The New York Times – Music:
She missed a shot at Woodstock glory. But she recorded well-received albums under her own name and worked with Frank Zappa, Jerry Garcia and others.
Author: Alex Williams
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Mars Williams, 68, Saxophonist Who Straddled New Wave and Jazz, Dies
The New York Times – Music:
He made his name in the 1980s with the Waitresses and the Psychedelic Furs, but his roots were in the exploratory jazz of Eric Dolphy and Ornette Coleman.
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Tim Rogers, Hairstylist to the Stars and Moguls, Dies at 51
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
A native of Britain, he made his mark in his adopted city styling celebrities like Adele, Roger Federer and the Olsen twins.
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Geordie Walker, Guitarist for Killing Joke, Dies at 64
The New York Times – Music:
He helped define the look as well as the sound of the enduring British post-punk band, which influenced Nirvana, Metallica and others.
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Suzanne Shepherd, Actress Known for Playing Mothers, Dies at 89
The New York Times – Film:
After establishing herself as a teacher, she started a prolific screen acting career in her 50s that included roles in “Goodfellas” and “The Sopranos.”
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John Morris, Who Brought Rock Legends to the Stage, Dies at 84
The New York Times – Music:
As a coordinator of the Woodstock festival and the hallowed New York venue Fillmore East, he helped showcase the likes of Jimi Hendrix and Janis Joplin.
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Lara Parker, a Memorable Witch on ‘Dark Shadows,’ Dies at 84
The New York Times – Film:
Her three-dimensional portrayal of a character who was also a vampire helped the Gothic soap opera develop a cult following.
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Marina Cicogna, Italy’s First Major Female Film Producer, Dies at 89
The New York Times – Film:
A countess from an influential Italian family, she charted her own course and produced films by the likes of Pasolini and Zeffirelli.
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Domenico Spano, Clothier of Stars Who Found Fame of His Own, Dies at 79
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Born in Italy, he dressed billionaires and film stars while turning heads for his own outfits in his adopted city, New York.