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Blondie’s Clem Burke, Iconic Drummer and Rock Hall of Famer, Dies at 70 After Cancer Battle

London — Clem Burke, the iconic drummer of the seminal 1970s new wave band Blondie, has died at age 70 after a private battle with cancer, the band’s spokesperson announced. Burke, celebrated as one of the top drummers in music history by Rolling Stone magazine, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Joining Blondie in 1975, Burke replaced the band’s original drummer and quickly made an indelible mark on the music scene. He played on …

Rock Pioneer Larry Tamblyn of The Standells Passes Away at 82, Leaves Legacy of Classic Hits and Influential Music

Los Angeles — Larry Tamblyn, the celebrated keyboardist and founding member of the iconic 1960s rock band The Standells, known for the hit “Dirty Water,” has died at the age of 82. His death was confirmed by his nephew, Dennis Tamblyn, through a heartfelt social media tribute this past Saturday. Tamblyn, who seamlessly combined garage rock with raw vocal energy, left an indelible mark on the music industry, especially endearing himself to Boston sports fans …

Garth Hudson, Revered Rock Icon and Final Member of The Band, Passes Away at 87

Woodstock, NY – Garth Hudson, the celebrated keyboardist and last surviving member of the influential rock group The Band, died at the age of 87 on January 21, 2025, in a local nursing home. Hudson was renowned for his pioneering musical contributions, which left a lasting mark on rock and roll history. Born Eric Garth Hudson on August 2, 1937, in London, Ontario, his musical journey began with piano lessons at the age of five, …

Rock Hill Court Stunned by Murder Suspect’s Odd Declaration: Urges Adherence to ‘God’s Law and Man’s Law’

ROCK HILL, SC – A local man, accused of the violent murder of his elder sister in their Rock Hill home, has made his first court appearance, confounding the courtroom with his cryptic appeal to both divine and legislative law. Anthony Lopez, 39, is charged in the slaying of 53-year-old Lisa Rosenzweig, whom police found deceased on November 9, 2024, after being alerted by concerned friends and family. The police were summoned to perform a …

Explosions Rock Russia-Occupied Donetsk, Killing Four on New Year’s Eve: War Correspondents Injured

DONETSK, Russia – Explosions rocked Russia-occupied Donetsk late in the evening with occupation authorities claiming that four people were killed in an attack, according to a news portal report on Dec. 31. The shelling in the city began after midnight Moscow time. Videos posted by residents on social media captured the sounds of explosions. The Donbas Palace Hotel in Donetsk took six hits overnight, where the Russian “elite” and Moscow guests were celebrating the New …

Fatal Shootings Rock San Antonio Neighborhoods with Two Separate Incidents Late Friday and Early Saturday

San Antonio, Texas – Two men were fatally shot in separate incidents that occurred late Friday and early Saturday. The first shooting took place in the 200 block of Victor Street outside an apartment complex, while the second shooting happened in the 700 block of Pennystone Avenue on the front porch of a home. Both incidents are currently under investigation. In the first shooting, a 38-year-old man was sitting in a parking lot inside his …

Southern Rock Mourns the Loss of Iconic Outlaws Guitarist Freddie Salem at 70

Akron, Ohio — Freddie Salem, the dynamic guitarist whose fiery playing helped shape the sound of the Southern rock band Outlaws, died from cancer-related complications on September 23, 2024, at the age of 70. His death marks the end of a vibrant career that left an indelible mark on rock music. The band announced the loss of Salem on their official Facebook page, expressing their sorrow and recalling his spirited personality and enduring passion for …

Fatal Roadside Shooting in Rock Hill Leads to Murder Charge After Self-Defense Claim

ROCK HILL, S.C. – Tragedy struck on a bustling Rock Hill road when a woman was fatally shot by a colleague in what authorities described as a self-defense incident. The confrontation escalated after the woman and her girlfriend reportedly attempted to block the man’s escape during an altercation. The incident occurred around 3 p.m. Wednesday on Riverwalk Parkway near Cel-River Road, leaving the community shocked and law enforcement piecing together the chain of events that …

Self-Defense Ruling in Rock Hill Shooting Incident After Workplace Altercation Escalates

ROCK HILL, S.C. — A fatal shooting that occurred in Rock Hill on a Wednesday afternoon has been ruled self-defense by local police, with no charges to be filed against the gunman. The incident stemmed from a workplace dispute that tragically escalated outside the premises, resulting in the death of a woman. Authorities were called to the scene near Riverwalk Parkway and Cel-River Road around 3 p.m., where they found the victim suffering from a …

Shooting at Texas Juneteenth Event Leaves Two Dead, Multiple Injured: Round Rock Police

ROUND ROCK, Texas – Two individuals lost their lives and multiple others sustained injuries following a shooting at a Juneteenth celebration in Texas. The incident occurred at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, located less than 20 miles north of Austin, just before 11 p.m. after a confrontation between two groups attending the event. Police Chief Allen Banks expressed dismay at the senseless violence, emphasizing the tragic impact on innocent victims. Law enforcement and emergency …