The music industry is in mourning as several beloved artists have passed away recently, leaving fans and fellow musicians heartbroken.
Among them is Robert Gordon, a pioneer of the Rockabilly revival and a notable figure in the 1970s punk rock scene in New York City.
Gordon’s record label confirmed the news of his death on October 18, at the age of 75.
While the exact cause of his passing remains undisclosed, it is known that his family had recently initiated a GoFundMe campaign to support him in his fight against acute myeloid leukemia.
In a tragic turn of events, the Haitian music community is still reeling from the sudden loss of singer Mikebin.
The 41-year-old artist, whose real name was Michael Benjamin, died during a concert in Paris on October 15.
Witnesses reported that he collapsed while trying to exit the stage, with many suspecting a heart attack.
Mikebin was performing at the Accor Arena, a venue that can hold up to 20,000 people, where he was sharing the spotlight with the Haitian group Prarami.
Adding to the sorrow, Franco Gatti, an influential Italian singer and founding member of the pop band Richie Poveri, also passed away on October 18, at the age of 80.
Gatti’s band gained fame in the 1960s in Genoa and captured hearts across Italy and beyond during the 70s and 80s.
The cause of Gatti’s death has not been made public, leaving fans and followers to reflect on his significant contributions to music.
The R&B world has lost another gem with the recent passing of Joyce Simms, known for her hit song “Come Into My Life.”
