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Soul songwriter Don Bryant dies aged 83

Don Bryant, the revered Memphis soul singer and songwriter behind the classic 'I Can't Stand the Rain', has passed away at the age of 83. Read our tribute to his legendary career.

The Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The Cure announce the death of guitarist and keyboardist Perry Bamonte at 65. The band paid tribute to his vital role and huge creativity over decades. Read the full statement.

The Cure guitarist Perry Bamonte dies aged 65

The Cure announce the death of guitarist and keyboardist Perry Bamonte at 65. A vital creative force, he played on albums like 'Wish' and was recently inducted into the Rock Hall. Read the band's full tribute.

Former Liberal MP Katie Allen dies aged 59

Tributes pour in for former federal MP and paediatric specialist Dr Katie Allen, who has died at 59 after a private battle with rare bile duct cancer. Read the full story.

Submit your questions for Bill Callahan

Ahead of his new album 'My Days of 58', acclaimed US singer-songwriter Bill Callahan will answer Guardian readers' questions. Post yours by 5 January.

Singer Chris Rea Dies Aged 74

Blues-rock legend Chris Rea, famed for 'Driving Home for Christmas', has died at 74. We look back at his career, health struggles, and enduring legacy.

Chris Rea dies aged 74

The music world mourns the loss of legendary singer-songwriter Chris Rea, best known for the festive classic Driving Home for Christmas. He was 74.

Joe Ely, Outlaw Country Pioneer, Dies at 78

Joe Ely, the legendary Texas singer-songwriter and a key figure in the Outlaw Country movement, has died at 78. Explore the life and legacy of the musician who blended rock, country, and Tex-Mex.

Singer-songwriter Chris Rea dies at 74

British rock and blues legend Chris Rea, famed for hits like Driving Home for Christmas, has died aged 74. The Middlesbrough-born artist sold over 30 million albums worldwide. Read the full tribute to his life and career.

Fashion designer Antony Price dies aged 80

Visionary British fashion designer Antony Price, famed for Duran Duran and Roxy Music collaborations, has died at 80. Read tributes and his iconic career highlights.

Singer Carl Carlton dies aged 72

Grammy-nominated soul singer Carl Carlton, famed for hits 'Everlasting Love' and 'She's A Bad Mama Jama', has died at 72. His son confirmed the news on social media.

Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73

Celebrated British photographer Martin Parr, famed for his vivid and ironic depictions of everyday UK life, has died at his Bristol home aged 73. Discover his legacy.

Photographer Martin Parr dies aged 73

Martin Parr, the celebrated Magnum photographer famed for his acute observations of British society and class, has died. We look back at his iconic career in pictures.

Mum dies in Madrid fall with three-year-old twins

A 48-year-old mother has died after falling from a tenth-floor apartment in Madrid with her three-year-old twins. The children are critically injured. Read the latest on this heartbreaking incident.

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