The night Frankie Beverly died, his grandson, Brandon Beverly, left the hospital where he had been at his grandfather’s side ...

From a Jazz Fest show that was years in the making to a final farewell for a beloved soul singer, here are the big musical ...

We remember those we lost in December, including producer Richard Perry, followed by our tributes from the prior months of ...

even in the years after Beyonce’s cover of their signature “Before I Let Go,” Maze featuring Frankie Beverly was the closest thing that Black America had to the Grateful Dead. But whereas ...

We also remember entertainment notables with strong ties to Chicago, including Bob Newhart, Phil Donahue, Steve Albini, Ella ...

Some of Black culture's most beloved icons in music, film and entertainment have passed away in 2024. Here are just a few ...

Some celebrities who died in 2024 stopped in Wisconsin along the way — sometimes as performers, sometimes as tourists and ...

As 2024 unfolded, it became a year of unforgettable musical moments, particularly from Black artists who captivated audiences ...

The world said goodbye to a number of influential people in 2024. From famous TV personalities like Phil Donahue to more ...

A montage of some of the musicians who died in 2024. For a more complete list, visit NPR Music's article on musicians we lost this year.

Alexei Navalny, who crusaded against Russian President Vladimir Putin, former President Jimmy Carter, U.S. congresswoman ...