Shakir Stewart:Shakir Stewart Dead,Shakir Stewart Suicide

Shakir Stewart:Shakir Stewart Dead,Shakir Stewart Suicide – Shakir Stewart who replaced Jay Z as Def Jam executive vice president has committed suicide today in New York.Stewart became vice president of Def Jam,in June and was also senior VP of A&R at Island Def Jam. No details was given on the death.
Shakir Stewart:Shakir Stewart Dead,Shakir Stewart Suicide

Dave Matthews Band Death:Leroi Moore

Dave Matthews Band Death:Leroi Moore-Dave Matthews Band member Leroi Moore who was the saxophone player has passed away yesterday from complications from a June ATV accident on his farm.According to the AP:

Moore died at Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, where he was admitted with complications that arose weeks after the June 30 wreck, according to a statement on the band’s Web site. It did not specify what led to his death, and nursing supervisor Galina Shinder said the hospital could not release details.

Dave Matthews Band played last night at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Dave, who always credited Leroi arranging the band’s songs, dedicated the show to his late friend,saying:

“It’s always easier to leave than be left.”

Condolences to Leroi Moore’s friends and family for their loss.

Bernie Mac Jet Magazine Cover

The late Bernie Mac graces the cover of next week’s issue of Jet Magazine which features a tribute to the comedian and Isaac Hayes.Two legends have joined the angels above.

Bernie Mac Dead:Mac Dies At 50

Bernie Mac Dead:Bernie Mac Dies At 50-Bernie Mac has died of pneumonia at the age of 50 earlier today.His rep Danica Smith released the following statement:

“Actor/comedian Bernie Mac passed away this morning from complications due to pneumonia in a Chicago-area hospital. No other details are available at this time. We ask that his family’s privacy continues to be respected.”

Bernie Mac,was admitted to Northwestern Memorial hospital for pneumonia on August 1 and was expected to make a full recovery.He is survived by his wife,daughter and granddaughter.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

K-Swift (Khia Edgerton) Dead:DJ Khia Edgerton K-Swift Dies

K-Swift (Khia Edgerton) Dead:DJ Khia Edgerton K-Swift Dies - K-Swift/ Khia Edgerton who was a very well known DJ has passed away yesterday.DJ K Swift whose real name was Khia Edgerton was crowned the Queen of Baltimore Club Music,she died after she suffered a head injury sustained from a drowning accident at her home swimming pool during the previous night.The 28-year-old K Swift lost her life at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland.

Aaliyah Fader magazine’s Annual Icon Issue: A Tribute To The Influential Aaliyah

Aaliyah graces the June 2008 issue of Fader magazine’s Annual Icon Issue: A Tribute To The Influential Aaliyah.Various family members and friends talked about the late singer.Here is what they said:
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Sean Levert Died

Levert Family Statement Sean Levert Death

Sean Levert who was only 39 years of age died at Cleveland’s Lutheran Hospital on Sunday after collapsing at Cuyahoga County Jail where he was serving a 22-month sentence for failure to pay child support.The Levert family has issued the following statement on the death of singer :

“There are no words that can express what we are feeling today. There is no song that can capture the loss that we have in our hearts. But we are humbly overwhelmed by the generous outpouring of love, condolences and support from the many friends, fans and admirers of our son Sean. At this very difficult time, we thank you for your prayers and hope you will understand our need for privacy.”

Corinne Bailey Rae Husband Jason Rae Dead From Drug Overdose

Corinne Bailey Rae Husband Dead: Jason Rae Drug Overdose

Saxophonist Jason Rae,who was the husband of soul singer Corinne Bailey Rae, was found dead from a suspected drugs overdose,in London,this past weekend.According to reports:

The body of Jason Rae was discovered in a Leeds flat on Saturday.The 32-year-old musician was a saxophonist with the Haggis Horns.Officers investigating his death have arrested a 32-year-old man on suspicion of supplying controlled drugs.

Our prayers go to Corinne and her love ones.

Ike Turner Cocaine Overdose Death

Ike Turner’s died last month at the age of 76 it is now being revealed that the cause of death was a cocaine overdose.Earlier today Paul Parker, chief investigator at the medical examiner’s office in the San Diego County said :

“We are listing that he abused cocaine, and that’s what resulted in the cocaine toxicity,”

Ike Turner Died

Ike Turner has died in his sleep at his home near San Diego,California earlier today.The cause of the death remains a mystery.Ike divorced music legend Tina Turner in 1976.The record producer was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1991 and in 2001 was inducted into the St. Louis Walk of Fame.
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