Posts Tagged ‘Tribute’
Feature: ‘Houses Of The Holy’ by Led Zeppelin at 50
‘Houses Of The Holy’, the fifth studio album from classic rock overlords Led Zeppelin, is another incredible album turning 50 this year. It was released 28 March 1973, mere weeks after Pink Floyd dropped their magnum opus ‘Dark Side Of The Moon’ in a stellar year for iconic rock albums. Though vastly different in style…
Read MoreFilmmaker William Friedkin Passes Away
Famed director, producer and screenwriter William Friedkin has passed away, aged 87. Friedkin was a prominent member of the New Hollywood movement in the ‘70s, directing features such as ‘The French Connection’ and ‘The Exorcist’, leaving behind a legacy of cinematic excellence. William was born in Chicago in 1935 during the golden age of Hollywood.…
Read MoreThe Incomparable Sinéad O’Connor
Irish singer Sinéad O’Connor has passed away, aged 56. Her untimely death was announced by a statement from her family: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time,” it reads. Sinéad O’Connor courted both…
Read MoreThe Enduring Legacy Of Tony Bennett
The music world bids farewell to legendary crooner Tony Bennett, who passed away on 21 July aged 96. Tony Bennett will be memorialised as one of the greatest male vocalists of both the 20th and 21st centuries, with a career spanning eight decades, a cavalcade of classic songs, 19 Grammy Awards and countless adoring fans.…
Read MorePolaris Guitarist Ryan Siew Dies, Aged 26
Sydney metalcore band are mourning the loss of band mate, lead guitarist Ryan Siew who passed away Monday 19 June aged just 26. The band confirmed the news via social media this week: “It is with shattered hearts and the deepest sorrow that we tell you our dear brother and bandmate Ryan Siew passed away…
Read MoreTribute: Queen of Rock n’ Roll Tina Turner Passes Away, Aged 83
Superstar singer and performer Tina Turner has passed away, aged 83. Tina Turner passed away in her home near Zurich in Switzerland, where she had been a citizen since 2013. Hailed as the Queen of Rock n’ Roll, Tina was one of the top recording artists of all time and responsible for a cavalcade of…
Read MoreIn Memory Of Barry Humphries, Dame Edna & Sir Les
In the superstitious business of show, it is said that when one celebrity dies two are sure to follow. And so it is with the passing of Australian entertainment royalty Barry Humphries, as we also mourn the loss of iconic personalities Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson. Barry Humphries passed away on 22 April…
Read MoreJerry Lee Lewis Leaves Questionable Legacy
The original wild man of rock ‘n’ roll Jerry Lee Lewis passed away on 28 October, just days after his death was falsely reported by tabloid news outlet TMZ. The ‘Great Balls Of Fire’ singer passed away at his home in Mississippi with his wife Judith by his side. He was 87 years old. Previously,…
Read MoreIn Tribute To Coolio
Famed rapper Coolio, the prophetic voice of iconic ‘90s anthem ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’, has passed away, aged 59. Coolio was found unresponsive at a friend’s house in Los Angeles on 28 September and pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. At this point, no foul play is suspected, and his manager has released a statement…
Read MoreQueen Elizabeth II Laid To Rest
Words: Matt Innes Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has been laid to rest with her parents, sister and husband in the King George VI Memorial Chapel at Windsor Castle. Britain’s longest-serving monarch, Queen Elizabeth passed away at Balmoral Castle on 8 September, aged 96. Her death sparked an international outpouring of grief and emotion for…
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