In a Facebook post shared on Monday (November 11), the family of former Iron Maiden singer Paul Di’Anno disclosed his cause of death. Di’Anno – who was the vocalist on Maiden’s celebrated first two studio albums, 1980’s Iron Maiden and 1981’s Killers – passed away back on October 21 at the age of 66. Paul’s sisters Cheryl and Michelle shared the results of the autopsy in the post, revealing that Di’Anno “had a tear in the sac around the heart and blood filled inside it from the main aorta artery, and that caused the heart to stop.” They revealed that “Paul’s death was instantaneous and hopefully painless. May he rest in peace.” A tribute show to honor Di’Anno took place on Thursday (November 7th) at London’s Underworld Camden, featuring performances by Electric Gypsy, Gypsy’s Kiss, and Hi-On Maiden, and guest appearances by contemporaries Terry Wapram (ex-Iron Maiden) and Tino Troy (Praying Mantis). (Consequence of Sound)
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During an appearance on the November 12 episode of the Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast, former Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora shared insight into the creation of the group’s hit single, “Livin’ on a Prayer.” When the tune was initially released in 1986, it topped the charts in the U.S., U.K., Canada, New Zealand, and…
Richie Sambora Discloses Inspiration Behind Lyrics Of Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ On A Prayer”
During an appearance on the November 12 episode of the Howie Mandel Does Stuff podcast, former Bon Jovi guitarist Richie Sambora shared insight into the creation of the group’s hit single, “Livin’ on a Prayer.” When the tune was initially released in 1986, it topped the charts in the U.S., U.K., Canada, New Zealand, and…
Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary is set to premiere on November 29 on HBO. The film is directed by Garret Price, who examines the history and legacy of Yacht Rock, a smooth, easy-listening style of music in the late 70s and early 80s led by the likes of Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins,…
Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Kenny Loggins, And Toto Featured In New HBO Yacht Rock Documentary
Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary is set to premiere on November 29 on HBO. The film is directed by Garret Price, who examines the history and legacy of Yacht Rock, a smooth, easy-listening style of music in the late 70s and early 80s led by the likes of Michael McDonald, Christopher Cross, Steely Dan, Kenny Loggins,…
During a ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday (November 12), Simon Le Bon was formally appointed as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). The Duran Duran frontman received the honor from Prince William, in recognition for his career in service to music and charity. “It is fitting that the honour has…
Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon Awarded MBE By Prince William At Windsor Castle
During a ceremony at Windsor Castle on Tuesday (November 12), Simon Le Bon was formally appointed as a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). The Duran Duran frontman received the honor from Prince William, in recognition for his career in service to music and charity. “It is fitting that the honour has…
Ahead of the release of Linkin Park's highly-anticipated new album, From Zero, on Friday (November 15), the celebrated nu-metal band appears to be teasing a series of big headlining shows for 2025. A batch of social media posts shared on Tuesday (November 12) depict venues throughout North America, Europe, and the U.K., featuring mysterious “Counting…
Linkin Park Teases 2025 World Tour Dates, Featuring Potential Show At London’s Wembley Stadium
Ahead of the release of Linkin Park’s highly-anticipated new album, From Zero, on Friday (November 15), the celebrated nu-metal band appears to be teasing a series of big headlining shows for 2025. A batch of social media posts shared on Tuesday (November 12) depict venues throughout North America, Europe, and the U.K., featuring mysterious “Counting…