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LEGACY: Quincy Jones Dies at 91, Leaving a Monumental Legacy in Music and Culture

Quincy Jones, the record producer, arranger, and cultural trailblazer whose influence spanned more than seven decades, has died at 91. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed his death in a statement, noting that Jones died peacefully at his home in Bel Air. The statement did not specify the cause. Known for producing Michael Jackson’s landmark albums,

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Stax Museum’s Electronic Press Kit

Electronic Press Kit This is the Stax Museum Electronic Press Kit. To utilize the exterior marquee, which is licensed and copyrighted, please contact Mary Helen Randall at 901-596-3945. Images Click HERE for all approved images: Mission The Stax Museum of American Souls Music seeks to present, preserve, promote and interpret the art, history, culture and

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NPR: Franky Beverly dies at 77

Frankie Beverly, a funk and R&B innovator, singer, songwriter, producer and founder of the band Maze, died Tuesday. He was 77. Beverly’s death was confirmed by his family in a post via the band’s Facebook and Instagram accounts: “Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience,” the announcement reads. “This period

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