This was the first time the Royal Mail had dedicated an entire stamp issue to an individual music artist or cultural figure
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A founding member, and one of the 2 drummers who drove the Southern Rock band’s sound, was the first of several 2017 deaths in the ABB family
The founder and one constant member was 60. The post-punk band were one of the most prolific recording groups with 32 studio albums since 1979
“Black Tie” and “rock ‘n’ roll” aren’t often used in the same sentence. But on this day, the Rock Hall’s initial induction event matched those words
At a private concert in Paris, the legend surprised the audience during his 16-song set by playing the standout track from 1977’s Slowhand album
His legendary broadcasting career included 25 years as the prime time host of Larry King Live on CNN. He conducted over 50,000 interviews
The rhythm guitarist was the last surviving original member of the band, whose fans include John Fogerty, Jimmy Page and others
The Canadian-born musician had been seeking dual citizenship. Months earlier, his application had been delayed due to his use of marijuana
The legendary singer-songwriter and entertainer made a stunning announcement in the midst of his 50th anniversary celebration
A founding member of the beloved British glam-era band that had a huge hit with Bowie’s “All the Young Dudes” died on this day