The members of Rush are looking back on their time touring as an opener for Kiss in the Seventies. Following Ace Frehley‘s death on Thursday, Oct. 16, Rush shared a tribute to the Kiss guitarist, calling him an “undeniable character.” “Absolutely stunned and saddened by the news Ace Frehley has …
Read More »Gene Simmons Remembers Kiss' Ace Frehley as the 'Eternal Rock Soldier'
Kiss lead singer Gene Simmons shared a tribute to his bandmate, guitarist Ace Frehley, who died onOct. 16 in Morristown, New Jersey, at the age of 74. While Simmons and Frehley were known for their complex and often fraught relationship, Frehley’s unpredictable nature and distinctive laugh counterbalanced Simmons more somber, …
Read More »Gene Simmons, Rush, Tom Morello, More Honor Kiss' Ace Frehley: 'My First Guitar Hero'
Tributes celebrating the wild, remarkable talent and inimitable laugh of Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley were shared by his fellow musicians following the Spaceman’s death today at age 74. Frehley co-founded the band in 1973 alongside bassistGene Simmons, guitarist Paul Stanley, and drummer Peter Criss, playing with Kiss during their Seventies …
Read More »Al Pacino Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Diane Keaton: 'She Lived Without Limits'
Al Pacino is remembering his sweet memories with the late Diane Keaton. On Thursday, the actor shared a tribute for his Godfather co-star via Deadline, remembering the Keaton (whom he dated for several years) as a “once-in-a-lifetime gift” who was simply “magnetic.” “When I first heard the news, I was …
Read More »Lauryn Hill Pens Moving Letter to D'Angelo: 'A Beacon of Light to a Generation'
Before the release of Lauryn Hill’s masterful solo debut, The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill, the singer met with D’Angelo to record one of the album’s most captivating tracks, “Nothing Even Matters.” The duet would play a part in expanding and nurturing soul’s rebirth in the Nineties, while both artists as …
Read More »Justin Timberlake Credits D'Angelo for Helping Him Define His Voice: 'You Changed Me'
Justin Timberlake has paid tribute to D’Angelo, whose three solo albums —his debut, Brown Sugar, 2000’sVoodoo, and 2014’sBlack Messiah— reshaped the landscape of soul music and helped ignite a new era. Following D’Angelo’s passing on Oct. 14 at 51, Timberlake shared how the visionary’s work impacted his own musical journey …
Read More »The Rise, Retreat, and Resurrection of D'Angelo
D ’Angelo and Questlove were sitting on a couch in a swanky hotel watching, or rather,microscopinga video of James Brownperforming in1964.D and Questobserved every gesture, each dance step and light cue,and anytime the Godfather of Soul subtly signaledthe band to do something. Thisscene transpired25 years ago. I was in the …
Read More »Beyoncé Honors D'Angelo, Calling Him 'The Pioneer of Neo-Soul'
Following the death of D’Angelo, who died on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at the age of 51 after battling cancer, artists across the world paid tribute to the revered trailblazer. Beyoncé was among those honoring his legacy, writing a poignant message in remembrance of his work. We thank you for your …
Read More »Steve Martin, Jane Fonda, Bette Midler, More Stars Pay Tribute to Diane Keaton
Hollywood is paying tribute to Diane Keaton. News of the beloved Oscar winner’s death at the age of 79 was reported on Saturday, and many stars including her co-stars — who are friends and fans alike — are honoring her life and career on social media. “The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary …
Read More »Steve Martin, Jane Fonda, Bette Midler, More Stars Pay Tribute to Diane Keaton
Hollywood is paying tribute to Diane Keaton. News of the beloved Oscar winner’s death at the age of 79 was reported on Saturday, and many stars including her co-stars — who are friends and fans alike — are honoring her life and career on social media. “The brilliant, beautiful, extraordinary …
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