Jewish musician Matisyahu cancels sold-out show over threat of protests and donates money to Israeli charity
Jewish megastar Matisyahu said on social media that he was forced to cancel his show due to the threat of protests and decided to donate to a charity supporting Israelis. “Dear fans, I am sad to write this. Tonight’s sold-out show at the House of Blues Chicago has been canceled due to the threat of […]
Jewish musician has 2 shows canceled after venues’ staff reportedly refuse to work his events: ‘Islamophobic and transphobic’
A Jewish artist and his band were unable to perform at two events this week after some staff at the host venues reportedly refused to work at the events. Matthew Paul Miller, well known to fans Matisyahuperformed at the Meow Wolf in Santa Fe, New Mexico, on Wednesday, and was scheduled to perform at the […]
Famous Musician Jose Luis Vasquez, Two Others Found Dead In Loft
Police say The Soft Moon musician Jose Luis Vasquez, famed techno DJ Juan “Silent Servant” Mendez, and Mendez's partner Simone Lin were arrested Thursday in downtown Los Angeles, California. was found dead in the loft. The three were found at Mendez and Lin's home in Pacific Electric Lofts on Main Street during a police welfare […]
L.A. Musician, DJ Among Three Dead in Suspected Fentanyl Overdose
A prominent musician and two other people were recently found dead of suspected fentanyl overdoses in Los Angeles, California, officials said. The three are Jose “Luis” Vasquez of a post-punk project called The Soft Moon; DJ John “Juan” Mendez, stage name Silent Servant. Mendez's partner, Simone Lin, was found dead in a downtown loft. Los […]
Musician strums guitar during procedure while surgeons remove brain tumor: ‘Breathe and stay calm’
Last month, a Florida musician played the guitar during surgery, allowing a team of medical professionals to remove a brain tumor without compromising his dexterity. The so-called “awake craniotomy” Christian Nolen He had a frightening experience at a music concert last year. In an instant, Mr. Nolen could no longer move his upper body from […]
Paris pays tribute to musician David Bowie by naming street after him
The city of Paris has named a street on the southeast side of the city Rue David Bowie in honor of the late musician David Bowie's birthday. The opening of the street commemorates Bowie's first performance in Paris in 1965 and his significant contribution to music, fashion and culture. The memorial celebrates Bowie's lasting influence […]
‘Jeopardy!’ fans furious after contestants fail to recognize popular musician: ‘Uncultured swines’
“Danger!'' Fans are quick to criticize contestants for mistakes or omissions, and this week's episode's gaffe was no exception. During the game, which aired Thursday, players were presented with a category called “New Jazz.” One of the clues there read: “Jazz trumpeter Keyon Harrold can be heard on the late rapper's 'Stay,' seen here.” A […]
Former ’80s rock musician arrested after girlfriend’s body found in California woods
A former rock musician has been arrested and charged with murder in his girlfriend's death after her body was found in a wooded area of a California park. On Tuesday, Theobald “Theo” Lengyel, 54, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in the death of 61-year-old Alice “Alix” Kamakaokalani Herman. Capitola police say Lengyel also […]