Ken Spellman aka “Special K” has Died
Industry veteran Ken Spellman, known as 'Special K,' has passed away. The digital creator founded Soundcheck Media Group and served as Program Director at Sirius...
Betty Davis, Iconic Singer, and Trendsetter Dies at Age 77
Betty Davis, iconic funk singer and ex-wife of Miles Davis, died at 77 from natural causes. The pioneering artist was known for hits like 'Get...
5th Member of the Original Force MDs has Died (video)
Jessie Daniels, co-lead singer on Force MDs' hit 'Tender Love,' has died at 57. He was the fifth and final member of the original R&B...
Industry Vet Ruben Rodriguez has Died
Music industry veteran Ruben Rodriguez has died in his sleep. The executive founded Pendulum Records and discovered Grammy-winning artists like Digable Planets....
Son of Sugar Hill Records Founder Dies: Rhondo Robinson
Rhondo Robinson, son of Sugar Hill Records founder Sylvia Robinson, died at 43 from multiple organ dysfunction syndrome. He served as VP handling royalties amid...
Radio PD Kris Kelly Found Dead, Industry Condolences
Former WGCI Program Director Kris Kelly (LaVonne R. Battle) was found dead at 47 in her Philadelphia apartment. Industry colleagues share memories and condolences....
Industry Icon Jerry Boulding Dies
Radio industry legend Jerry 'The Doctor' Boulding, 75, passed away on Thanksgiving evening after a brief illness. The Urban Network executive was known for his...
Industry Great Hank Spann Has Died
Industry veteran Hank Spann, a legendary radio DJ who worked at WUFO and WWRL, has passed away after a long illness. Spann was a pioneering...