Jerry Moss, A&M Records co-founder, dies aged 88

Former Classic FM radio presenter Jamie Crick has died at the age of 57.The family of the Jazz FM and Scala Radio broadcaster said on Tuesday that Crick died following a “short illness”. A spokesperson for Bauer Media UK said: “Jamie Crick was a broadcaster through and through and played an integral role on our radio stations. “He was also a great friend to his colleagues at Jazz FM, Scala Radio and the wider Bauer Media teams.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas has shared a heartbreaking tribute to her "unique" and "unforgettable" friend as he passed away aged 54.The 62 year old broke the news on Instagram that designer Luca Sartori suddenly died, leaving his loved ones shocked. Luca's partner, Vesa Hietala, was first to break the tragic news, as he told his followers what happened to him. He wrote on Instagram: "Yesterday, I lost the love of my life, my best friend and my partner of 26 years.

Whitesnake, has died age 72.The guitarist, who performed with the British rock band throughout the 1970s and ’80s, died “peacefully” on Thursday (August 24) surrounded by his wife and daughters.“On behalf of his family, it is with deep sadness we announce the death of Bernie Marsden,” his family wrote in an Instagram post. “Bernie died peacefully on Thursday evening with his wife, Fran, and daughters, Charlotte and Olivia, by his side.“Bernie never lost his passion for music, writing and recording new songs until the end.”A cause of death has not been shared, but the BBC reported that he passed after an illness.Marsden co-founded Whitesnake with former Deep Purple singer David Coverdale, co-writing some of the band’s biggest hits including ‘Here I Go Again’, ‘She’s a Woman’ and ‘Trouble’.

A post shared by STARS OF THE LID_OFFICIAL (@starsofthelid_forever)Away from Stars Of The Lid, McBride released two solo albums in ‘When The Detail Lost Its Freedom’ (2005) and ‘The Effective Disconnect’ (2010).He also formed the band Bell Gardens with Furry Things member Kenneth James Gibson, and released two full-length albums, 2012’s ‘Full Sundown Assembly’ and 2014’s ‘Slow Dawns For Lost Conclusions’.Away from music, McBride also directed the University of Texas National Institute of Forensics’ high school debate camp, with the Texas Forensic Union Debate Team tweeting: “He was a stalwart of Texas Debate and the UTNIF. Our program is forever indebted to his legacy.

A former Made In Chelsea star has shared the tragic news that his two-year-old daughter has passed away after suffering from a rare form of blood cancer.

Queen Camilla's first love Kevin Burke has tragically died at the age of 77. While we all know Camilla's love story with King Charles, who she's been married to for 18 years, Kevin was the first man who she found love with.The pair are thought to have met in 1965 at a party in Knightsbridge, during the Queen's halcyon days and during the swinging sixties where they would dance and attend cocktail parties. But it was sadly announced earlier this month that Kevin had sadly passed away.

The Police, Sting, has paid tribute to A&M Records co-founder and executive, Jerry Moss.News of Moss’ death broke yesterday morning (August 17), when a statement was shared by his family, confirming that he had died of natural causes at his home in Bel Air. He was aged 88.Now, Sting has become the latest of the countless famous faces from across the music world to pay tribute to the late music executive, and described the A&M founder and Rock Hall Of Fame member as “irreplaceable”.The singer-songwriter made the comments in conversation with Billboard and recalled his longtime friendship with Moss, as well as the ways in which the executive impacted both his solo music and work with The Police.“I first met Jerry Moss in 1979.

Eurovision contestant, Patricia Bredin, has died at the age of 88.Bredin was only 22 years old when she performed at the Eurovision Song Contest in 1957 in Frankfurt, Germany.

