On September 2, 2026, Cassandra Wilson died aged 70. She was singer, songwriter and producer, regarded as one of the most successful female jazz singers of all time. Wilson won numerous awards, including two Grammys, and was named in 2001, by “Time Magazine” the best America singer. She recorded and performed with Steve Coleman, Wynton Marsalis, Greg Osby, The Roots, Robin Eubanks, Don Byron, Terence Blanchard, Terri Lyne Carrington, Regina Carter, Olu Dara, Kurt Elling, Bill Frisell, Elvis Costello, Charlie Hade, Dave Holland, Javon Jackson, Angelique Kidjo, M-Base, David Murray, Meshell Ndegeocello, Courtney Pine, David Sanches, Steve Turre, Luther Vandros and Count Basie Orchestra. As leader she released 19 albums.
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Dolly Parton
On August 25, 2026, Dolly Rebecca Parton Dean died aged 80. She was singer, composer, actress, philanthropist, and businesswoman, sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists ever. Dolly Parton composed more than 3000 songs, and released 49 albums as a leader. During her career, Parton had gained induction into numerous “Halls of Fame”.
Jennifer Finch
On July 18, 2026, Jennifer Finch died aged 59. She was musician(bass), singer, designer and photographer. She was member of the bands OtherStarPeople and The Shocker, but was best known as bass player of L7.
Bonnie Tyler
On July 6. 2026, Gaynor Sullivan (née Hopkins) aka Bonnie Tyler died aged 75. She was singer, known for her distinctive husky voice. She was member of the band Imagination, had a successful solo career, and was best known for her 1977 hit “It’s a Heartache”. As leader she released 18 albums.
Beverley Martin
On April 27, 2026, Beverley Kutner aka Beverley Martin died aged 79. She was musician (guitar), singer and songwriter, member of the band Levee Breakers (The). She recorded and performed with John Martyn, Jimmy Page, Simon & Garfunkel, Levon Helm, Dave Pegg, Richard Thompson, Ralph McTell, John Renbourn, Andy White, John Paul Jones, Nicky Hopkins, Loudon Wainwright III, Wilko Johnson, Sandy Denny and Davy Graham. As leader or co-leader she released five albums (two with John Martyn).
Dave Mason
On April 19, 2026, David Thomas Mason died aged 79. He was musician (guitar), singer and songwriter, best known as the founding member of the band Traffic. He recorded and performed with Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson, Graham Nash, Steve Winwood, Donovan, Fleetwood Mac, Delaney & Bonnie, Cass Elliot, The Spencer Davis Group, Leon Russell, Paul McCartney and Wings, Julian Covey & The Machine, Stephen Stills, Phoebe Snow, Mike Finnigan, The Scaffold, Gordon Jackson, Family, Ron Wood, Noel Redding, David Crosby, Don Felder, Jim Capaldi, The Rolling Stones and George Harrison. As leader he released 16 studio and seven live albums.
Moya Brennan
On April 13, 2026, Moya Brennan (born Máire Philomena Ní Bhraonáin) died aged 73. She was singer, musician (harp, piano), songwriter, and philanthropist, founding member and leader of Moya Brennan Band, but was best known as member of band Clannad. She recorded music for several soundtracks, including “Titanic”, “To End All Wars” and “King Arthur”. As leader Brennan released 15 studio and 3 live albums.
Rob Hirst
On January 20, 2026, Robert George Hirst died aged 70. He was musician (drums, percussion, guitar, keyboards), singer, song-writer and producer. Hirst was member of the bands Farm, Ghostwriters, Backsliders, the Angry Tradesmen, and the Break, but was best known as founding member and drummer of Midnight Oil.
Terry Sullivan
On January 9, 2026, Terry Sullivan died aged 87. He was musician (drums, percussion) and singer, member of the bands Dry Ice, Good ‘ol Boys, but was best known as drummer of Renaissance.
Bob Weir
On January 10, 2026, Robert Hall Weir died aged 78. He was musician (guitar), singer and songwriter, member of the bands The Other Ones, Kingfish, The Bob Weir Band, Bobby and the Midnites, Scaring the Children, RatDog, Furthur, Dead & Company, but was best known as founding member and guitarist of Grateful Dead. As leader he released four albums.
