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David Cassidy-A Year Since His Passing

  November 21, 2017, American singer David Cassidy passed away. He was famous for his role in The Partridge Family sitcom as Keith Partridge. Cassidy was well-known in the 60s and 70s. My knowledge of David Cassidy's music comes from family and watching reruns of the show The Partridge Family. Despite the challenges in his personal, … Continue reading David Cassidy-A Year Since His Passing →

Jacques Brel: 40th Anniversary of His Passing

October 9, 2018, marks the 40th anniversary of Belgian singer Jacques Brel's passing. He left an incredible legacy to French music. Francophone artists including Sylvie Vartan, Lara Fabian, Nicola Ciccone, have remade his songs, such as the classic hit "Ne me quitte pas" (Don't Leave Me). Ne me quitte pas is my favourite song for … Continue reading Jacques Brel: 40th Anniversary of His Passing →

Frank Sinatra- 20th Anniversary of His Passing

May 14, 2018, marks the 20th anniversary of Frank Sinatra's passing. He was a well-known singer & actor, whose music and films are timeless. He had many hits including My Way, Fly Me to the Moon, "New York, New York", I've Got You Under My Skin, Somethin' Stupid (featuring his first wife Nancy Sinatra). Frank … Continue reading Frank Sinatra- 20th Anniversary of His Passing →

Claude François: 40th Anniversary of His Passing

March 11, 2018, marks the 40th Anniversary of Claude François ' passing.  I'm aware of the controversy surrounding this singer, especially having watched the movie Cloclo, the biopic. However, I would like to focus on his contribution to music. Many of us are familiar with the song My Way by Frank Sinatra. What may not … Continue reading Claude François: 40th Anniversary of His Passing →