A Look Into The Tragic Death Of ODB
A look into the tragic death of ODB, and how the Wu-Tang Clan rapper died just days before his 36th birthday in 2004.
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Stories By Nicole Rosenthal
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This Is Why The Doobie Brothers Split Up In 1982
Eclectic rock group the Doobie Brothers undoubtedly helped draft the blueprint for what's now classic rock (or, depending on your perspective, yacht rock). -
The Truth About The Prodigy Singer Keith Flint's Marriage
Prodigy frontman Keith Flint married Japanese DJ Mayumi Kai (maybe you know her by her stage name, DJ Gedo Super Mega Bitch) in December 2006. -
The True Story Behind Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now'
One track that's now seen as an exemplary Queen recording was not so well-received upon its release in 1978, a single from their seventh studio album, Jazz. -
The True Story Behind Elton John's Tiny Dancer
"Tiny Dancer," a song from John's Madman Across the Water album, is now one of John's biggest successes, easily identified by even the most casual listener. -
This Is What Ron Thal From Guns N' Roses Is Up To Today
Ron Thal has been pretty busy in recent years, focusing on solo work, running music camps, and playing in a supergroup. -
The Tragic Death Of Reggie Lewis
Baltimore native Reggie Lewis was on his way to becoming an NBA legend when the young basketball star tragically collapsed on the court. -
Why The Bee Gees' Robin Gibbs Once Quit The Band
While oldest brother Barry Gibb was considered the frontman of the group, brother Robin Gibb was often regarded to be the more talented vocalist. -
Here's Why Bruce Springsteen Hated Born To Run At First
Bruce Springsteen was not originally a fan of his 1975 breakout album Born to Run, saying that upon first listen, as an artist you second-guess your choices. -
The Tragic Death Of The Bee Gees' Andy Gibb
Andy Gibb launched his solo career in 1977, but would never reach the successful heights of his brothers, the Bee Gees, due to his addiction to drugs. -
This Is What Queen's We Will Rock You And We Are The Champions Have In Common
Queen's "We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions" were both written to involve the audience and to explore the limits of participatory arena rock. -
The Sad Reason Whitesnake's Master Tapes Are Gone
Whitesnake lost all its master tapes due to a massive fire at a warehouse controlled by Universal Music Group in 2008. -
The Tragic Death Of Eazy-E
Eazy-E had a very successful solo career after N.W.A. but ultimately suffered a tragic death in 1995 after contracting AIDS. -
The Tragic Death Of Neil Peart's Daughter
Neil Peart headed home to Toronto. His (at the time, only) daughter, Selena Taylor, was 19 and heading for college, and Peart wanted to see her off. -
What '80s Video Vixen Lillian Muller Is Doing Today
If you're a fan of Van Halen, you're bound to remember Lillian Müller, the Playboy playmate/video star who brought the band's 1984 "Hot For Teacher" to life. -
A Look Into The Tragic Death Of Chris Kelly
Rapper Chris Kelly, one half of Kris Kross, the rap duo most famous for the song "Jump," died on May 1, 2013, of a drug overdose at age 34. -
The Tragic Death Of Sandy West From The Runaways
Sandy West, the Runaways drummer, who paved the way for a generation of female rockers, tragically passed away in 2005 from a battle with lung cancer. -
How Conor Oberst's Career Took An Unfortunate Turn
There's one possible reason he's not shelling out the big bucks for New York City rent anymore. In 2013, Oberst fell prey to a strange and harmful online post. -
The Tragic Death Of Felix Pappalardi
Pappalardi had a pretty open marriage with lyricist Collins, who also helped him write several lines of "Strange Brew." The open relationship lasted until 1982. -
The Plane Crash That Almost Killed Lawrence Of Arabia
The pilots overshot the runway and tried to land again, but hit a tree with one of the wings, 20 feet off the ground, causing the aircraft to crash. -
The Heartbreaking Death Of Country Legend Charley Pride
For lovers of classic country music, Charley Pride is a household name. Pride was the latest recipient of the Country Music Association's lifetime achievement award during a ceremony watched by millions. On Dec. 12, 2020, Charley Pride died due to complications from COVID-19. -
The Reason Elton John Doesn't Like Leona Lewis
There's a whole list of celebrities Elton John has publicly stated his distaste for, ranging from Madonna to David Bowie to George Michael. And yes, that list also includes British singer, songwriter and model Leona Lewis. -
The Tragic Death Of Prodigy
Johnson had his hardships, including an ailment that had affected him since infancy. Prodigy was diagnosed as an infant with sickle cell anemia, a painful, chronic disorder where red blood cells take on a crescent shape, which slows down and obstructs blood flow. -
The Tragic Death Of Andrew Martin
Professional wrestler Andrew "Test" Martin was one of many bright stars who was lost all too soon. The circumstances surrounding his death were all too familiar to wrestling fans, though an unknown health issue may have played a role as well. -
How The Notorious BIG Predicted His Death
It was clear from the jump that The Notorious B.I.G. was destined for great success. His debut album, 'Ready To Die,' positioned him at the top of the East Coast hip hop scene. But some of the lyrics from the rapper's first album proved eerily prophetic, foreshadowing his tragic death. -
The Tragic Death Of Rush's John Rutsey
John Rutsey, a formative member of Canadian prog-rock band Rush, certainly stands out among classic rock drummers. The Toronto-based musician not only set the precedent for Rush's signature sound, but also wrote many of the lyrics for the band's debut album. -
The Tragic Death Of Sonny Bono
Sonny & Cher rode a rollercoaster of successes and failures. Together they topped the charts, danced on the edge of bankruptcy and became a television sensation. But they eventually split, effectively ending Sonny Bono's time as a star. After a rebirth in politics, his life was cut short by tragedy.
