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Dash Crofts, one half of Seals & Crofts and the voice behind Summer Breeze, has died at 87 following heart surgery complications.

Chip Taylor, the songwriter behind Wild Thing and Angel Of The Morning, has died at 86, leaving a legacy across rock, pop and country music.

Wu-Tang Clan have confirmed the death of executive producer Oliver “Power” Grant, a foundational figure in the group’s rise and the architect behind Wu Wear.

Legendary blues singer and guitarist John Hammond has died aged 83, ending a six-decade career dedicated to preserving and performing traditional blues music.

Neil Sedaka, the influential pop singer-songwriter behind Breaking Up Is Hard To Do and Laughter In The Rain, has died aged 86.

Brad Arnold, founder and lead singer of Three Doors Down, has died at 47 following a battle with renal cancer. His songs helped define mainstream rock in the 2000s.

The global music world is mourning the death of Midnight Oil co-founder Rob Hirst, a powerful drummer, songwriter and activist, aged 70.

Michael Abrahams, original Jethro Tull guitarist and Blodwyn Pig founder, has died aged 82, leaving a lasting blues rock legacy.

Texas progressive country pioneer Joe Ely has died aged 78, leaving a lasting legacy across American roots music.

Raul Malo, the celebrated voice of The Mavericks and a defining figure in Americana and country fusion, has died in Houston at age 60 following a battle with cancer.

A full career retrospective and obituary for Peter McFarlane, drummer with Finch and Contraband, and a respected figure across Australian music.

Skyhooks guitarist Bob “Bongo” Starkie has passed away at 73. He leaves behind a legacy that helped shape the sound and identity of Australian rock.

Jamaican reggae legend Jimmy Cliff has died at 81. His music, film work and partnership with producer Leslie Kong helped carry Jamaican culture to the world.

KISS icon Ace Frehley’s cause of death has been confirmed as accidental head trauma from a fall. The Spaceman’s legacy continues to shine across rock history.

John Laws, the Golden Tonsils of Australian radio, has died aged 90. Beyond broadcasting he recorded albums, singles and poetry, revealing a musical side to his celebrated voice.

Limp Bizkit’s bassist and founding member Sam Rivers has died aged 48. Rivers was a key part of the band’s sound and legacy, performing on all albums since 1997’s Three Dollar Bill, Y’all.

Michael D’Angelo Archer, known simply as D’Angelo, has died aged 51 after a private battle with pancreatic cancer. A look back at his career and legacy.

Legendary actress Diane Keaton has died aged 79. Her unforgettable performances in Annie Hall, The Godfather and Father of the Bride shaped modern cinema.

Ike Turner Jr, son of Tina and Ike Turner, has died at 67 from kidney failure. A Grammy-winning musician and sound engineer, he carried on his family’s musical legacy despite a life marked by hardship and health struggles.