Broadcasting legend Sir Michael Parkinson has died aged 88. He was on television for decades and has interviewed some of the world's biggest stars. A statement from Sir Michael's family said: "After a brief illness Sir Michael Parkinson passed away peacefully at home last night in the company of his family.

with musician Herb Alpert and together, they transformed the record label from a two-person business out of a garage to one of the industry’s most successful independent labels.From the 1960s through the ’80s, A&M Records released countless smash hit albums such as Alpert’s “Whipped Cream & Other Delights” and Carole King’s “Tapestry.” They recorded the music of the Police, the Carpenters, Cat Stevens, Janet Jackson, Joe Crocker, the Go-Gos, Peter Frampton and Sheryl Crow. “Every once in a while a record would come through us and Herbie would look at me and say, ‘What did we do to deserve this, that this amazing thing is going to come out on our label?’” Moss told Artist House Music, an archive and resource center, in 2007.Both Moss and Alpert were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2006 for their contributions to the industry.

, the record exec — who along with his business partner, Herb Alpert, turned A&M into one of America’s leading independent record labels — died Wednesday at his home in Bel Air.«They truly don't make them like him anymore and we will miss conversations with him about everything under the sun. The twinkle in his eyes as he approached every moment ready for the next adventure,» his family said in a statement to the Associated Press.In a statement to ET, Alpert said, «I never met a nicer, honest, sensitive, smart and talented man than my partner Jerry Moss.»Dionne Warwick, who wasn't an A&M artist, but had been close to Moss ever since he helped promote her music in the early 1960s also released a statement, calling him one of the «kindest gentlemen» and her «dear friend.»«Another of my dear friends has made his transition.

Jerry Moss, who co-founded A&M Records with Herb Alpert more than 60 years ago and helped build it into one of the most successful independent record labels in history, died today in Los Angeles. He was 88.

Chris Morris Music ReporterJerry Moss, who turned A&M Records into one of America’s leading independent record labels with his business partner Herb Alpert, died Wednesday in Los Angeles. He was 88.“They truly don’t make them like him anymore and we will miss conversations with him about everything under the sun.

Game Of Thrones and Eastenders, has died aged 36.Kent’s agency announced the news Tuesday (August 15), writing that Kent had “passed away peacefully on Friday” surrounded by his family and best friend.“It is with deep sadness we have to tell you that our dear friend and client Darren Kent passed away peacefully on Friday,” Carey Dodd Associates shared. “His parents and best friend by his side.

DIY SOS star Jason Liversidge has passed away at the age of 47 after living with motor neurone disease (MND) for ten years. Dad-of-two Jason was diagnosed with the disease in 2013 and appeared alongside his family on the home makeover show in 2015.The family home in Hull was visited by Nick Knowles as the DIY SOS team transformed the home to make it more accessible to Jason. His wife Liz confirmed the sad news of Jason’s passing on Facebook, writing: “Jason Liversidge died peacefully at home surrounded by his girls at 22.59 on the 5th August 2023.

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ABC7.Casper, whose real name was Willie Perry Jr., had been diagnosed with kidney and liver cancer in 2016.Speaking to ABC7 this May, the artist explained: “They went in to try to do surgery, and they found out the kidney was connected to the main artery, so they decided not to do it and just treat it.”He also told the outlet that he hoped ‘Cha Cha Slide’ would always serve as a reminder of “the power of unity, community and positivity”.Released in 2000, the line dance single was initially created as aerobic exercise for Casper’s nephew who worked at US fitness club chain Bally’s Total Fitness.“From there, it just took off. Elroy Smith from [Chicago hip-hop radio station] WGCI grabbed ahold of it,” he told ABC 7.‘Cha Cha Slide’ went on to top the UK singles chart in 2004.

Sandra Bullock's long-term partner, Bryan Randall, has died aged 57 following a long battle with ALS, his family has announced.They revealed Bryan died over the weekend, following a three year fight with the disease.Their statement said: "It is with great sadness that we share that on Aug. 5, Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a three-year battle with ALS. "Bryan chose early to keep his journey with ALS private and those of us who cared for him did our best to honour his request." Bryan was a model turned photographer and is survived by his daughter, Skylar Randall, who he had from a previous relationship.

Sandra Bullock's long-term partner, Bryan Randall, has died aged 57 following a long battle with ALS.They revealed Bryan died over the weekend, following a three year fight with the disease.Their statement said: "It is with great sadness that we share that on Aug. 5, Bryan Randall passed away peacefully after a three-year battle with ALS.