soldiers and supporting military families....
Quartet Pioneer, Father of D.A. Johnson (Malaco) Dies
Willie Connell Johnson, founder of The Mighty Brooklyn Skyways quartet and father of Malaco executive D.A. Johnson, passed away March 6, 2014....
industry Vet Alan Lott Passes
Music industry veteran Alan Lott has passed away, as announced by his wife Lygia on Facebook. The longtime radio and music executive died March 5th,...