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Brian Wilson, Founder of The Beach Boys, Dead at 82
Brian Wilson, founder and creative force of The Beach Boys, has died at the age of 82. A cause of death has not been revealed. Wilson is widely acknowledged as one of the most innovative and significant songwriters of the 20th century. Wilson’s family announced the death on his official website. “We are heartbroken to announce that … Continue reading Brian Wilson, Founder of The Beach Boys, Dead at 82
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New Orleans Jazz Fest Canceled As Covid Cases Rise
The New Orleans Jazz Fest has a been canceled for the second year in a row as Covid-19 cases in the state of Louisiana rise. Organizers of the festival announced the cancelation Monday, saying in a statement “We now look forward to next spring, when we will present the Festival during its traditional timeframe.” The … Continue reading New Orleans Jazz Fest Canceled As Covid Cases Rise
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Brian Wilson Cancels Tour Due to ‘Mental Insecurity’
Brian Wilson has postponed his upcoming June tour, saying he feels “mentally insecure”. The man who was the genius behind The Beach Boys has famously struggled with mental illness for decades. “As you may know in the last year or so I’ve had 3 surgeries on my back. The surgeries were successful and I’m physically … Continue reading Brian Wilson Cancels Tour Due to ‘Mental Insecurity’
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Dick Dale, Surf Rock Pioneer, Dead at 81
Surf rock pioneer Dick Dale has died at the age of 81. Affectionately known as “The King of the Surf Guitar”, he is credited with originating surf-style music. Dale was born ‘Richard Anthony Monsour’ in Boston, MA in 1937. The son of a Lebanese immigrant, he grew up in Massachusetts but relocated to Southern California … Continue reading Dick Dale, Surf Rock Pioneer, Dead at 81
