Paula Einbender, 66: Joni Mitchell's 'The Circle Game'
Paula began a family sing-a-long tradition — a tradition that allowed her to remain connected to her family in her final days.
obituaries
Remembering Bunny Wailer, Reggae Mystic And Wailers Co-Founder
Bunny Wailer, the legendary reggae artist who founded The Wailers alongside Bob Marley and Peter Tosh, died in Kingston, Jamaica, on March 2.
Eugene Hurkin, 95: Glenn Miller's 'In The Mood'
The early big-band classic stirs up memories of father-daughter dances.
Vernon Jordan, Power Broker And Former Presidential Advisor, Dies At 85
Vernon Jordan, for years an influential power broker in Washington and a close advisor to former President Bill Clinton, has died at 85.
Bunny Wailer, Iconic Reggae Singer And Wailers Co-Founder, Has Died At Age 73
The last founding member of The Wailers died Tuesday in Kingston, Jamaica. After leaving the group in 1974, Bunny Wailer cultivated a distinguished solo career.
Vernon Jordan, Civil Rights Activist And Power Broker, Dies At 85
An Atlanta native, Jordan started out as a prominent civil rights lawyer before building a career as a power broker in politics and business.
Ralph Peterson Jr., Drummer Who Re-Enlivened Hard Bop, Dead At 58
With Art Blakey as both mentor and north star, Peterson emerged in the '80s as one of that decade's most striking jazz artists.
Demetria Bannister, 28: Kirk Franklin's 'The Storm Is Over Now'
Demetria or "Demi" Bannister had a powerful voice — singing or not — that could touch the heart of anyone she encountered.
David Smith Sr., 70: Sam Cooke's 'Bring It Home To Me'
When David's son hears Sam Cooke sing, he thinks of his dad's enduring love, enthusiastic embrace ... and his fish fries.
Jim Haefele, 65: 'The Irish Blessing'
Former students recorded one of their teacher's favorite songs to be played for him just before his death.