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#rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame

NEW YORK -- Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, a soulful mezzo-soprano who provided backing vocals on such 1960s classics as "Suspicious Minds" and "When a Man Loves a Woman" and was a featured singer with the Grateful Dead for much of the 1970s, has died at 78. A spokesperson for Godchaux-MacKay confirmed that she died Sunday at Alive Hospice in Nashville after having cancer. Godchaux-McKay and other Grateful Dead members were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994.

No, that's not a colony of beautiful space aliens from Planet Claire descending upon the nearest amphitheater to entertain us. Bleep bloop: It's the B-52's. Despite initially teasing a retirement from touring back in 2022, the band has decided to reverse course and get their wigs back into fighting shape. Together with fellow pioneers of weird Devo - a misunderstood kinship they're more than happy to highlight - the two acts will fuse together for a double bill they're branding as the Cosmic De-Evolution Tour,

Much love and respect to Jeff, Ed, Mike, and Stone for inviting me into the band in 1998 and for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime, filled with friendships, artistry, challenges and laughter.

The White Stripes are set to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 'Get Behind Me Satan' with a special vinyl release featuring all original tracks.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 2025 inductees include Bad Company, Cyndi Lauper, and OutKast, reflecting a broader definition of rock and roll.

We are deeply saddened about the passing of Les and send our love to his family, friends and fans. The acclaimed drumming he provided was first class - demonstrating his unique techniques, flair, style and precision. Thank you Les - your acclaim will live on...